THE ULTIMATE FISHING BOOK BY SCOTT A. BOS TABLE OF CONTENTS Alaska Fishing Lodge: The Nature’s Abode Tips In Fishing For Salmons In Alaska Tips For Archery Fishing Bass Fishing Facts And More Excellent Fishing Rods For That Perfect Fishing Experience Best Lures To Use In Fishing Basic Carp Fishing Pointers Catfishing The Right But Simple Way "Picking The Right Boat" “Fishing Kit Basics” Fresh Caught Fish Cooking Preparation The Best Way To Cook Your Freshly Caught Fish Deep Sea Fishing Tips Learning How To Fish Fishing As Family Activity The Recreational Value of Fishing What is Fishing Bait? Tips On Buying Fishing Boats Things To Know About Fishing Charter Fishing Game: Nature’s Playground Some Basic Facts About Fishing Gear Tips On Finding A Fishing Guide Fishing In Canada Fishing In China Fishing In the South Pacific Fishing In USA License To Fish Fishing With The Right Line Fishing Pole Fish For Reel Purpose Of Fishing Rod Holders The Basic Fishing Supplies Fishing Tackle Guidelines Fishing Tips For Beginners Fishing Trip Tips Tips On Fly Fishing Hawaii Fishing Tips Tips To Know The Types Of Fishing Rod To Acquire Ice Fishing Anyone? Tips On Kayak Fishing Tips On Lake Fishing For A Great Outdoor Experience Ontario Fishing Tips Salmon Fishing Fishing In Salt Water Fishing In Texas 5 Useful Tips On Trout Fishing Using A Fishing Rod Vacation Tips In fishing What Lures, What Fish? Learn To Fish: It's Fun Alaska Fishing Lodge: The Nature’s Abode Recreation is an important aspect in the life of human beings. Anglers represent the major group of leisure seekers, and have a determined advantage over the other groups who make use of nature’s wonderful creatures and elements for food. Consequently, the popularity of fishing in many areas had continuously dominated the society. That is why along with its series of activities, people now realize the need for fishing lodges especially in places where fishing activities seem to never end. Among all fishing lodges available in the industry today, the Alaska Fishing Lodges are among the most treasured and most popular fishing lodges in the United States. The Alaska Fishing Lodge provides its customers full customer service satisfaction with their wide array of fishing activities and endless strings of fishing fun. Normally, Alaska Fishing Lodges are made up of logs; sturdily build to provide each angler optimum convenience and comfort. It is known for its spacious interiors, creatively decorated with the right embellishments, thereby, setting the mood for fishing and wilderness. In addition, because it carries the true Alaskan heritage, Alaska Fishing Lodges offer services and products that can be afforded by anyone. With its affordable rates, the place is inhabited by people, who mostly want to enjoy life and fishing but cannot afford to buy the pleasures in expensive beaches and lodges. Best of all, Alaska Fishing Lodges are perfectly located in areas where the waters are abundant with the different species of fish. Usually, these lodges are situated in a place where trout, northern pike, and grayling mostly inhabit the waters. On the other hand, most Alaska Fishing Lodges are built big enough to occupy 16 guests, in which each guest can avail of personal and individualized services. Moreover, this type of lodge also houses a place where king salmon are abundant especially during the months of June and early part of July. Most lodges also provide a wide variety of fishing equipment, from rods to tackles and lines. With all these beautiful features present in every Alaska Fishing Lodge, there is no better place to enjoy fishing and the wilderness like what this particular lodge can offer. Staying in an Alaska Fishing Lodge is, indeed, an ultimate fishing experience. Tips In Fishing For Salmons In Alaska Alaska is known as one of the most bountiful areas with salmon, and is ideal for fishing trips. This is because of extreme tides along the West Coast and the gush of ocean currents that create an environment ideal for the breeding of thousands of baitfish. It is also known as one of the best places to go if one wants to fish for giant King Salmon, the largest specie of salmon fish. The best way to catch these giant salmon (in saltwater) is through trolling or by angling a baited line drawn into the water. Fishing for giant King Salmon can be a year round activity (especially in Seward). The most sought-after species of salmon are the following: 1. The King Salmon: (Chinook) are the largest of all these species. Its weight averages between 20-40 pounds, the heaviest recorded of which is 112 pounds, and can be as long as 3-4". It has a blue-green back that is lightly spotted. The average life span of a Chinook Salmon is about five to seven years. Its flesh can range in color from ivory white to a deep red. Common names for this specie of salmon include tyee, springs, mouth/kings quinnat and tule. 2. Silver Salmon: (Coho) on the other hand is slightly smaller with an average weight of 8-12 pounds. These specie prefer small streams in which to spawn between the months of July to November. 3. Sockeye Salmon: on the other hand, are the most sought-after of its entire species because its flesh has a color of deep red and it has a firm rich flavor. In fishing for salmon in Alaska, one has to be well equipped with the right equipment (and donned with the appropriate apparel). Listed below are some of the needed equipment/materials and tips for hassle-free fishing: 1. You must be clad in layers of warm clothes (not necessarily bulky ones as it can hinder in the fishing activity). 2. Over these everyday clothes, a waterproof overall, boots and bibs are likewise necessary to ensure that one would stay dry since after a hook-up, some fish may resist with maximum struggles. 3. Fleet or cruisers that offer services for fishing are usually stocked with bait. A guide on board a cruiser ensures that even amateur fishermen will enjoy the activity by providing crash-lessons onboard. They usually hook the bait for the guest and inform the party as to where specific species of fish may thrive for selective fishing. Tips For Archery Fishing Also known as Bow fishing, this is a sport wherein a fisherman uses archery equipment to fish. A regular hunting bow can be used for fishing by simply attaching a reel to the front of the bow grip. Archery fishing is especially favored by regular hunters when regular game like deer are off season. This way they can continuously hone their skills for whatever season it may be. Before engaging in archery fishing, one must first take into consideration the following: 1. A Fisherman Must Be Duly Licensed: Some states require that an individual have a state license to fish. 2. Equipment: Most states have a predetermined set of approved equipment for archery fishing. 3. Archery Safety Course: Still, some states require that an individual go through an approved safety course for archery fishing to ensure that the individual is well versed with the proper safety precautions and information regarding applicable laws in fishing. 4. Seasons: Bow fishing in some states can only be done in certain seasons. This is to allow the fish to spawn. 5. Species Of Fish: Some states have rules forbidding archery fishing for some species of fish. The following skills are necessary for an individual to obtain and practice: Knot Tying: Though it may seem like a simple task, tying knots that will not slip (line for the arrow) are crucial in bow fishing. Tuning: Tuning is making sure that the bow is at its best working condition. To ensure this, one has to continuously adjust the rest and calibrate the nock. For a faster tuning process, one may shoot a regular bow-fishing arrow (without the tip) onto a target made of cardboard. Marksmanship Or Targeting: Bow fishing and bow hunting, though similar on some aspects, really do differ on many things. Arrows for bow fishing are heavier, have larger arrow tips and, the most obvious one, has a string attached to the arrow. And since fish are shot in the water, resistance differs as when compared to shooting in the air (for bow hunting of games) There are various methods or ways of archery fishing. This includes the following: [...]... Placing herbs and spices inside the foil with the fish enhances the grilling process and the fish itself 3.Baking: Baking is the best option for the fisherman who does not want to watch over the fish during cooking The fisherman can prepare the marinade and pre-heat the oven, then pop the fish into the oven for a predetermined amount of time You may want to check on the fish from the time to time, ensuring... currents under the sea These rods are best for target fishes usually found dwelling at the bottom of the sea such as halibut and cods Best Lures To Use In Fishing The evolution of fishing gear and accessories along with the development of the bass fishing industry brought about the development of various lures specifically used for different fish species There are many types or class of lures and they all... 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China Fishing In the South Pacific Fishing In USA License To Fish Fishing With The Right Line Fishing Pole Fish For Reel Purpose Of Fishing Rod Holders The. Perhaps the most popular among the fishing lures are the long, tapered jigging lures. They are perhaps the most commonly used fishing lures among the fishermen