Discover the Secrets of catching Big Carp

As a carp angler of over thirty years standing…yes even after all these years I’m still addicted to this great sport of ours! In my day there was very little in the way of carp fishing books and information, it was the days when most carp anglers were very secretive, keeping them self’s to them self’s…especially the more experienced carp fishermen.

Though there were some good points in those days…that are a total rarity today…less crowded banks! It was nice turning up at your lake knowing full well you could get any swim you wanted, even if it had an float angler in it, as he was sure to pack up before dusk. This is unbelievable to the present day Carp angler.

The methods and baits that were used in those days were pretty primitive compared to the terminal rigs of today and not to mention the wonderful discoveries of bait ingredients, flavours and additives of today.

Maybe that’s why it was so difficult in those days…

But back then once a general angler decided to progress to carp angler he never gave up, unlike the beginning carp anglers of today, judging by my local waters…

You only have to have a quick glance in the fishing weekly’s classified sections or ebay and you will see tons of near new carp fishing gear being sold off…I dare say that the majority of this gear is being sold by newbie carp anglers, who say carp fishing is really too difficult…

Why do most novice carp anglers struggle?

I believe that most new or beginning carp anglers, I’m sorry to say…are very narrow minded and stereotyped, this isn’t to say I think it’s entirely their fault, no far from it. My observations and from chatting to newbie carp anglers show that they are swayed by everything they read in the monthly ‘carp’ magazines. They read so and so are catching on the latest ‘Boilies’ so they rush out to buy a few kilos…Only to find they still fail to catch!

And this is a case in point, why do most newbie carp anglers think of only using boilies as bait, when there are plenty of equally if not better baits to use…So I suppose in a way we can put some of the blame on the carp fishing media for portraying this stereotyped way of thinking…Success equals the latest super duper matching carp rods that you can cast out for a mile and a bag of boilies!

After a long succession of blanks the novice carp angler is convinced that the carp has hereditary intelligence, as found in human beings.

This of course is untrue. However, it is true that it gains from experience, a form of education.

To return to the intelligence of the carp, some appear to have larger brains than others just as in human beings, which mean that certain individuals learn quicker than others.

Successful big carp fishing is about understanding the fish and its environment, NOT the latest bait or fancy rig seen in a glossy carp publication, the angler must also remember the older the carp the greater its knowledge. My observations have shown anglers who have a definite won’t budge type attitude tend Not to be as Successful as those with a flexible easy going open mind attitude. Confidence in your approach, tackle and preparation give the success orientated angler the correct attitude.

Too Your Success, Good Luck and Tight Lines…

Dennis R. Black…A Keen Carp Angler with over 30 years experience.
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Fishing from the bank or shore of a lake, pond or river

Shore (bank) fishing is an exciting form of recreational fishing where the primary reward is the challenge catching non-common species. Some lakes, rivers and ponds are particularly attractive, such as the Red Lake Rivers running between Minnesota and North Dakota, and encompassing more than 70 species of native fish, including a world-class channel cat fish.

There are many other Shore (bank) fishing locations, in which the methods of fishing vary according to different factors, including the area where shore fishing is practiced, the targeted specials, along with personal strategies of the participants and the resources available in each place. Shore (bank) fishing allows a diversity of techniques, from the art of fly-fishing to the high-tech methods used to get catches such as tuna and marlin. Experts recommend hook, rod and reel for fishing rather than using nets or any other fishing aids.

Fishing from the shore is an ideal adventure for both expert fishers and novice anglers, who fish from the shoreline banks of ponds, rivers, lakes and streams, but also on the Gulf, Atlantic, and Pacific and Gulf coasts. In the United States, there are countless opportunities for shore bank fishing, including man-made structures especially intended for the practice of this sport, including bridges, walkways, piers and jetties.

Inland or coastal fishing offers the benefit of natural surroundings for the personal enjoyment or family entertainment. Kayaking, canoeing, biking and other activities are usually available near the shore, including lodging facilities for families and groups, as well as boat renting for the serious fisherman.

Each of the different locations has their own trophies. Atlantic shores are the destination for fresh water fish, including salmon considered the king of kings of all the catches, while the lake trout is the favorite of those who prefer inland shore (bank) fishing, particular boat fishing to enter the middle of lakes. Fishing from the shore is exciting for new anglers, but some species of fish cannot be caught along the shore.

There is a large array of fish available to people fishing on the shore, but free-swimming ocean fish are not found close to shore, particularly trout, they are usually found in cool, clear streams and lakes. However, Shore (bank) fishing offers stream trout and other species such as northern pike, sunfish, and bass, catfish, carp, perch, walleye and suckers.

There is a website that describes boat fishing, ice fishing, and has info on numerous freshwater fish, baits, and lures, plus other great freshwater fishing tips. The website is called: Fishing Stringer, and may be found at this address:

http://www.fishingstringer.com

By Robert W. Benjamin

Copyright © 2006

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Carp Fishing in France-Secrets to catch this dumb fish

Millions of people from all over the world love to visit France as it is a hot spot tourist destination. Due to numerous carp lakes found in France, you can select one that attracts you, so that you can enjoy the adventurous carp fishing activity when you are in France. Most of the carp lakes have excess carp up to 40lb to 50lb and more! Mostly, carp is a dull fish and you need not have a great knowledge for catching this species of fish. Being the most inactive fish, carp is the master in its own territory. It can defy and do all those things to distract the angler’s attention. To get an easy catch, you need to think a bit seriously on how to trap it. These are a few secrets that assist you to catch extra carp conveniently. – Search for your carp: This is one of the obvious things that you need to do. Most of the talented anglers’ don’t bother to pay attention to this little job but it is the major step towards trapping your carp conveniently. You need to fish where you find carp, or else, you wont be able to catch one. – Know the spot to place your rod so as to attract the carp: This is an essential part of a good catch. Marker rod forms the most necessary think of your fishing kit. And most of the anglers do forget to get one. There are times when the carp doesn’t consume even if it is present. In order to get the best chance, you should pay attention on the essential features. – Bait perfectly: You need to select and apply the bait perfectly. It is the key to a great success or a big failure. You must add enough quantity of food, so that your fish is interested in eating and catching it. Too much of food may not allow them to find the hook bait. But if you recognize that you are fishing on a wrong location, you can never go back then. You can freely add some more food for the carp if the place is perfect. – Observe the water: Scrutinizing is another necessary point that should be taken seriously. With keen observation, you will be able to spot the carp which are found leaping during rainy or dull days. – Keep moving: You should never make a huge shelter that will take nearly half a day to move. The fish may move out of your area if you do so, or you will have to search a new spot for the catch. – Adjust with the conditions: There are several lakes in France and each lake varies from the other. Their makeup is different, vegetation, the nature of lake bed, depth and several other factors. You should change according to the changing situations. You can change the hooklink material or the hair length. But you should know what you are doing, what your rig should do, the type of water you are on etc. Same tactics with every lake wont work well. – Covert the chance: Lastly, you should be alert enough to convert the chances. You must change the hook only when it is needed and not for every fish you catch. Soft hooks, weak rigs, old line may be a few factors for poor catch. Inspect all the equipment before you start and this will improve the chances of conversion.

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