Thursday, September 4, 2014

The Ultimate 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.

Crossing from Florida, you may use your own boat to fish on the Bahamas. Alternatively, you may opt to hire the services of an angling guide and a charter boat. Going out to the open waters of the deep sea will require you to have a big boat at least 35 to 40 feet to accommodate all your gear and probably a shark. There are various ways to fish in the Bahamas.

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.

These type of fish will never be found near the shore. Mackerel is often used as bait to catch the big game. Catching the big game is not easy as they can wrestle for hours before they finally give in. Bluefin tunas are known to fight for more than four hours. When it is fatigued, the fighting becomes less vigorous and then you can reel it in.

Conservation should always be a priority before fun when catching fish. For example, catching sharks may be really fun but may hurt to their population if fishers are not careful. Their reproduction process is often slow hence should be released after catching. Also remember not to be on the open sea alone since sharks bite and it is often risky. In addition, keep off dolphins as they are protected species.




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