As a start, you’d have to say that once we’re getting into the 4-5 foot wave range, then that would be considered ‘big’ by most. But the size of the waves doesn’t tell the whole story, and you may be … Continue reading →

The pier pilings hold the formed sandbar in place which makes for a consistent and predictable spot for a wave to break. The sandbars that form next to piers oftentimes provide a long tapered wave that is great for long … Continue reading →

What does double crimp mean? Double-Crimp: This option crimps down on both sides of the terminal and creates a winged look after the crimp is complete. As opposed to the alternative, this option can often penetrate the insulation but if … Continue reading →

Table 2: Additional to combined bag Finfish Species Min fish length (cm) Max daily limit per fisher Freshwater eels – 6 Groper/Hapuku/Bass – Daily bag limit of 5 with no more than 3 kingfish Kingfish 75 3 Snapper 27 10 … Continue reading →

Stingrays are not usually eaten in New Zealand although they are popular in other parts of the world. Is it OK to eat stingray? In short, yes you can eat stingray and it is safe to consume. Is it worth … Continue reading →

Catching red snapper is easy. In fact, some grouper fishermen will tell you that it’s too easy because the aggressive snapper will get to their baits before a grouper can even think about eating them. How far offshore do you … Continue reading →

When water temperatures are between 60 and 70 degrees it becomes progressively more difficult to control your breathing. It becomes very dangerous in water temperatures between 50 and 60 degrees. You lose the ability to control breathing in this temperature … Continue reading →

Buy a rod fishing licence for England and Wales Licence type Trout and coarse up to 2-rod Salmon and sea trout 1-day £6 £12 8-day £12 £27 12-month £30 £82 12-month – over 65 or disabled £20 £54 Can you … Continue reading →

It’s a good idea to always keep fresh bait on your line, when you’re deep sea fishing. Choose a fishing method. Trolling is used to drag your line deep, along the ocean floor. Chumming is used to attract larger fish. … Continue reading →

Can fish see hooks? Yes they can see hooks. What to do when a fish is nibbling at the bait? To sum it up, when a fish is biting your bait, you should wait until it has fully taken it … Continue reading →

If you see someone in trouble: Get help from a lifeguard. If a lifeguard is not available, have someone call 911. Throw the rip current victim something that floats – a life jacket, a cooler, an inflatable ball. Yell instructions … Continue reading →

Bait is extremely effective at fooling most fish. Bait is usually cheap (free if you catch your own!). You can cast out a bait, set your rod down, and wait for the fish to come to you! Leftover bait can … Continue reading →

The water can become toxic, and it—along with antibiotics, pesticides, parasites, and feces—is spread to surrounding areas, contaminating our oceans. Wild fish populations can get sick and die when parasites and chemicals are spread to them from these farms through … Continue reading →

Top 10 dirtiest beaches in America Cabrillo Beach Station, California. Villa Angela State Park, Ohio. Doheny State Beach, California. South Shore Beach, Wisconsin. Beachwood Beach West, New Jersey. Keaton Beach, Florida. North Point Marina North Beach, Illinois. Flickr/Kris Schroeder. Eichelman … Continue reading →

Do you need a float to Spearfish? Floats are an essential part of your spearfishing kit and serve many purposes. Firstly, floats prevent you from losing your gun when you spear a fish. When you spear a fish, the fish … Continue reading →