The Evening Secret Fishing Blog

Evening Secret Blog – Effects of Lake Turnover on Fishing

eveningsecret — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 07:00:07 +0000

Lake turnover is an interesting phenomenon typical of most lakes that experience winter ice-over conditions. The best fly fishing lakes in the Kamloops area are no exception.There are two times during the year that small lakes experience “turnover”, in the spring and in the fall. In most cases, it’s the spring turnover that is of most interest to the fly fishermen who are dying to get going with their season.So what is Lake Turnover? Lake turnover usually occurs 1-2 weeks after the ice comes off…

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Three pike fly fishing secrets
Fly fishing is a technique that’s growing in popularity as more anglers are learning the benefits it has to offer. It’s an effective way to fish and it’s very exciting when you hook a pike on the end of a fly rod. When fly fishing for this species, it’s important to choose the right type [...]

Get Your Boat Ready for Fishing in 10 Steps
Is your boat ready for fishing season? Here are 10 steps to check off before you hook your boat up to the hitch.

Four fishing tips for walleye ice fishing
Many anglers hang up their fishing gear when the cold weather sets in but if you’re not ready to hang up your rods just because it’s cold outside, ice fishing is for you. Walleye ice fishing can be some of the most exciting you’ve ever had the pleasure of doing and with all the modern [...]

I live in Arkansas close to the Arkansas River and have never fished in a river before. I am use to pond fishing with worms. What type of line, hooks
I live in Arkansas close to the Arkansas River and have never fished in a river before. I am use to pond fishing with worms. What type of line, hooks, weights, and bait do I use to catch catfish? Fishing in the river isn’t different then fishing in a pond. One issue you will have [...]

Are you a member of a catfish club?
At this time, I am not a member of a catfish club. However, there are some excellent ones out there with plenty to offer. If you enjoy fishing and want to learn more about it, then this can help you tremendously. It could be a way to connect with many others that share your same [...]

Evening Secret Blog – 3 Useful Fishing Tips

eveningsecret — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 02:00:03 +0000

Here are 3 useful tips you can use when starting fishing:

1) Using Bait Correctly

Using lead/lead free weights. Many people use bank sinkers with a number 2 hook.
To avoid sinkers to slide, you would use a swivel that acts as a stop. To protect the knot, you should use plastic beads between the swivel and weight. Using two appropriate swivels could allow you to rig the sliding sinkers.
Worms are a very popular bait for fishing. Remember to buy only fresh bait and keeping it cold avoids them fr…

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Purpose of Fishing Rod Holders Fishing is a sport designed for relaxation. It is where fish lovers pride themselves of the fish caught while celebrating it with friends and family. The rod holder is a fishing tool that allows fishermen to multi-task easily. It was invented because fishing requires the use of both hands in the whole process of luring, hook clearing and removing the fish from the hooks. With all these tasks, letting go of the pole is difficult. The fishing rod holder was intende…

Evening Secret Blog – The Secrets To Bass Fishing

eveningsecret — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 20:00:03 +0000

You just recently discovered the wonderful hobby of fishing but you aren?t sure what to do next. Which fish should you try for? What bait do you use? Well, here is a bit of info to help you get started on your fishing journey. This will help you take the guesswork out of one of the most favorite past times – Bass fishing. So lets get started on giving you some secrets of Bass fishing.First, you must know what type of Bass you are going to fish for. This will help you in choosing the right equipm…

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Evening Secret Blog – Florida’s Deep Sea Fishing Trips

eveningsecret — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 22:00:04 +0000

Various places boast of varieties of adventures and rare finds. Some have steep mountains for trekking. Others have caves for spelunking. But have you ever tried sports fishing in the waters of Florida?Well, for water enthusiasts, this adventure is a must-try. For family trips, this sure is worth a bonding. For others, the ?underworld? and the biodiversity itself are just enough to stir an ecological awe.Florida bay has enriched marine shelter thus making it suitable for various charters of spor…

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Dave Logan to accept Cherry Creek football job – Denver Post

Dave Logan to accept Cherry Creek football job
Denver Post
By Neil H. Devlin GREENWOOD VILLAGE — The secret that most everyone in Denver-area high school sports claims to know will be confirmed publicly Thursday evening. Cherry Creek High School, Colorado's largest, is primed to announce that Dave Logan will …

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Evening Secret Blog – Winter Ice Makes Fishing Fun

eveningsecret — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 14:00:05 +0000

With winter quickly approaching, people who live in some of the colder regions of the country are preparing for the ice fishing season. Ice fishing is a charming sport in that people who do it often feel as though they are slipping into character. As you put on the several layers of warm and dry clothing, you can’t help but feel as though you are playing the role of some experienced, seasoned fisherman who is about to conquer the hostile environment of the winter’s ice and snow.Ice fishing is mo…

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What are the best ways to check out crappie guides?
What are the best ways to check out crappie guides? Always check out crappie guides so that you are able to get great results. You want the experience to be wonderful for you. If you have friends or family that have gone on such a trip you can ask them what they liked about their [...]

Evening Secret Blog – Block Island Fishing Trip

eveningsecret — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 09:00:03 +0000

September 16th, 2006. What an absolutely unbelievable day of fishing this was. Zig had showed up late so we left the dock at 6:00am in the morning, a little light was beginning to show out and the wind was howling out of the NNE. Waves were about 1-3 feet and following. Fortunately it was behind us and we had no issues getting out there but it would be a problem later. The GPS gave me some trouble a couple of times on the way out and I had to power it off and play with it till it worked somewhat…

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Evening Secret Blog – Quick Guide to Flies Used for Fly Fishing

eveningsecret — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 13:00:04 +0000

Fly fishing is a niche area for the overall sport of fishing. Unlike niches in other sports, it is very unique when compared to the more popular angling.The mere name of fly fishing suggests something very different. No, it doesn?t have anything to do with elevating yourself. Instead, the ?fly? in the name refers to the thing used to tempt the fish to strike. While hooks and bait are important in all forms of fishing, the nature of flies for fly fishing has taken on a life of its own. For beginn…

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Evening Secret Blog – Hook Set Problems in Fly Fishing

eveningsecret — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 05:00:04 +0000

When a fish takes your fly, and he?s hooked, it would be nice if you would have a reasonable chance of landing our quarry. If you?re doing things right then you should. Occasionally though, the fish will sometimes fight for a couple seconds and get off. This is not an uncommon problem. If you’re losing a large amount of your hook-ups then something has to be rectified. The problem is usually the hook set. Pay attention to the following six factors that can affect a proper hook set.1. Hook Po…

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Evening Secret Blog – A Few Tips For Your Fishing Charter Site

eveningsecret — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 16:00:03 +0000

Many times I have heard from a Captain that they can catch fish all day long but they aren’t so good on this computer stuff. While this doesn’t present a problem for some Captains, it does for many. The question you have to ask is “Do I get all the customers I want from the internet?”. For a few the answer will be yes because they are word of mouth, are good at computer stuff or have selected a good person to run their internet site. For the rest of the Captains the answer is probably no.
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Tips on Lake Fishing for a Great Outdoor Experience For many years, lake fish have been classified under three general heads: game fish, food fish, and forage or bait fish. The bass, trout, pike, pickerel, muskellunge, pike perch, etc., have been generally known as game fish because of their sporting value. On the other hand, carp, suckers, some of the catfish, yellow perch, etc., have been considered as food fish. While this latter group has not been considered as furnishing the sport that the …

Evening Secret Blog – Bass Fishing after Dark and in the Rain

eveningsecret — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 22:00:03 +0000

When it gets too hot and too crowded on the water consider bass fishing in more agreeable climes and times; specifically, after dark or in a gentle rain. Lakes and streams often come alive when the sun goes down or hides behind the clouds. The fish are livelier and less likely to be spooked by human traffic. In fact, many anglers who visit dark and/or rainy waters as a change of pace, find that these times can produce some of their most productive and enjoyable bass fishing.
Before going any f…

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Lake fly fishing techniques are similar to those of any other types ofwater except you don’t have to deal with currents. In lakes fish haveto aggressively search for food and are more likely to be tempted by anything that looks edible than their fussier river cousins.Lake fly fishing techniques are similar to those of any other types ofwater except you don’t have to deal with currents. In lakes fish haveto aggressively search for food and are more likely to be tempted by anything that looks edib…