Night Fishing Preparation, The Key To Success

Preparation is the Key To Successful Night Fishing, You Better Have These...

Night fishing requires quite a bit more preparation than daytime fishing does. Even if you "think" you know the waters pretty well, you need to take extra precautions when fishing at night.

If you are night fishing from a boat, you have even more to think about. Make sure you have enough flotation devices onboard and that they are easily accessible. If someone falls overboard, it is much more difficult to see them at night, so you need to be able to throw a flotation device out to them quickly.

Proper lighting on your boat is also essential. Enough flashlights and batteries should be an obvious commodity, but you would be surprised how many times those batteries that you "thought" were new, die off within minutes of the trip.

You should have a GPS monitor at all times (good compasses are better than nothing if you can't afford a GPS). However, don't go out and buy a GPS right before your first night-fishing voyage. Buy one in advance and learn how to use it first! Trust me, it is no fun trying to read the manual when it's pitch dark and you're lost.

Not only are the tree stumps harder to see at night, so are the shallow waters. It definitely pays to learn the waters well before heading out at night.

Before you venture out into the darkness, make sure you let someone know (back onshore) where you are going or are planning to go. If you aren't back home at a specific time you suggest, at least others will know where to start looking for you.

It's also a good idea to pack your insect repellant. Night fishing not only brings out the best fish, but also the meanest bugs. It's prime feeding time for many insects, and to them, you look pretty tasty on that open water.

Prepare your rods, reels and lures BEFORE you hit the water. There is nothing worse than getting out in the water and realizing you forgot to bring your favorite lure.

A little nap during the afternoon before you head out is also a good idea. Of course, if you are catching a lot, I doubt you will be tempted to doze off.

And remember, safety always comes first. I am yet to see a fish worth getting seriously injured or killed over.

Daniel Eggertsen is a long time fishermen, as well as President and Founder of Evening Secret Fishing (http://www.eveningsec retfishing.com/specialsecret/night-preparation.php)

---

Social Robotic Fish in Fish Farms

We have a problem in our fish farms, especially Salmon.... Read More

North to Alaska

For many fishermen Alaska is the ultimate "mecca" of fishing.... Read More

Saltwater Fly Fishing in Washington State

When most people think of saltwater fly fishing their minds... Read More

A Guide to Non-Typical Catfish Fishing Techniques

IntroductionMany of the people about to take one of my... Read More

Fishing The Henrys Fork.... First Test

All the books written on fly fishing all mention the... Read More

Rock Fishing Techniques

Many shore anglers avoid fishing rock marks because they are... Read More

Some Things You May Not Know About Luring Fish In The Night

Night fishing is becoming more and more popular recently, and... Read More

How to Fish Spring Trout Streams

Fishing spring creeks isn't easy. Don't expect large quantities of... Read More

Catch More Fish - The American Way

These are busy times we live in.Running a full time... Read More

Caring for Your Inflatable Boat - Common Sense & Consistency Are the Keys

Thousands of years ago, the first inflatable boats, made from... Read More

Join The Vespa Fishing Team

High fuel prices got you down?Imagine how most of us... Read More

How To Choose the Right Fly Line Weight

Written on the rod blank or handle is a code... Read More

Fishing Alaska: The Alaskan Sampler Plate...Part I

I just recently returned from my first fishing trip to... Read More

Are You Interested in Alaska Trout Fishing?

For those of you that don't know, Alaska trout fishing... Read More

What Has Happened to the Cod Stocks Off the Shores of Newfoundland?

The Newfoundland cod stocks. What has happened to cod fishing... Read More

The Hendrickson Mayfly

Mayflies are essential to trout fly fishing. There are still... Read More

I Gave A Brand New Rod And Reel To An Alligator For Free

One day a friend and I decided to go fishing... Read More

Stories From the Heartland (Pt.1)

Every River Tells a StoryThe next time you begin a... Read More

Challenges of Nymph Fly Fishing

When nymph fly fishing, the angler is imitating the juvenile... Read More

Erie Steelhead Flies

As we stated in our article on Pacific Steelhead flies,... Read More

Colorado Fly Fishing ? Bait Huckin vs. Fly Fishin

It was one of those fishing trips. You know, everyone... Read More

A Guide to Non-Typical Catfish Fishing Techniques Part III

Method 2The second method that works really well for me... Read More

Monster Hunt: Ledge Lunker Blues Part I

Originally published in Procats Online MagazineSummertime angling for trophy-sized blue... Read More

Choosing Steelhead Gear

Steelhead GearLike many things in fly fishing you can ask... Read More

The Wet Fly Swing

The wet fly swing sounds like something one does at... Read More

The Secret About Night Fishing Line

The Best Type Of Line For Night FishingHere is a... Read More

Cutthroat Trout and Cutthroat Trout Fishing

Experienced fishermen know all about the cutthroat trout. That is... Read More

The Worlds Top Water Bass Fishing Champion And His Techniques

I was fishing a small lake in central California back... Read More

Spinnerbait Tactics That Work

How many fish have you missed?It is said you could... Read More

10 Fishing Gems

Fishing Gem #1 ? When Is Best?If you are in... Read More

Trout Fishing Techniques

One of the most popular trout fishing techniques is called... Read More

The Value of Observation

The beginner must learn to look with eyes that see.... Read More

Lake Trout and Their Unique Qualities

Lake trout are a type of fish that are completely... Read More