Fishing for beginners - the basics
This is post is about shore fishing (sea fishing) at the beach.
Fishing is a peaceful and rewarding way to connect with nature. If you're new to it, here are a few basic steps to get you started:
1. research
Where: Think about where you want to fish. Are you allowed to fish there? Do you need a license? What are the tides times? What kind of fish do you want to catch, is it sustainable? You tend to use a different set up for different types of fish. Check out YouTube videos to help you learn, that’s how i get lots of my information.
2. Essential Gear:
Rod and Reel: Start with a simple spinning rod and reel, perfect for beginners.
Bait: You can use live bait like worms or artificial lures.
Tackle Box: Includes hooks, bobbers, and line cutters.
Cooler box: Something to carry fish in and keep them fresh.
Hook extractor: knife, gloves, towel for hands.
3. Casting Techniques:
Practice casting in an open area to get comfortable with handling the rod and reel.
4. Patience:
Fishing is about patience and observation. Find a quiet spot, cast your line, and wait. It's not always about catching fish but enjoying the process. We love it for mindfulness.
5. safety:
Most important. Checking out the weather conditions and tides times is going to be really useful. Try to go with someone especially if you’re inexperienced. Make sure people know your location and how long you plan to be there. Dress appropriately for the conditions.
This is a very basic list for fishing. We’ll go into greater depth soon with another blog.
