Expert Fishing Advice for Saltwater Anglers
When is the best time to go saltwater fishing?Perhaps you’ve wondered how some fishermen can be so “lucky”? Luck in fishing is a synonym for planning and preparation. Experienced fishing captains and anglers don’t just blindly jump on their boats and drop lines. Instead, they plan and prepare in advance of every fishing trip, taking …
One of the most frequent questions we receive here at Gottemondood is – What gear do I need to start saltwater fishing? Here’s the ten items that you’ll need to get started with saltwater fishing.1Saltwater Fishing Rod(s)2Saltwater Fishing Reel(s)3Saltwater Fishing Tackle (Hooks, Lures & Terminal Gear)4Quality Line5Tackle Box or Bag6Landing Net7Fillet Knife(s)8Emergency and First Aid …
Don’t keep fish you might release out of the water for long after a catch. Remember the fish has been fighting hard, harder than you have been. Keeping it out of the water is the equivalent of holding a bag over a runner’s head after they have completed a marathon. Bottom line, If they’re going …
Any experienced angler can tell you; that saltwater fishing uses lots of different fishing knots. The knots that connect your mainline to your hook or lure are crucial for successfully reeling in your saltwater catch, so you need to use the proper knots for the specific job. So, How Do I Choose the Right Knot?Several tried-and-true saltwater …
As you can imagine, we get A LOT of great questions about ocean fishing here at Gottemondood. One subject that garners a lot of interest and questions is – Ocean Fishing at Night. Here’s a summary of the best and most frequent questions. We’ll provide even more detailed answers to some of these questions in separate posts, …
Do You Need a Fishing License to Fish?Yes, under the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act (1997), it is illegal to fish without a license. You almost always need a fishing license to go fishing. There are some exceptions. It’s a violation of fish and wildlife conservation laws if you fish in saltwater or freshwater without a …
How do I know what hook to use when saltwater fishing? Picking the right hook is driven by the size and shape of the bait that you will be using, and correspondingly, the size and shape of the target fish you wish to catch. If you are fishing for one specific species and size of …
Summertime fishing can be incredible. Kingfish, Wahoo, Mahi, Tuna, Grouper, Mutton, Yellowtail Snapper and many more species are thriving and begging to be caught. Unfortunately, even by mid-morning, temperatures can rise into the 90’s – which is hot enough to make anyone wilt. While fishing during the summer heat can be challenging, if you plan and …
Having the right lure for various situations you encounter on the water can make a difference in how productive/successful your day turns out. Rather than spending countless hours testing a variety of saltwater fishing baits and lures, we’ve created a list for you. SOFT BAITS Soft baits (also referred to as Soft Plastics) fall within …
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