| One of the first things you may think of when you | | | | see the line more easily and makes any movement |
| hear about night fishing is "Why do people do that"? | | | | readily apparent. It is also important to bear in mind |
| The answer is that many people night fish in the | | | | that you need to have adequate lighting on your |
| south since the heat is unbearable in the summer | | | | boat so other fishermen can see you. Also keep one |
| months. Consequently, the fish will stay further | | | | or two hand held lights close by in case you need |
| underwater to keep cool. So the only option is to fish | | | | them. |
| at night when they will be closer to the surface. | | | | You should also check the weather forecast prior to |
| The most common fish accessible at night is the bass | | | | departure, as bad weather does not make for either |
| as it is a sedentary fish that stays roughly in the | | | | a fun or safe night fishing trip. And you must also |
| same area both day and night. They are quite a | | | | check your boat to see that it is in good condition |
| hardy fish and can be found in unusual spots away | | | | and up for the trip ahead. Additionally, you should |
| from the typical riverbank setting that most people | | | | pack on board a good first aid kit; this is essential in |
| associate with fishing. | | | | the event there are any accidents on the boat while |
| Night fishing requires a lot of patience and | | | | you are out. |
| understanding of your equipment since the light is | | | | And finally, if you are looking to fish for bass you |
| limited, making for poor vision. As a result many night | | | | need to be aware that they do not have very good |
| fishermen use tackle that weighs more; they also | | | | eyesight, relying mainly on their sense of smell to |
| rely on the feel of the line to determine whether | | | | catch their food. For this reason you might want to |
| they get a bite. The more you fish at night the more | | | | consider using chum and creating a chum line. |
| you will come to recognize the way your gear | | | | Alternatively, you might prefer to try live bait instead. |
| moves when a fish is playing with the line. | | | | Whatever you decide, you are sure to enjoy night |
| Night fishing requires a slightly different set of gear | | | | fishing. Once you are familiar with the new sensation |
| than day fishing; this includes the use of a line that | | | | of fishing in limited light and relying on your senses, |
| will show up under a black light. That helps you to | | | | you will be hooked! |