Night Fishing- More Fish Bigger Fish

There are several advantages to night fishing, it can be very peaceful and quite because most people go to the lake during daytime when it is overcrowded. Fishing at night gives you a chance to fish in peace and leave the stress of the world behind. During the daytime when it is hot, large fish tend to avoid shallow water. At night, they move into the shallows to feed. Normally the fish tend to be bigger and more plentiful, and with less people to fight over them, your cooler can fill up quickly. The boat ramp is not as crowded, so unloading and loading your boat is a breeze. Most people that go for this type of fishing, fish from a boat, but you can fish from shore, or in rivers and streams. In some areas, you can use artificial light to lure the big fish. However, the use of artificial light for night fishing is prohibited in some areas, so be sure to check the regulations for the area where you are planning to night fish.

Night fishing is more of a thrill for the angler. Imagine hooking and landing a large fish in almost total darkness. Anglers love the thrill of a night catch and the challenge that it presents. The best time of the year to night fish is from mid-April to October. The summer months are the prime time for this type of fishing.

If you've never been fishing at night, there are a few preparations you will need to take care of before you go out. Be sure the running lights on your boat are working well. Running lights are mandated by law in most areas. Check the fuses and bulbs and take extra fuses and bulbs also.Be sure that there is no acid corrosion on your battery terminals. Check your boat's engine and be sure it's running smoothly. It must be in top running condition before going out on the water. It's not good to break down on the lake during daytime, but it's even worse if you are stranded in the middle of a lake at night. Pack two flashlights that have new batteries inserted and take along extra batteries as well. This will ensure you are not left in the dark if your flashlight or batteries fail.

Be sure there is a pair of needle nose pliers in your tackle box. Because at night you can't always see your line and the fish may swallow the hook or it may become deeply embedded in its mouth. Needle nose pliers make removing the hook a much easier task. Pack a couple of cans of insect repellent with your gear. This will give you protection against mosquitoes and other hungry insects. If you take extra repellent, you will have lots to share with other anglers who forgot theirs and are slowly being eaten alive.

Make a mental note of where to find everything in your boat. At night, it's next to impossible to find pliers or tackle if you don't have some idea of the area where it's located. Pre-tie flies, leaders and terminal rigs. If you tie too many, you can always use them on your next night fishing trip. If you don't tie enough, you'll be hard pressed to tie them in the dark. It's best if you head out onto the lake before dark. It's difficult to anchor properly on a reef or ledge if it is pitch black.

When you are night fishing, pull your boat within casting distance of the shallows. Big bass and trout lurk in weedy areas and wait for prey to pass by. Lights of nearby docks or street lights attract microscopic marine animals into these areas. Larger fish will follow these animals into shore to feed upon them. Cast near retaining walls, docks and brushy areas to catch fish that are feeding. They tend to hide in shadowed areas while waiting for prey. Another good spot to fish is the entrance to a bay or harbor. Fish move into these areas from deeper water in the night hours in order to feed.

There are several fish species that can be fished at night. In the spring, smelt fishing is a popular sport. Other species include bass, trout, catfish, walleye, king mackerel, snapper, shark and bullhead. Because the fish that feed at night are sensitive to both sound and smell, there are a wide range of baits that can be used. Nightcrawlers, crustaceans and chum lines all work well, as do minnows, shiners, cut bait, prepared bait, egg sacs and bug hatches. Artificial bait includes spinners, streamers, and wet and dry flies.

As you can see, there are many advantages to night fishing. If you are up for the challenge, you will reap the rewards. Make your preparations, pack your gear, ice up the cooler and you will enjoy some good fishing.

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