Off the Hook: Stay safe in wet weather
A lot of people feel as though their fishing plans are ruined the moment they see the sun disappear and rain come down, but for some, this weather makes the fishing trip more exciting and challenging.
FISHING was rather quiet last weekend due to some rainy and windy weather.
For those who actually went out and braved the choppy sea, hats off to you.
A lot of people feel as though their fishing plans are ruined the moment they see the sun disappear and rain come down, but for some, this weather makes the fishing trip more exciting and challenging.
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Should you decide to brave the wet weather, you might find these tips useful:
Clothes – carry a raincoat or ensure that you have appropriate rain gear before setting off.
Location – find a fishing spot where the water isn’t too murky and it’s still clear enough to scout for fish.
Wind – check in which direction the wind is blowing. Sometimes when you follow the wind, you find good bait fish that are swept in that direction.
Water temperature – rain can change the temperature of water. If the water is too cold it could impact your catch, so try and move to where the water is warmer.
Fishing lures – try to use colourful fishing lures because if you’re in a place where the water is muddy or murky, a colourful lure will be easier for fish to locate.
Safety – even though you want to be all macho and head out to sea, ensure that the weather is not too much to handle because launching in stormy weather can be dangerous. Even fishing at rivers carries the risk of a slip and fall,
Whatever you choose to do, do it with safety being your number one priority.
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