Fishing is one of those activities that people generally do to have quality time with their family or friends. In some cultures, it is considered as a trend, set or created by their ancestors. Especially in countries like Bangladesh, Japan, and Sri Lanka, fish is an essential part of their daily meals. And the trend is quite common in many other countries as people all across the globe love seafood. A number of tournaments of fishing are held every year in different countries that connect different people, family, and friends.
According to the survey conducted in America back in 2017 (special report on fishing) by the Outdoor Industry stated: “In America, the favorite leisure pastime is fishing which unified 47 million Americans by pure joy.”
However, fishing is not as easy as it sounds. Moreover, it is also a kind of risk, therefore, authorities always recommend precautions to make sure it should be safe for everyone.
To keep yourself safe from those red flags, we present to you the five essential things which you should take with you on any fishing trip
1. License and Regulation
Before planning any fishing trip make sure you have the license. In the US, rules for fishing licenses vary as different states have their own rules and regulations. Furthermore, the license can also be purchased or get registered from marts like Walmart. Before you plan a foreign trip that involves fishing activity, you should first check it with the tourism board.
2. Match the Fishing Gear
Different kinds of fish games or fishing trips require different fishing gears. Before you plan such a trip, always make sure you have the right fishing gear to have the best time out there.
So firstly, plan which type of fish game or fishing style you want in the trip and then select the fishing gear accordingly.
It is great to have a few fishing experts within your family so that they always have expert advice with different fishing techniques. Their tips can go a long way in sailing you out of troubled situations during your fishing trip.
The basic fishing gears which are used for a long time are fishing rods, reel, a tackle box, line, and bait. Some of these gears are specialized, such as hook and line, because they are designed and produced for different kinds of fishing sites and types of water. For example, lake or freshwater fishing gear will be simpler than the seawater fishing gear.
Furthermore, before buying any gear, ask the following important questions from the local sports goods store.
- What is biting?
- How to use the gear?
- How do you can fish it?
- What are they hitting?
- What else you should know about the gear?
3. Carry Waterproof Items
It is always recommended to carry the items that are waterproof. It all starts with a waterproof bag. The reason behind using a waterproof bag (example Ziploc bag) is that it will protect and prevent your belongings such as wallet, mobile phone, and food from getting wet. Furthermore, a waterproof camera will help you to capture the best shots while you take a plunge into the water. It would provide amazing evidence of your water adventure.
Moreover, waterproof shoes or felt-bottom shoes are more suitable for the place where the river rocks are slippery, jetty rocks are sharp and boat decks are slick. Moreover, you will feel more comfortable while fishing or roaming around the places.
4. Keep Water, Food, First Aid Box and Safety Gear
It does not matter how long you stay on a fishing trip. There are some things which you must carry along with you. The absence of such items might leave you in a precarious situation during your fishing trip. Some of the most recommended items include drinking water, food, map, first aid box, and safety gear.
Water: You will not be able to drink salt water or lake water, so make sure you carry plenty of water to drink. Always make sure to keep an extra gallon of water on the trip because you might run out of it due to some emergency. Sometimes, stormy weather forces the adventure seekers to have a prolonged stay on the trip. This is why you should carry extra drinking water with you.
Food:Carry healthy food with you. You should pack some sandwiches, beef jerky, salads, fruits, and dry snacks. This kind of food is more suitable for a fishing trip.
First Aid Box and Safety Gears: Keep a first aid box which will help to cover any injuries or wounds you might get during the trip. You should also carry important medication which can prevent seasickness. For safety gear, keep the toiletry bottles, sunglass, and suncream to keep yourself protected from sunlight. You should keep a personal floatation device (PFDs) to deal with an emergency situation because the weather can be unpredictable at times.
Map and compass: We understand you might think why a map and compass are required in this modern era for a fishing trip. So let us explain this to you. Sometimes or at some locations, people might lose the signal and connections from a radar or cell phone, so in case of any emergency while fishing, it is wise to keep these two things with you.
5. Fish Finder (Sonar Device)
The fish finder is also known as a sonar device which helps you to locate the places where you can find and catch fishes easily. It makes things more interesting and fun-filled during your fishing trip. Some fish finders also come along with the feature of GPS which sets you free from a safety concern.
Conclusion
Apart from the above-mentioned essential items for a fishing trip, you should always keep a sharp eye on the weather conditions by following the weather forecasts on TV or on your smartphone devices. It would allow you to pack things accordingly so that you and your clan have a great fishing time.
