What Fishing Equipment You Need To Bring

Although it is an old saying that you need to be prepared it is very evident that the better prepared you are for fishing the better results will be. This article will provide a short list of fishing equipment that I recommend.

Common Fishing Equipment Often forgotten

I don’t want to take the spontaneity of the fishing away but so many times we arrive at the fishing venue only to be amazed that we have left something behind.

First Thing: Clothing For Fishing

You are not going to a fashion parade but you do need to be comfortable. It can rain sometimes or a wind suddenly appears. Make sure you have a warm jumper/top and a rainproof jacket. You start first in the morning and the weatherman says early mist will clear. Don’t believe them. It can be cold and damp first thing in the morning.

Have your T-shirt and shorts ready for when the sun does get out and you can bronze up.

For underwear use general everyday wear.

Always have a turtle-neck jumper to protect from early spring winds.

Long johns for winter are essential, especially for sea fishing.

We like shorts with plenty of pockets so we can fill them with our rubbish.

Every fisherman has their favourite pair of jeans that have lasted all these seasons and we are NOT going to change. Don’t let her indoors and throw them away yet.

Fleece is a good idea

Hoodies are a must

Waterproofs at the ready

Hat

Chairs – You need to be comfortable. Your bum is going to spend a few hours on that seat so maybe we can “borrow” a cushion to help things along. Once you have used the cushion it is a hard job to get back to the lounge so why put yourself through that agony? Might as well keep it.

Always take plenty of liquids. The best way to get a bite on a quiet day is to pour yourself a cup of coffee or tea from a flask. As soon as you are pouring your drink you will get an immediate bite. It works so many times.

Before you set off to fish it is vital that you are licensed. You do not require a license to seafish. You do need one to fish any freshwater from the environment agency. You can buy a day, weekly or annual. Always take it with you and be prepared to show the water bailiff.

Key Fishing Dates To Remember

Coarse fishing usually starts 16th of June until the 14th of March.

Game fishing – Trout and Salmon season is from March 15th until September 31.