How much time do you spend in the outdoors enjoying the fresh air and the many types of entertainment that Mother Nature has provided us? So many people spend a majority of their lives inside without considering what they are missing outside. This summer, maybe you should try your hand at fishing. I have put together a website to help those who are inexperienced casting their lines learn what they need to get started and how to succeed at catching their first fish. Fishing is one of the most relaxing sports for you to enjoy on your weekends after a hard week at work. Give it a shot and you may find that you love it as much as I do.
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Three Ways To Store Live Bait
Danielle Baker
For a fishing enthusiast, there are plenty of reasons to use live bait such as worms and minnows. The movement and scents that this bait releases can be highly enticing to any fish in the area, which can make for an action-filled day on the water. If you're planning to start using live bait for the first time, it's important to think about how you'll store it. A quick visit to your local fishing equipment store will show you that there are several different ways that you can properly store live bait. Here are three specific products that you can use.
Worm Container
When you buy worms, they're typically sold in a Styrofoam container. A lot of anglers take this container with them on their fishing excursion, but you also have the option of buying a worm container. These receptacles are simple; generally, they're just a plastic box. The big benefit, however, is that the lid latches securely. Virtually every experienced fishing enthusiast has accidentally knocked over his or her Styrofoam container of worms, leading to a mess in the boat or, if you're fishing on a dock, the loss of some of the worms in the water. A proper bait box will prevent these issues.
Minnow Bucket
One of the challenges of using minnows as bait is that you need to keep them alive so that they remain fresh. This obviously means keeping them in a container of water. Your best bet for properly storing minnows is to buy a minnow bucket. They're available in many different sizes and are commonly made of plastic. Whether you're fishing in a boat, on a dock, or along the shore, this receptacle will safely hold the minnows and allow you to quickly and easily retrieve them when needed.
Trolling Bucket
The above type of minnow bucket keeps the bait easily accessible when you're fishing, but there's another type of storage option to consider, too. A trolling bucket is a receptacle in which you load the minnows and hang off the side of your boat with a rope. Many anglers who enjoy fishing from canoes appreciate using this storage device, as it keeps the interior of the canoe from getting cluttered. The bucket has holes, so fresh water will flow through it as long as it's submerged, and you can easily reach over the edge of your boat to grab a minnow whenever you need to use one as bait.
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