Family fishing trip

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Looking for an idea for active water recreation with the family? Fishing is a great way to relax and have fun - for both adults and children! Whether you want to relax peacefully or give the little ones a thrilling day on the water, there's something for you.

The types of fishing and fish species are many, but if you are just starting out, it is worth focusing on the best fishing methods for beginners. I'll introduce you to techniques that are easy to learn and ensure a large number of fish caught, guaranteeing satisfaction on every trip.

Regardless of what kind of fish you want to catch, you first need to choose a right place. For beginners, it will be ideal local park or small estate canal - These are the kinds of fisheries that are easiest to manage. If, like me, you live in the Netherlands, you'll find plenty of accessible fishing spots that will do. For starters, it's worth avoiding large rivers i lakes, as they may require more advanced equipment and techniques.

Before you head out on the water, make sure you have a all the necessary equipment. In addition to rods, worth taking essential accessories, such as hooks, lines, landing net, as well as hook release device or fish release mat, to enhance their security.

The most important part of the set is rod, which affects the comfort of fishing. It does not have to be expensive - for example, I managed to catch a pike 80+ cm For an inexpensive spinning rod for perch fishing for 30 euros! It is important that it should be verified and tailored to your fishing style.

Equally important is reel, especially if you choose spinning - the right model will provide long throws As well as full control over the fish during towing.

Now that we've got the equipment, it's time for the first expeditions! In the following paragraphs you will find descriptions of various techniques, detailed plans and a list of everything you need to get started fish with children or friends.

FEEDER FISHING

A comfortable armchair, a cold drink on a warm day, and even an umbrella to protect you from the sun. During such comfortable relaxation in nature you, fishing for all kinds of whiting. The possibilities for making this kind of fishing comfortable and effective are endless, but we will touch here only on the most basic equipment needed to get started.

Rod, reel, line - These three things will be the foundation of your next fishing trip. Feeder requires uploading bait and a basket, in which it is given. One and the other weighs its own, so The rod must be sturdy. Think about whether you will be fishing rather in calm water (a small canal, a pond in a park) - here you will use lighter equipment, or for example in the river, where the equipment must definitely be heavier. Also consider genre, that you want to fish - otherwise equip yourself for the hurdles, and differently at carps. Depending on your goal, also adjust size and type of line.

Hooks, baskets, leaders - Here, too, the size will vary depending on the species of fish and the water chosen. It is worth familiarizing yourself with the different styles of feeder -. feeder method will be perfect for carp, and the classic basket will be great for channel fishing. Match the style to the place, experiment And discover new ways of fishing.

Pick-up, mat, pliers - Everything needed to get the fish safely back in the water. Take care of her welfare, and maybe it will return next year when it grows!

It is also worth having charged phone, if you want to show off your catches - you never know when you'll get a beautiful piece!

Comfort while fishing - Feeder fishing, you will spend most of your time sitting, so good seat is the basis. I myself when I started, I just took with me blanket, so if you want to save money on equipment, it's a good idea to do it on comfort and start with the most necessary items.

Baits and lures - It all depends on the fish you want to catch. Focus on one species and select lures and bait, which will increase your chances of successful fishing.

PERCH FISHING

Here we have a lot of room for improvement, the techniques are many. We will focus on the method of drop shot, because it is relatively easy and versatile, although other fishing methods are also worth trying. I recommend fishing from the drop, crankbaits or spinners - Any of these methods can produce great results.

What is the drop shot technique?

I invite you to read my article (link here), where you'll find details. In a nutshell drop shot is a technique in which the lure imitates the dying fish, inertly hanging over the bottom. Animating it with movement wrist, you make it look like easy prey for predators.

What do you need?

1. Rod, reel, braided line

   • The rod should have parabolic action, which will provide more control of the fish and more secure jam, especially when fishing close to obstacles.

   • The tip must be sensitive, because the takes are often subtle.

   • Reel preferably small - size 1500 Works great for perch, but can also withstand incidental zander.

   • Braiding is a must - The line here is too stretchy and makes it difficult to guide the lure effectively.

     
     

2. Pick-up, pliers, mat

   • Especially first two accessories will help you safely remove the fish And release it in good condition.

3. Leaders

   • You can buy ready-made dropshot leaders Or make them yourself.

   • In the second case, you need hooks and fluorocarbon (thickness 0.25+, which will ensure adequate rigidity of the set, while not reducing the number of bites).

4. Lures and weights

• I recommend lures like swallow, but almost any soft bait will do. The important thing is to worked with the slightest movements.

• If you are just starting out, twisters will work great - you just need them lead slowly along the bottom.

• Match the weights to the depth of the water, in which you are fishing (shallow water = light weights). However, don't choose too light to start with, so that you can control the bait more easily.

PIKE FISHING

Pike - king of the water, like a lion in the jungle. Everyone knows that. So why not just start with it? There are many techniques for catching pike, but we will focus on spinning. Many anglers fish it successfully on dead fish, but that's a whole other topic.

What you need to capture king of the lake?

1. Rod and reel

   • They must be definitely heavier. Depending on the chosen technique, they will vary, but one thing is certain - they should be robust, to deal with a strong predator.

2. Solid line and steel leaders

   • Steel leader is a must. Pike teeth cut the line like a razor blade, and it would be a shame to lose a beautiful piece just before it was taken out of the water.

3. Pick-up

   • Disputes pick-up is the basis. Trafic specimens measuring more than 125 cm, so it's a good idea to have the right equipment to make it easier to pull out the fish.

4. Hook release equipment

   • Pike can maul the bait And swallow it really deep. Robust pliers For releasing hooks are absolutely essential.

5. Lures

• It all depends on the technique you decide on. Rubbers, wobblers, spinners - Each lure has its own use depending on the conditions and style of fishing.

That's all in this article. I hope I helped you get started on your fishing adventure! Ps. always remember to have your VisPas card paid up!!! 🙂