How many fish you catch is determined by how you hold your mouth - Really!

Believe it or not, the way you hold your mouth will determine how many fish you'll catch!!! No lie (insert big grin here) The question is - Are you using your outh the right way to catch more fish?

My youngest son and I were fishing on Au Sable River and we were both using the same rod, reel, line and lure. Everything was exactly the same. The problem was - which happens for many of us who take our kids fishing - I had caught about a dozen bass and he hadn't caught any. Big problem - and we were only standing maybe 10 feet apart. I wasn't winning any father of the year award this fishing trip!



He finally said to me "Why are yu catching all the fish and I'm not?" I thought for a minute & said "Well, you're not holding your mouth right". I had to come up with something witty so my boy didn't feel like giving up on fishing. He gave me that "yeah ok" kind of look all our kids have given us at times and said "Well, how am I suppose to hold it?". I looked at him and said "like this". I made a crazy contorted face, stuck out bottom lip and basically just made my face all messed up. So, I looked over and seen him trying to mimic the face I made and I just kept fishing away.

I never thought any more about it. Except for the occasional looking over at my son to see if he was making any progress...... lol......

Well, a couple of months later, he went up to the his grandparent's cabin in the mountains of Colorado and was fishing for trout with his Opa. He was standing by the stream Opa came along to check on him. Opa kept watching and talking to him and really scrutinizing him. Eventually Opa asked him "is there something wrong with your face? Are you sick?".

Well, Opa almost fell into the water when he heard his grandson explain to him that if you make this face you're more like that to catch more fish. Needless to say, this has been an ongoing discussion in our house every year that my sons go fishing with their Opa!!!

His Opa tried not to laugh and Oma (my mother-in-law) who told my wife and it got back to me. Well, as you can imagine - now wehn we go fishing we're all trying to out do each other's catch and when we do it's because we "made the perfect fish face"....... Great memories!

A little diddly about Bass Fishing & the BAIT used........

When most people think of Bass Fishing Bait, usually basic information, not particularly interesting or beneficial is what most come up with . But believe it or not there’s a lot more to choosing the right Bass Fishing Bait than what meets the eye.

Most of this information comes straight from the Bass Fishing pros who know what type of the bait is best to lure your fish. I love following what these guys are using because every year they come out with new lures & bait that's always better then the year before. Make sure you read all of this because it'll just about guarantee that you’ll know what they know and have a greater edge to catching more fish.



How can you catch a big fish? How can you attract those fish when daytime? How can you have the best catch of your life? May be you need to "seduce" those fish to come into your fishing rod. But what you really need is the best fishing lure.

Fishing lures is very important to bass fishing because it will help you catch more fish or even win that very important fishing tournament.

There are tons of types of lures used specifically for bass fishing. There are fishing lures for luring small fish, for fish living in shallow waters, for fast swimming fish, for big and large fish as well as for a big-mouthed fish.

In Bass fishing you need to pull the fish’s attention towards you. Fishing lures help you to excite the fish awareness. Some of the lures contain a rotating and shaking action and it produces an overall thrill for the starving trout, pinfish or bass into a feeding emotion.

Some of the Bass fishing lures create a glittery charm for the fish and works in wonders in catching your favorite fish. The manufactures have come up with a multi-color design so that the fish can see the lures clearly and get attracted.

A fish-like imitation also makes a fish swims fast towards it. This is one of the oldest form of fishing lures.

Other Bass Fishing lures are also designed to be thick in the middle and have a curve at the both edges to create an angle when it is soaked on the water. The design and its actions of the fish lures will also let you manipulate the fish and you will catch them in the easiest way.

To look different from some of the other fishermen, some guys have a different color for their fishing lures, like the silver, gold plated, red/white, firetiger, lightning flash, rainbow color, shades of red gold and the yellow slash.



Bass fishing lures comes in tons of different sizes too; some of them are thin, some are big with tiny edges, depending upon the size of the fish you want to catch. If you want to catch a small fish and the fishing lures you are using are very big the fish might think that the lure is really a predator and he won't take the bait. Fishing lures should also depend upon the size of the fishing hook.

Bass Fishing lures also vary in the weight, some fishing lures are ultra light and they are angled so that it will spin. The angel the fishing lure will be consistent on its action, it can also have the territorial defense against the instinct of the predator fish.

Added features to the lures like a life-like fish shape can also be a very effective way to catch the attention of the fish. These fishes have three-dimensional images that will make the lure look irresistible, hopefully!!.

Several types of life-like fish lures have sparkling eyes so that it would be easy for the fish to identify the lure and the fish will get tempted.

If you want to have deep fishing lures, those with tight design will exile, break and do better than any other crankbaits. Because of the features a wobbling effect in swallow water. There are professional anglers who add some blood on their crank baits so that hungry fish will immediately swim towards the lure. Afterwards if the fish already take up the scent of blood, the fish will bite the hook.



Basically you got to choose the best way to attract the fish for you. It;s not about fooling the fish, it is about thinking of the best idea in order for you to attract them.

Go fishing! There's nothing better..........

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Ahhhhh........ Fly Fishing!

OK let's face it, fly-fishermen are a differnt breed of fishermen on just about every level. Any and all fly-fisherman will be excited to talk about the amazing peace that comes from a fly fishing experience. All of a sudden, as they're telling you their story, you're embraced in the arms of nature where beautiful scenery surrounds you & all that’s left of your modern world are remnants of your fleeting stress. No more cell phones, pagers, and computers. You're now surrounded by birds, sunshine, and the sounds of water. It's no wonder so many fishermen plan a fly fishing trip as often as they can. The draw of fly-fishing is definitely the cool, calm, relaxing feeling one experiences!

Fly fishing differs from traditional fishing in a number of ways. Not only are the supplies and tools used for fly fishing totally different from traditional fishing, but the way the fisherman fishes is different as well. This is the main reason that so many fishermen are drawn to fly fishing. Fly-fishing is called fly-fishing because of the bait that it uses – artificial flies that are made from synthetic materials and constructed to replicate insects of all varieties – fly fishing often requires that the fly fisherman – or "angler" – actually be in the water. Unless it's really warm and the fisherman is wearing shorts, usually a pair of waist high waders are worn. This way you can remain dry and can fish for a longer period of time. This is a much more participatory experience and a fly fishing trip is built around this connection with nature.

First and foremost, it's necessary to choose the type of fly fishing that appeals most to you, as well as the type of fish that you are most interested in attracting. Once you have a destination in mind, you should refer to the multitude of fly fishing guides that will tell you what particular time of year would be most suited for fly fishing. The types of fish available in these locations will alert you to the type of flies that you should stock for your fly fishing trip.

Many fishermen incorporate a fly fishing trip into a vacation on a grander scale. For instance, fly fishing in Alaska can complement a sightseeing adventure before or after; heading to Canada for a fly fishing trip can be tagged on to a leisurely drive up the east coast. Fly fishing lends itself to a great many adventures and because it requires a natural setting, a fly fishing trip almost always promises to be beautiful and relaxing.

Look first to fly fishing guides that will alert you to any resorts that offer fly fishing trip packages. This can be a wonderful way to save money and organize your vacation in a way that takes the most advantage of the time that you have. Of course, the Internet offers a spectacular amount of information on planning a fly fishing trip. With a little bit of research and an adventurous spirit you will be well on your way to a journey of a lifetime.

Not all fly-fishing has to be done by standing in the water. Some people like to fly fish from their canoe. But there are advantages and disadvantages to this unusual combinations of activities.

People usually fly fish from land, standing still in water or from a larger boat. Fly fishing from a canoe may seem crazy at first, but there are many advantages to be had.

There are also disadvantages, but after you overcome them, you're sure to have a wonderful fishing adventure.

Disadvantages

You will have to overcome some disadvantages before you even try to fly fish from a canoe. You might find it hard in the beginning to maintain control of your line since you are closer to the water than usual. If you catch a fish, you might find it difficult to reel in without tipping the canoe. Especially if it is a giant fish!

Another disadvantage might be the tendency of the canoe to disturb the water. If you can stay motionless and are accustomed to the boat then disturbing the water will not be a problem. When you get over these few disadvantages, you will experience the best fishing ever!

Advantages

The advantages of fly fishing in a canoe are significant if you can overcome the disadvantages listed above. Being in a canoe lets the fisher go over more water quickly. This is essential for good fly fishing. You can also get into untapped fishing holes that otherwise they would not have been able to reach. Such locations usually do not allow motor boats, so a canoe is excellent! Another advantage is the silence. They don't have loud motors or propellers, only smooth, quiet rowing. This is an essential factor for fly fishers!

If you have a canoe, you are ready to try fly fishing. It's helpful for you to own the shortest canoe you can get. A shorter boat will make fly fishing a lot easier. Try it sometime. It's relaxing and fun.

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Some of the Best FLY FISHING SPOTS in the USA

After talking to some friends about where we've all fished we started talking about fly fishing. Being a noob fly fisherman I wanted to know which ones they thought were worht going back to again Here are some the the "Best" Fly Fishing Spots in the United States according to these guys. Of course, you may have some of your own that yo think are the best too. There were so many I might have to make a blog on "The Best Fishing Spots" period!!!

All across the United States there are many beautiful, exciting places that are excellent or fly fishing. Here I'm just highlighting a few of the ones my buddys all liked.

Sitka, Alaska is a major stopover for salmon heading to British Columbia, Washington, and other Alaskan waters. Fly fishermen at Sitka have a higher fishing catch rate than any other marine area in Southeast Alaska. June is the best month for fishing this area. Depending on how much rain they've had at the time you might have to bring along "something" for the black flies though.

The Colorado River at Lees Ferry, Arizona, is one of the best fly fishing spots for rainbow trout. The fish stick around all year in a 15-mile stretch of cold water that flows from the depths of Lake Powell between Glen Canyon Dam & the upper end of the Grand Canyon. Fly fishermen can also book a guide and go flats fishing for 25 lb. carp. This is probably the place I'll be heading to this summer since we're planning on traveling this way for our summer vacation!!!!!

Saltwater fly fishing is GREAT at Montauk Point, New York. Montauk Point is the easternmost point of Long Island and is best known for striper fishing. Fly fishermen have miles of beautiful shoreline to cast a fly. The river can sometimes flow rather quick so you might even want to bring along a tube to take a spin! Or, just drop a line and troll as you float down the river.

Gunpowder Falls, Maryland, is an excellent place to catch cold water trout. A deal was struck by the Maryland state authorities and Trout Unlimited to start cold water releases from Pretty Boy Dam. The result is a combination of wild and stocked brown, brook, and rainbow trout. Most of the fly fishing is in Gunpowder Falls State Park. Even though this is "The Place" for fly fishing in Maryland it's not over=crowded so make sure if you have a little extra time and you're in the area to stop and drop a line.

Fishing Creek, Pennsylvania, is one of the states top wild trout streams. It generally stays cool throughout the summer. There's about a five-mile stretch called the Narrows, near Lamar, that is a very popular area for fly fishing. You'll not be crowded out but you may see some fellow fly fishermen. My one buddy caught his biggest trout here and is planning on heading back this summer.

Driftless Area, Wisconsin, has many excellent fly fishing streams loaded with brown trout. I've been told that there's excellent access to all of southwestern Wisconsin's eight counties. There are 68 streams in Vernon County alone, including Kickapoo River and Timber Coulee Creek. Most fly fishermen in this area use mayfly and caddis imitations.

Laguna Madre, Texas, is full of rivers and lakes that are excellent fly fishing locations. Texas also has its southern coast, which is among the world's greatest saltwater fly fishing areas. The saltwater flats of Laguna Madre, next to Padre Island, are full of all different kinds of fish that make for a great fly fishing experience. Now who doesn't want to head down to the Padre Island area????? This sounded awesome to me and I hope to get here soon. May also be able to add some saltwater fishing here too!

Henry's Fork, Idaho, is a great destination for rainbow trout. If you're fishing the Island Park area, it's better to fish in runoff conditions.

Lake C. W. McConaughy, Nebraska, is the largest lake in the state and also has some of the best fly fishing. Another excellent fly fishing spot in Nebraska is the Fremont Lakes State Recreation Area. It's a series of twenty sandpit lakes that have been carved into the Platte River basin. Red Willow reservoir is also a favorite of another buddy of mine and many other fly fishermen in this area of the country.


Kauai, Hawaii, is a great spot for fly fishing largemouth, smallmouth, and peacock bass. This Garden Isle also has excellent saltwater fly fishing. Oh yeah - how sweet is that! I never would have thought of fly fishing in Hawaii except for my friend who has gone here every year for the last 5 years. He doesn't always catch the biggest or the most fish but he said it's like fishing in Heaven. I wouldn't argue with that..............

Whether you like fresh or salt water fly fishing, there are thousands of places to fish across the country that offer the fly fisherman endless opportunities and experiences. You'll find out when you're out there if you talk to some of the other fishermen where they think the best places are. The opportunities are endless, honestly!

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I fish - therefore I am

Basically there are only two types of fishing. The first is saltwater and the 2nd is freshwater fishing. Most people start with freshwater because it's the easiest to find and the easiest to do in most parts of the world. Freshwater fishing can be done in a large lake eg. - Lake Erie, Lake Michigan, Lake Ontario etc. or in a small pond or even a vacated gravel quarry.

The challenge with saltwater fishing is greater because you're fishing in deeper water with bigger fish, but it is not something everyone can do. Most saltwater fishing is done by the majority of fishermen just a few times in their life, unless of course, they live near the shore. Of course, it gets a little costly to go all of the time.

Freshwater fishing yields smaller fish in many cases, but you also can go whenever you want. There are a few remote areas where people live that might not have a lot of options. But for the most part people have many fishing spots near them where they can fish whenever they want. There are ponds, rivers, and lakes everywhere, to take advantage of and the cost is relatively minute compared to saltwater fishing.

With freshwater fishing you can always fish from the shore, or you can take a small boat with you when you go. Heck you can even throw a rod from a canoe, zodiac or even an inner-tube if you want! Each is fun, and most are not expensive. You may have to pay out a bit for a boat, but otherwise, fishing is not bad when it comes to price.

If you don’t know where to find freshwater fishing near you, you can always look online for both locations and equipment. You probably have some great fishing areas near you of which you were not aware. Some may be so close you may wonder how you missed them. You might also find that some areas that were really great for fishing once upon a time are no longer good. Check out reviews and stories from other fishermen in your area. Although some guys have more time than others, most of us can squeeze in a little fishing now and again to help take the edge off of the stresses of everyday life!

To some guys fishing now and again is fun but for others it's almost like a religion. Seems many men feel this way, and they love fishing for the chance to have a break from everything. When starting, almost all start out with freshwater fishing, and some won’t do anything else. But if you have a chance to you should definitely give saltwater fishing a chance too.

And then there are those who love to fly-fish. Now that's an amazing sport in itself. The discipline and patience needed for this type of fishing isn't for everyone. But it's definitely a great experience if you get the chance.

Of course if you're in an area where you have the option to do some ice-fishing that's a whole different way to fish. If you saw the movie "Grumpy Old Men" (I believe it was the first one??) then you probably remember the scene where there was a row of "shantys" all lined up with guys inside watching their poles go thru several feet of ice. Brrrrr.......

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