I have always dreamt of being a fisherman but never had the chance to learn how to actually fish. My girlfriend knowing about this gave me a fish pole as a present for my birthday but I don't really know what to do with it 😂😂😂 Really, I don't even know what to buy to start fishing besides the pole. Where can I find a guide for a complete noob like me?
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by ziggyforever
What pole did you get, and what species are you wanting to fish for
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by samries23
Cats and carp and richard gene the fishing machine on youtube is where i learn most things
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by tobsmalone
I just started fishing with plastic crappe jigs and really light fishing line and ive been catching every species. I wish i had used one sooner. I recommend that as a "catch all" set up.
When you learn from videos make sure you reserch how the fish act during specific season's. Fishing in winter is different than summer but its always possible
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by tobsmalone
Its discouraging to learn so much and spend hours not catching anything but thats fishing its not easy. I just got serious about it this summer and it took me a few trial and errors to get it rigjt but now im confident
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by tobsmalone
google for your states rules and regulations. the booklet usually covers all the basics and likely will tell you where/when to expect beginner events to occur. States typically spend some of their budget on getting people into hunting and fishing
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by walterh3
flyguy
Loc: Lake Onalaska, Sunfish Capitol of the World!
Welcome to the Forum, Ziggy. Does your girlfriend's dad fish? Maybe he can help you out. What is the rod's lure wt., line wt. action, and length?
Ziggy you can a lot by just watching fishing shows on tv and videos would help. Just keep in mind that they are only there to sell tackle and lures. Start slow and be patient the big one is out there.
Check out YouTube videos of the species you wish to target and go catch you some. Be patient, you'll get there if you keep learning and putting in the effort!! Good luck and Tight lines!!
Welcome Ziggy from Alabama. What is your equipment and what do you want to catch?
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