11
October
2009
Fishing for carp is a really rewarding activity since these fish are rather smart and often suspicious of anything put in front of them. Nevertheless, with some guile, you can tempt the fish and fool them into biting onto your hook. Here’s just a few useful tips to help you when fishing for carp:-
- Bring boilies based on fishmeal during the summer and autumn, and dabble with 50/50 mixes or even bird food types of bait during the winter and spring
- In the wintertime when the water is cold, try throwing your fishing rigs a little more frequently, and aim at various areas so you can place a hook bait close to the fish. Cold water slows down the movements of carp so there’s less chance for the carp to swim to your bait. During summer time, you can set traps in likely patrolling areas and wait for the carp to find the bait.
- If you’re nervous about overfeeding the swim, then use breadcrumb groundbait with just the attractants added, but without all the particle baits included. This lures the fish without stuffing them.
- Whenever possible, make sure not to stick round shaped bait on the hook. So many fishing lines sport rounded bait, you should feature something different. Experiment with squaring the hook bait with small scissors.
- Lastly, make sure you have the right fishing gear with you. Research what you should bring online. You can find all kinds of things online, such as bait boats – and ensure you enjoy the time you spend on the lakes!
Posted: Fish + Angle
15
August
2009
Situated north west of New Zealand in the South Pacific, the French settlement of New Caledonia is the ideal island destination for fishing and diving holiday.
If you are in to culture, shopping and dining, you will be aroused with Noumea, capital of the main island of Grand Terre. Noumea has been called the Paris of the Pacific, with its wonderful museums, fashionable and modern boutiques of Rue de Sebastopol and shops of Chinatown. But Grand Terre is encircled by its largest gem, the world’s biggest coral lagoon and second biggest coral reef, where underwater life bristles.
South east trade winds and its positioning as one of the southern most Pacific islands give New Caledonia a beautiful, temperate climate year round. With consistant warm and sunny days there are endless opportunites for diving and fishing jaunts. Gorgeous coral and underwater canyons and caves supply the backdrop for stunning dives and abundant fishing.
fishing holidays in New Caledonia accommodate any type of fisherman. Guided charter boats for deep sea and big game fishing; cruisers and catamarans for rod, spear, and fly fishing; or small, local boats are all on hand for lease. Fisherman around the globe know that New Caledonia is one of the best and most beautiful bonefishing locations in the world. These fish are well-known for their strength and speed, and fisherman hoping to set records flock to this realm.
The small islands that make up New Caledonia are ideal for diving and snorkelling. . Full and half day trips work out of Noumea, and equipment is available through excursion operators and resorts. Whether diving in the tranquil waters of Ile des Pins or night snorkeling where special torches illuminate fluorescent coral, New Caledonia is a diving holidays paradise.
Travelers would be hard pressed to find another destination on the planet that offers such an amazing medley of sportfishing and diving holiday pleasures.
Posted: Adventurous Life, Fish + Angle, Travel Portal
