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Learning the Lakes - Bass Fishing in New Water
For thousands of bass fishing enthusiasts
the thrill of discovering a great location for catching
fish can almost equal the thrill of catching one. If
you are new to bass fishing or if you are planning to
fish in a new location, you will find more success with
this simple plan to find the best fishing wherever you
go!
STEP ONE:
Research the lake. Whether you're participating
in a tournament or just spending the day fishing in
a new area nothing can help you find the right spots
to fish like doing a little research.
Maps of the area can give you a good
start. You may also find information about your location
in magazines or websites dedicated to bass fishing.
The more you know about the area the better you can
plan your day and (hopefully) make the best catches.
STEP TWO:
Get experienced input. Finding an experienced
guide to accompany you on your first fishing day on
a new body of water can provide you the optimum support
for finding the best fishing spots as well as guidance
for the best techniques to use in that water.
Seasons and fishing cycles will also
affect the fishing and an experienced guide will be
familiar with the changes that occur in fishing patterns
in that water.
Don't think that you shouldn't use a
guide simply because you're an accomplished bass fisher
in your own right. Guides who are familiar with the
local area can improve your chances for success immensely.
However, if you cannot find a guide you can still find
good information from local fishing equipment supply
stores - although they may be giving the same information
to other out-of-town fishers who may crowd the same
spots.
If you are preparing for a tournament
you will want to have unbiased information lest the
guide be in competition with you. Doing your own research
and testing the lake before competition is still very
important.
STEP THREE:
Know where to look. Learning about your
'quarry' will help you locate the best fishing spots
regardless of whether you are familiar with the water
or not.
Since bass like to stay close to objects
rather than stay in open water you should try angling
near rocks, trees or other cover.
Depending on the weather and factors
such as feeding times or breeding, your fish may be
more or less likely to gravitate to particular areas
of the lake. Learning about their habits will help you
select the best areas and techniques.
STEP FOUR:
While research, a guide and an understanding
of the habits of bass will all help you locate your
fish, you should still remain adaptable. Changing lures,
weights and areas frequently if the fish are not biting
will provide you with hands on research that will build
with your experience.
Fish will not all be in the same place
doing the same thing so be patient and enjoy the search
while planning for the best catch yet!
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