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Tag: Fishing 101

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Fishing 101: What is a Billfish?

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4/11/2022 - By Captain Experience. If you're looking for a one stop shop to answer all things billfish, you've come to the right spot. Fishing for these beasts of the deep is among the most exciting things you can do on water. While they may look similar to the untrained eye, there… SEE MORE
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  • Fishing 101
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  • Sailfish
  • Swordfish
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The Different Types of Fishing Lines and When to Use Them

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  • Fishing
4/4/2022 - By Tyler Brady of AFellowFisherman.com Choosing which fishing line can be a little confusing, right? With so many different manufacturers of lines out there, all offering multiple products, it can be hard to know which one to use for your next fishing trip. Do you go with monofilament (mono), braided,… SEE MORE
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Fishing 101: Planning a Charter Trip

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  • Fishing
  • Health & Safety
3/17/2022 - As the country starts to thaw after a long, cold winter, people look forward to getting outside again. Spending time on the water is one of the best ways to soak up the warm sun and nothing says summer like a day of fishing!  But how do you find and… SEE MORE
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  • Fishing 101
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Fishing 101: Best Weather for Fishing the Great Lakes

  • Fishing
10/6/2021 - By Kenneth Reaves of PerfectCaptain.com The Great Lakes span 94,250 square miles, and together they contain 21% of the world’s freshwater supply!  If you’re in the area of one of the Great Lakes, it’s well worth a day out on the water. The fishing is excellent on all 5 of… SEE MORE
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  • Lake Erie
  • Lake Huron
  • Lake Superior
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Fishing 101: Best Time to Go Fishing

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  • Fishing
8/18/2021 - The best time to go fishing can vary quite a bit, especially depending on if you’re saltwater fishing or freshwater fishing. Before we dig into the details, however, we can make one blanket statement: fish just about everywhere are almost always active at sunrise and sunset. These periods of changing… SEE MORE
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  • Freshwater Fishing
  • Recreational Fishing
  • Saltwater Fishing
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Fishing 101: Navigating The World Of Fishing Hooks

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  • Fishing
8/6/2021 - By Adam Young of panfishnation.com Navigating The World Of Fishing Hooks - Which Ones To Use & When? Take a look in your local bait and tackle shop and you're likely to see an entire section dedicated to different types of fishing hooks. Hundreds of varieties exist today for every specialized… SEE MORE
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  • Fishing Hooks
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Different Types of Fishing Reels – Pros & Cons Explained

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  • Fishing
6/25/2021 - By Adam Young of panfishnation.com What Are The Different Types of Fishing Reels? And Which is Best for Me? When it comes to fishing tackle, variety and choices are abundant. But if you're just getting started, or interested in knowing the detailed differences you may be wondering what are the… SEE MORE
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  • Fishing 101
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Fishing 101: Tips for Finding a Good Fishing Spot in Open Water

  • Coastal News
6/16/2021 - By Kenneth Reaves. When learning the ropes - and rods - of saltwater fishing, thorough preparation involves more than just a rich arsenal of gear and the appropriate attire. Open-water fishing is challenging and requires technique and prior research.   If you’re embarking on an open-water adventure for the first time,… SEE MORE
  • Fishing 101
  • Florida
  • Saltwater Fishing
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The Right Tools for Deep-water Fish Releases

  • Coastal News
6/14/2021 - Will you be fishing for snapper or grouper on your next fishing trip? Continue your role as a conservationist by paying close attention to signs of barotrauma and being prepared to respond. Barotrauma is a condition seen in many fish caught at depths greater than 50 feet and is caused… SEE MORE
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Oregon Fishing License and Tag Info

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6/9/2021 - Licenses, Tags, Permits, Endorsements and Validations The choice is up to you! Anglers have the option of purchasing an electronic license, tags, endorsements, and validations by using their smartphone with the myodfw app to display or can choose the traditional paper option and will be able to print at home,… SEE MORE
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