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Why Do A Growing Majority Of Fishermen Choose Glow In The Dark Fishing Lures
Written by Jon Dilis
Thursday, 5 November 2009 01:34

The people who began to make glow in the dark fishing lures weren’t even fishermen. The incredible part is that they work extremely well. Most fishermen claim the fish even prefer them during the day. These lures have become a new fad in the world of fishing.

When fish get hungry, they look for food that stands out from everything else. Since the sun’s rays can’t touch the normal shiny lures under the water, the lures appear to be gray, and the fish aren’t attracted to them very much. A glow in the dark lure picks up the smallest amount of light, causing it to shine and flash under water. It quickly catches the fish’s attention and lures it to the hook.

Have you ever considered making your own glow in the dark lures instead of buying them? You only need a small can of glow in the dark paint. There are multiple colors to choose from, although, bright green seems to be the favorite among fishermen. All you have to do is put the end of lures you already have into the paint and allow them to dry. Seal them with a clear spray paint. When they dry, take them fishing and try them out.

Did you know you can just add glow in the dark paint to different parts of a lure and you don’t have to dip the whole end in the paint? Choose parts that will cause the lure to flash or flicker in the water.

If you plan to fish at night with glow in the dark lures, purchase a portable fluorescent light or black light to take with you. Place the lures under the light for three to five minutes. After that, they will glow for 8 hours. You can put your lures under the light for five seconds or more before you cast your line in the daytime, too. Then you won’t have to wonder if the lure is shining under the water or not.

Fishermen say you can catch fish a whole lot easier if you use the glow in the dark fishing lures. It’s definitely worth a try. Who knows? You may catch your limit the next time you go fishing.

Fishing is one of those hobbies that some people cannot do without. If you are a fisherman, then you cannot do without your fishing lures and your fishing reels.

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Last Updated on Thursday, 5 November 2009 01:34
Fishing Is Like A Book – Fishing Tips From Steve Utley
Written by Steve Utley
Friday, 23 October 2009 01:36

When reading a book you start out by looking at the cover, and the same is true for fishing. In this case, your cover is the weather and whatever conditions surround you. Note the wind speed and direction, where is the sun, what tidal movement is there if any, the temperature and so on. Whether you are going to fish from a boat, kayak or wade fish this information is vital to your success. It can tell you where to fish and what species you are going to target.

Knowing where to cast once you are on the water can make all the difference in the world. Early on, be quiet and pay attention to any activity around you. Especially notice any schools of mullet or shrimp that are jumping around. Sometimes they are just playing around, but often times this can be a sign that larger game fish are chasing them. Casting in that direction is often a good place to start. Underneath the surface of the water you may also see smaller crabs that are being chased by predators.

Birds are another great fishing indicator, especially when they are feeding. My favorites to follow are the blue heron, pelicans and gulls. All of this wildlife activity is useful if you know how to read it. Not only can it help to find fish but also give clues as to what they are feeding on.

Structures are the next most important thing to pay attention to. The physical layout of the area you are fishing can control the movement of bait fish and predators alike. I tend to focus on drains, which are gaps between islands and sand bars where water flows from shallow to deep areas. When there is a lot of tidal movement these areas have a TON of bait fish passing through, with some nice speckled trout and redfish sure to follow.

Once I am settled into an area, I generally start off with a topwater to check things out. This will draw some aggressive strikes pretty quickly if there are any game fish in the area. Once the fish are found try switching to a soft plastic fishing lure, possibly weedless depending on your situation. This will help you get that big fish. A few casts in each area of the drain should be enough to scope it out before moving on.

Whether I am fishing for fun, with clients or in a tournament, I generally go with the Sea Devil by Brown Lures. Pink Hologram seems to work best for me, but they make many different colors that can work great for clear or muddy water.

Reading these clues can take time to learn, but the edge you get is worth it. The next time you get on the water look for wildlife movement, tidal changes, and pay attention to weather and structure. Hopefully this will help you to catch more fish the next time you are out there.

Captain Steve Utley of Blue Heron Adventures is a Texas Fishing Guide who specializes in kayak fishing for big speckled trout and redfish. His fishing lures of choice are Sea Devils by Brown Lures. Captain Steve recommends trying out some from Brown Lures for your next fishing trip.

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