Sunday, September 7, 2014

The Experience Of Fishing In The Bahamas

By Kerri Stout


Whatever the age or status, fishing is an experience for everyone. If it is at the Bahamas, then it is the only true ultimate experience. The most famous water sport on world is fishing in the Bahamas. This is a place both beginners and experienced anglers will find comfortable as there is something for everyone.

You may use your own boat to fish at the Bahamas if you cross from Florida. Or you may choose to hire a fishing guide or a charter boat if you fly in. If deep sea fishing is your thing, going out to the open waters requires a huge boat. It should be at least 35 to 40 feet long to have enough room for your gear, friends and may be a shark.

Bahamas and bone fishing are synonymous. This type of fish is known for its breathtaking speed which is definitely a challenge in catching it. The speed of these fish comes from its forked tail which is an immense advantage for hunting. They often move about in schools however, only one is to be caught at a particular time. In addition, catch and release method is employed to aid in conservancy. The best bait to use is a live shrimp.

Reef or bottom fishing requires you to catch fish from the reefs. Bahamas has amazing reefs among them the third largest on the world. When catching fish at the reefs, the boat will have to be positioned on the sand in front or alongside the reef. You can choose to anchor or to drift.

When you drift, it is to make an effort to cover the reef entirely. Anchoring on the other hand is an opportunity to catch fish present in the bottom of the reef and not over. Remember to use gear that works best in catching fish from reefs. For example, the rod needs to be stout to support the large fish. If you are a beginner, it would be best to avoid the reefs.

Catching fish in deep ocean that reside well beyond the sun lit region is known as deep sea fishing. It ought to be far from the shoreline and 30 meters or more deep into the ocean. This area is not inhabited by the ordinary small fish but by the biggest and mightiest of sea creatures. Big game such as sharks, marlin and tunas are found in abundance here.

Marlins and sharks can never be found around the shore line. In addition, the best bait to use would be a mackerel. The challenge in catching these fish is the resistance they put in. They are known to wrestle for hours before giving in. For instance, the Bluefin tunas fight last even more than four hours. When they finally tire, the fighting is less and can be reeled in.

It is always good to remember to conserve first then have fun later. Sharks can be really fun to catch but as a result of their slow reproduction process, it would be best to release them. The big game such as sharks are dangerous and can bite therefore do not be alone out in the sea. And keep away from the dolphins at all cost.




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