Braysea Anglers

Sockeye salmon, Steelhead salmon, River trout, Chum salmon, Coho salmon and of course the Chinook salmon; when salmons of this variety can be caught in the Alaskan waters its hard to keep the throngs of hopeful anglers away. Pretty justified too, there have been far too many monster catches of Chinooks or deservingly named King Salmons over the Alaskan waters, further enticing starter and pro anglers to ply its waters and search for their luck. The King Salmon is no doubt the most coveted price in Alaska salmon fishing, though over the years its estuaries are also known to shelter several gargantuan halibuts. But more or less, Alaska is more dominant with its endless salmon runs, and softer nerved...

When it comes to fishing you have many options, but river fishing is one of the most enjoyable formats of this popular hobby and sport. There is nothing like wading in a beautiful river trying to catch a trout or another river fish. As enjoyable as going for fish in a river is, it does have its challenges. Good fishing locations can be remote, cold and hard to get to. Fishing can be time-consuming and standing in that cold water can get chilly. That's why along with their gear and tackle box, a lot of fisherman like to bring along their winter woolies and a high-quality pair of fishing waders. Getting good waders is an important part of keeping the experience enjoyable. What Type Of Fishing Waders...

Anglers everywhere look forward to the challenge that fishing for catfish provide because they are one of the most popular species of fish around. When fishing for trophy catfish you need to be prepared and have the equipment to reel them in. These fish have been known to snap rods, break lines and completely destroy the drag on reels. Regardless of whether you are catfishing for that trophy fish or going out for fun, using rigs is the best method to reel them in. There are three main types of catfish fishing rigs that are used by anglers everywhere. These are called the Texas Rig, Carolina Rig and the Floating Rig. The more you know about these rigs and the way to use them the better your odds will...

If your a surf angler you can salt cure your own shrimp bait easily. Salt cured shrimp bait will get just as many strikes as live shrimp and it stays on the hook much longer. How much better would it be if you didn't have to deal with live bait? The advantages are numerous. - You don't need a bait bucket - You don't need an aerator - You can carry a bag of bait in your pocket - Salt preserved shrimp will catch just as many fish as live shrimp - What you don't use doesn't spoil - It stays on the hook much better than live bait - It's simple and easy to preserve shrimp yourself - Cured shrimp has an indefinite shelf life Salt curing has been around for ages but since the advent of refrigeration you...

When Mother Nature causes Bass to get tight lipped I am very confident they will open wide for the 3" Tiki-Monkey from Wave Worms! When I have to fish small and slow the Tiki-Monkey has proven its worthiness in my Bass fishing. It is good bait that will impress even the heartiest of Bass anglers with its hook-up abilities. I recall a particular Bass outing this past season where a friend and I were fishing a local reservoir to hone up on some upcoming tournament skills and the only thing we were catching was the 'empty well' syndrome! We decided it was time to go small! We reworked the same run of weeds and lumber with the Tiki-Monkey. The Bass suddenly appeared! It's no wonder with its small 'tasty...

So What's 101 Bass Tips About 101 Bass Tips by fusion bass player Gary Willis is subtitled: Stuff All The Pros Know And Use. And that pretty much sums the book up. It is a collection of tips for the bass player that Gary has collected in his playing career and is passing on. The tips are not really presented in an organized fashion, but that makes the book great for browsing at random when you have 5 minutes spare. The tips range from musical tips such as using substitute scales when soloing, exercises for dynamics, diminished chord improvisation and ear improvisation to technique tips which include right hand dampening and exercises to develop right hand technique, left hand positioning and how to...

It's no secret that 2006 was a great year for trout fishing. And we have some new records to prove it! Thirteen states posted new trout records in 2006, one of which is still pending for a new Junior Angler World Record. And British Columbia has two pending records for Rainbow trout caught with fly rods. The first state to record a new trout record is Alabama. A Rainbow trout weighing 9lbs-1oz was caught by Otha G. Hamm in Mudd Creek in Tannehill State Park on April 22, 2006. This broke the old record of 7lbs-4oz, set in 2004. Arizona also recorded two new Rainbow trout records as well a new Apache trout record. Arizona is one of those states that separates its trout records into different...

Most people when they decide to get into learning how to make fishing lures at home have done so because of the wonder that is a crankbait. I know I marveled over the contents of my tackle box many times wondering at how those wooden fishing lures were made. I remember trying my hand at it when I was a boy with no help from anyone just plain trial and error in trying to figure out the lost art of tackle making. Most people when they decide to get into learning how to make fishing lures at home have done so because of the wonder that is a crankbait. I know I marveled over the contents of my tackle box many times wondering at how those wooden fishing lures were made. I remember trying my hand at it...

Rapala lures have been around since the 1930s with the very first lure being made of cork. These lures have become much more sophisticated over the years and some come equipped with sound, some with vibration, and others with a wiggle and wobble action that is sure to tempt even the most discriminating fish. These are one of the most realistic looking lures you can buy. An ingenious fisherman created the first lures in the 1930s. After observing the habits of fish in the waters of Finland, he realized that big fish eat wounded little fish. He created a lure that wiggled and wobbled in the water and he started catching more and more fish. And to this very day all Rapala lures that are made are hand...

Often we are faced with fish that for a variety of reasons are extra spooky or that just won't hit a lure. Some of the causes include bright sunlight, clear water and small baits. When this happens the tendency is to downsize the lure and make longer casts to the fish. Many times this works. But there are the times when the fish still don't hit our lure, even after we've thrown everything we got at them. Remember, going smaller, hence lighter with a lure makes those longer casts harder. Sometimes to have greater success we need to use a lure made of materials that are extremely light and provide a more realistic look to the fish. A lure that isn't heavy enough to be cast in the conventional way. An...

While it may be true that some 10 million salt water fish are kept as pets in the United States, saltwater fish are primarily harvested for fishermen looking to sell and eat their catch. Besides the fact that saltwater fishing is one of the more enjoyable activities, saltwater fish are one of the more nutritionally abundant fish when compared to others (e.g. freshwater fish). Much has been said about the benefits of Omega-3 fatty acids that are found in saltwater fish, like Salmon and Tuna. These fatty acids do wonders for the body by supplying it with the essential nutrients that can help curve the threat of cardiovascular disease and mental impairments, like Alzheimer's disease. DHA--a specific...

I love fishing of any kind, but some people prefer fishing in saltwater and some people prefer fishing in freshwater. Many people feel very strongly about their decision, and sometimes you can elicit the same type of reaction from them as you would if you questioned their religion. Freshwater fishing is usually a more slow paced style of fishing with more waiting in between bites and catching fish. You also may have to work harder to find fish when fishing in freshwater. However I think that fishing off the bank in freshwater is far more productive than fishing from the beach in saltwater. I also really like freshwater fishing, because it is less costly to successfully fish in freshwater. Also...

Florida is often viewed as a saltwater fisherman's paradise. Hundreds of miles of coastline offer a wide variety of available fishing experiences and locations. The state's unique make-up offers access to the Gulf Stream, reefs, wrecks, estuaries, bays, inlets, and rivers - enough variety to keep an eager fisherman busy for a long while. There's an opportunity to land everything from marlin to bonefish, depending on where you choose to look. Undoubtedly, one of the most popular and oft caught fish in Florida is the snook. With its tremendous force and resilience, the snook has proven to be a worthy opponent sought after by many a fisherman. Other popular Florida species of fish include the...

Saltwater fishing off Alabama's Atlantic coast is some of the sweetest and most productive on the East coast. Part of the reason for this is the diversity of species commonly caught. Another bonus for the locals or anglers who choose Alabama as an angling vacation destination is the fact that the southern climes allow for a long and comfortable warm season. Alabama has long been known for its Southern charm and hospitality so rest assured that you will find plenty of people to help you and point you in the right direction for any questions you might have, whether fishing or other activities you might be involved in while there. A Diversity of Species to be Found Are you an aficionado of night...

In the summer of 1987 a personal friend of mine, Dr Stan Rude, asked me if I wanted to go sport fishing for Blue Marlin. Without thinking a lot about it I agreed to go. Details about the time and place etc. would follow. I didn't care. I have fished all my life so agreeing to go without thinking wasn't exactly a reach for me. But, after I stopped to think about it to tell you the truth I had never been sport fishing before, and didn't know much about blue marlin. But what the heck. I had been deep sea fishing before so I thought I was up for the challenge and besides fishing is always fun. As I received the details about the trip my excitement began to grow. We had reserved a 35 foot cabin cruiser...

Philadelphia is perhaps most well known for its historical significance in the founding of United States, and the ever famous cheesesteak sandwich is authentically Philadelphia's as well. Something that may be little known about Philadelphia is the sport fishing available in the city and the surrounding countryside. The state of Pennsylvania boasts over 83,000 miles of streams and rivers, and there are over 4,000 lakes, both man-made and natural, within the state. Several miles of waterways within Philadelphia and numerous streams, rivers and lakes in the surrounding countryside makes Philadelphia sport fishing a popular recreational activity. Fairmont Park is located in Philadelphia and is the...

Living on the Texas Gulf Coast, I spend a lot of time near the water with a fishing rod in hand. The prime catch around here is Red Drum, Black Drum, Speckled Sea Trout and Flounder. When fishing for these prized fish there is a myriad of natural and live bait choices available to the fisherman. The bait of choice for local anglers is shrimp. The problem with shrimp is the ease with which it is removed from the hook. Often the little bait stealing fish, like Pin Perch, will nibble the shrimp off of the hook before a real game fish ever has the opportunity to get to it. With shrimp costing $4 to $5 per pound, this can get to be a costly proposition for the serious angler. I quickly learned to apply a...

One of the best catfish baits available at you're your local grocery store is chicken liver. The blood in a chicken liver gradually seeps into the water providing an excellent scent trail for the catfish to find. Channel catfish and young (small) Blue catfish both will eat this bait up. As with most catfish baits, they should be fished on the bottom with a slip sinker. One of the drawbacks to using liver for catfish bait is that it is difficult to keep on the hook when casting. This can be frustrating when you think you have a good cast but you see the bait fly off. There are three things that you can do to keep fresh livers on the hook. Keep in mind that I use # 6 treble hooks for all of these...

* ‘Sweet’ ingredients in baits have always been successful, but what are the reasons for this, and how can you exploit these to catch more carp? * * The addition of concentrated sweeteners has a noticeable improvement on 'bites' over unsweetened ones. Baits with 'taste enhancers' like sweet or milk ones that promote the effects of milk sugars in your baits also seem more productive. On the subject of sugars, carp feed very much on aquatic plants and these provide a very important part of the natural diet, in digestible cellulose; for soluble fibre and energy providing sugars. Carp also feed on the most often abundant snails, mussels, shrimps and aquatic insects etc. These apart from...

Bait fishing for crappie using crank baits is probably one of the most seldom used method of catching crappie. One of the best places and time to use these crappie lures is when they are feeding on schools of threadfin shad, and gizzard shad. The best sizes select when bait fishing for crappie are 1 1/4" to 3 1/2" size crank baits. It is not uncommon when the crappie are in a feeding frenzy to hook a few double catches of crappie at the same time. When you make your selection make sure you select a crank bait lure that has a rattle built into it. The vibration really attracts crappie. You also want to match the color of your bait to the color of the bait fish that the crappie are feed on, or as...

Be ready at a moments notice to go fishing for that monster bluegill. With the way the world is moving so fast today, you never know when or where you will be able to steal away to fishing for a monster bluegill so be prepared. Artificial baits tipped with prepared baits is a perfect solution to this problem. No longer do you have to keep live bait going or travel miles out of your way to grab fresh stock only to have it die in transit. Prepared baits come in a wide variety of sizes shapes and colors for catching the wary big bluegill. Homemade baits are inexpensive to make and have the advantage of putting your own personal stamp on them. No one in the world will have the exact recipe that you have...

Fly fishing is a specific type of fishing where a synthetic fly is used as bait. The "fly" is attached to the hook and swung over the surface of the water to attract fish. Moving the fly correctly in order to entice a fish to bite is one of the more difficult activities involved in fishing. It is quite difficult to catch fish using flies, and fly fishing is an entirely different sport than standard fishing. There are two ways that a person can learn the skills and techniques needed to successfully fly fish. One option is to buy one of the many books that offers fly fishing instructions and advice. The advantage of books is that readers can learn at their own rate, focusing on particular techniques...

How can you really get the best carp fishing results when things really hot up? How many anglers have not yet savored the joy of summer carp fishing and all the great opportunities and experiences of great catches, that summer brings? Why miss out on the action! Surface fishing is possibly your favorite method of all. Actually watching the movements of the fish you are about to hook is so exciting! The subject of surface bait silhouettes, shading and colors are interesting, as is the ability of your bait to move in as natural a way as possible and obscuring of the hook too. Plastic baits are available flavored now and some can be made to glow in the dark too. It's not really surprising that baits...

If you want to catch more carp it is very advisable to put them at their ease right?! Many substances will do this in carp even as simply as by releasing more glucose into their blood (smoking does this in humans and is the first thing a smoker experiences.) Nicotine is a defence compound like hot chilli pepper compounds that stop plants from being eaten, however very many other natural compounds are addictive and are easily applied to your carp baits so read on! You can be relaxed just by consuming food and drinks. You can easily feel the proof of this by drinking a warm sugary tee or coffee or having a beer and a smoke, or eating marmite on toast or a bar of chocolate or even eating a mixed salad...

Spinner baits for largemouth bass can be a very effective tool for catching the elusive fish, especially in the spring and fall when the fish are converting to a new feeding pattern. The main thing to keep in mind is the way to catch any fish is to pay attention to what is already happening in their surroundings and imitate it. While learning how to fish for any fish it is imperative that you remember there are too many variables to explain to anyone. Most of what you learn is going to be from the experience of casting a rod and actually fishing. That being said, everyone has to start somewhere if it is a thing they want to do, so starting with the basics and how to choose the correct baits is a...

If you are planning to visit Russia during winter months, make sure you are well prepared for the bitter cold. However, as an ice fishing enthusiasts, not even the cold will keep you away. Many Russians love to get out and go to a nearby lake to indulge in ice fishing. Ice fishing in Russia is a popular past time for many Russians and they have devised a way to stay warm while sitting on the ice for hours. The trick to stay warm during your attempt at ice fishing in Russia is to drink vodka. There is a saying in Russia when it comes to drinking vodka and it roughly translates to warm on the inside and cold on the outside. Though you may scorn at the time, but it genuinely works in keeping you warm...

It's great to fish in the summer when the air is warm and the lake is calm. There are fishermen, though, who can't wait for winter and the lake to freeze solid. Ice fishing is a sport that many people enjoy, extending the fishing season to year-round pleasure. What's more, ice fishing is a great family activity. What makes ice fishing so appealing to families is that the sport isn't just about catching fish. Getting outdoors and breathing crisp, good air while having fun sums up ice fishing well. Smiles, laughs, and playing in the snow are all pretty common occurrences while out on the ice. Those reasons are just some of the few that even people who hate fishing get hooked on this winter activity...

Ice fishing is perhaps the most dangerous type of fishing. It contains many risks for the fisherman due to the weather conditions. If you are heading for this eskimo sport anyway, you'd better read carefully through the following tips. First of all, ice fishing is extremely dependent on weather. This means that before going on the open ice, you need to have supplied yourself with many useful cold-protecting materials. Of highest importance is to have a properly constructed ice shack. The shack can become your only rescue place from the cold outside: ice fishing leads to health problems such as hypothermia if you don't have a warm and cosy shack. The second thing you need to have in mind before...