In regard to links throughout this Site, you may see a word that is underlined but NOT highlighted blue like a link, It IS a link and these are words that can be found in our Dictionary. In case  you're unfamiliar with some of the fishing lingo. search engine by freefind Home Sitemap What is Fishing and Why Go Kids & Fishing The VERY Basics of How To Fish Basics of How To Fish (more detailed) Basic Equipment Needed for Fishing Supplementary Tackle About Fishing Rods Purchase Fishing Rods About Fishing Reels Purchase Fishing Reels About Fishing Line Purchase Fishing Line About Fishing Hooks How To  Bait a Hook Bait Presentation Buy Fishing Hooks About Fishing Bait Buy Bait About Lures Buy Lures About Bobbers and Floats Purchase Bobbers About Swivels Purchase Swivels Kids N Fishing Types of Fish Fishing Rules and Regulations Safety & Fishing Fishing Terminology The FUNdamentals of Fishing Store at Amazon.com Other Websites made by Jon Anderson (Web Master of this site) FUNdamentals of Camping FUNdamentals of Baseball (learn how to hit, pitch, field, etc. How to Coach, Parent info, Official Rules) This Is Indiana

The Very Simple Basic Steps on  How to Fish For Basic How To Fish Techniques with more detailed information click here. First thing you will need is a Fishing License, unless your fishing on private property . . . LEGALLY! KEEPING IT SIMPLE All you need is a fishing rod and reel, a small spool of fishing line (6 to 8 pound test), a couple of plastic bobbers, some split shot sinkers (BB size), and some hooks (size 2 up to size 3/0). A tackle box with a handle will help keep it all organized. LIVE BAIT   You can buy live bait which would include night crawlers, minnows, or crickets at a bait shop.  But it is more fun to catch your own.  Carry your bait in a small plastic bucket. ARTIFICIAL BAIT You can also buy artificial bait which would include Lures, plastic worms, etc. Prepare your rod and reel for the day of fishing.  Make sure all parts are in working order. Match a hook to the bait.  3/0 hook for large worms and a 1/0 for minnows.  Tie the hook to the end of your line using a knot that won't slip.  See Our Page on Knots for different types of knots. Now you are ready to go fishing. After baiting your hook, attach the bobber above the hook (two feet for starters). Lower the hook into the water until the bobber floats.  Hold your pole steady. Now wait for the fish to bite.  FISHING TAKES PATIENCE! Watch the bobber, if it jumps or shakes a fish is nibbling your bait. When your bobber goes completely under water, set the hook.  This is done by raising the pole quickly.  Reel in the fish with care. Once the fish is landed, handle it with care.  Most fish don't have sharp teeth but may have spiny fins.  Hold the fish firmly and remove the hook.  Needle-nose pliers may be needed. This is a good time to get a picture of your catch.   Catch and Release   or   Prepare Your Catch We'll go into more detail about fishing strategies later in this site, but for now let's move on to what kind of Fishing Gear one will need to get started.  Click the NEXT BUTTON below or You can visit Our Advanced Basics on How To Fish which goes into more detail on how to fish If the Back Button Does Not Work, CLICK HERE It is important that people who fish follow all fishing rules and regulations. These rules help conserve fish populations and also help anglers be successful. Regulations may limit the size of, number of, and season that a type of fish may be caught, and may require a license to fish. In some cases, only “catch and release” fishing is allowed, which means the fish must be let go. Some bait is illegal in certain areas. Contact your state wildlife agency by visiting Our Rules and Regulations Page. If you have any hints, suggestions, techniques or anything that you would like to share or have me put onto this web page, please feel free to Email me Copyright © Jon's Images, Inc. All rights reserved This website is the composition of many hours of research. Information contained within this site has come from numerous sources such as websites, newspapers, books, and magazines. No animals were harmed in the making of this site.   Please direct website  comments or questions to webmaster DISCLAIMER: PLEASE READ - By printing, downloading, or using you agree to our full terms. If you do not agree to the full terms, do not use the information. We are only publishers of this material, not authors. Information may have errors or be outdated. Some information is from historical sources or represents opinions of the author. It is for research purposes only. The information is "AS IS", "WITH ALL FAULTS". User assumes all risk of use, damage, or injury. You agree that we have no liability for any damages. We are not liable for any consequential, incidental, indirect, or special damages. You indemnify us for claims caused by you. Please be advised that the content of this site is a source of information only. The FUNdamentals of Fishing Website cannot take responsibility for animal welfare or actions taken as a result of information provided, and if in doubt you should seek the advice of a qualified physician or veterinarian. I do not suffer from insanity; I enjoy every minute of it!