Your Questions About Fishing Techniques For Salmon
December 3, 2011 by Daniel Ambrose · Leave a Comment
Sharon asks…
Indian questions, need answers fast?
1. What is the best description of trade among Northwest Indians prior to the arrival of the whites? (Points: 1)
There was no trade among Indians prior to the arrival of the whites.
Indians traded only among groups that spoke the same language.
Indians traded among different groups, but only within a small area.
Indians traded among numerous groups for goods that came from hundreds of miles away.
2. Which of the following is the best description of Northwest Indian governments prior to the arrival of whites? (Points: 1)
Indian government was loose, and usually lacked a strong, central, political power.
Indian government rested all power in a warlord or chief.
Indians had no recognizable form of government prior to the arrival of whites.
Indian government was strong and centered authority in an elected chief.
3. What is the best definition of a shaman? (Points: 1)
another name for a tribal chief
a staple food of Northwest Indians
a man or woman who had special religious or spiritual powers
a Native American word for “white settler”
4. Which of the following is not something that Northwest Indians taught to the white settlers of the area? (Points: 1)
salmon fishing
architecture and construction techniques
tobacco cultivation
clam digging
Daniel Ambrose answers:
1, Indians traded among numerous groups for goods that came from hundreds of miles away.
2. Indian government was strong and centered authority in an elected chief.
3.a man or woman who had special religious or spiritual powers (and to note: a shaman was not a chief unless voted or appointed. A shaman as the white man called him was a healer and nothing else.)
4. Salmon fishing
Mark asks…
Fishing the Columbia River?
In about two weeks I’ll be going up to Oregon, and want to go fishing in the Columbia river. Has anyone had any experience with that river. What should I fish for this time of year, and what are some good techniques. I’ll be bringing both my, 9 wt. fly rod, and my regular spinning rod. I would really like to fish for Salmon, but if it’s better this time of year to fish for something else I would fish for whatever. Any suggestions?
Daniel Ambrose answers:
The Columbia is little more than an interconnected series off wide, deep lakes, thanks to dams. If you haven’t seen the Columbia before and you’re shore fishing, you will probably be overwhelmed. It’s. Just. Huge.
Depending on your time and budget, you could hire a guide to take you out on his boat and use the proper, provided tackle. Though even a half-day won’t be cheap, it’ll definitely increase the odds you’ll hookup with something sizable.
Don’t overlook the chance for some great fishing…including fly fishing…on any one of the Columbia’s many tributaries. Personally, I’d do some research on some nearby streams beforehand and plan to spend the bulk of my time on those waters. But that’s just me. I enjoy fly fishing on rivers too much to spend my time trolling in the Columbia.
Good luck…enjoy your trip.
Sandy asks…
I live in washington and i fish for all salmon in a river and i havent found a good way to catch them?
i have used plunking technique and that worked a little i use a wing bobber and a live shrimp but seem to not having any luck, so will you please give suggestions on how to catch them more frequently thank you.
Daniel Ambrose answers:
Use salmon eggs durring the spawn. Salmon get very protective of thier eggs and tend to eat other eggs just to kill them so thier eggs have a better chance to survive. Also using a bid sppon works well too. Fly rod with egg tpye flys seems to do well…
Hope this helps
JosephA
AnglersResource.org
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Your Questions About Salmon Fishing For Beginners
September 26, 2011 by Daniel Ambrose · Leave a Comment
Nancy asks…
What gear do I need to start salmon fishing in fresh water? Im going for the spinning method I think?
Fresh water fishing in Ireland. What do I need to buy so I have the correct gear? Is ther a package out there for beginners? Could you direct me to any sites to read up on this? Could you give me advice from your own experience? Thanks a million.
Daniel Ambrose answers:
Hello there. I have lived in the “Great Lakes” area of the US. I am an avid fisherman of trout and salmon. I think the first thing to consider is to match the prey of the salmon you’re targeting. Generally, spoons, spinners, and crank baits are what we use here.
As far as equipment, I’d start with a medium action rod and an equivalent reel that has a good drag. These fish are pure muscle, and if your drag is not set properly, they will snap you off frequently.
Best of luck in your fishing.
Charles asks…
Salmon Fishing Questions…?
I live in Washington and will be going Salmon fishing in a dam for the first time of my life. I need to know what pound line and size pole i should buy. Also what type of reel. I am a beginner. We will be fishing from shore. And we will be using shrimp as bait. Any help is appreciated. Thanks 
Daniel Ambrose answers:
Opinions will vary but a rod using an IM-7 blank will work fine. As for a reel that’s up to you you could go fairly cheap and get a mitchell or more expensive and get a shimano or any other yuppie brand. As long as you have decent strength line you should do fine. Please do not try to use any line less than 10 LB test.
Steven asks…
Fly Fishing . . . What Type Of Rod/Tackle Should I Be Looking For As A Beginner?
I fish quite often, but I have never gone fly fishing before. When I went for a scenic drive one weekend I noticed TONS of people fly fishing along the side of the river. Looked as though they were salmon fishing. It looked like a lot of fun. So I wanted to give it a go. Since I have never gone fly fishing before I was wondering what type of rod I should be looking for and what type of tackle would be involved.
Secondly . .are there any fly fishing rods for kids? My son LOVES to fish.
I live in British Columbia . . so I’m assuming the fish I’d be after would be Salmon
Daniel Ambrose answers:
Go to the local shop that specializes in fly fishing equipment in your area. The salmon/ steelhead gear is heavier duty than a trout rod. All are fun and fairly easy to learn for the basics, but may take years to become a master at the sport. For a child’s size rod, I suggest a fly rod for trout about 7 foot in a 6-7 weight. For you a length of 7-8 feet and a 7-9 weight. The shop personnel can explain all of these terms. Buy a couple of fly fishing magazines and do some reading. The sport is great. If you really want to get a head of the curve on fly fishing I strongly recommend this Fly Fishing Guide
David asks…
Looking for a great fish or seafood cookbook for beginners?
Best if this cookbook features simple recipes, the basics of How to prepare fish in various ways (steaming, broiling, poaching, grilling, etc), and nice color photos.
Alternatively, a cookbook that focuses in on cedar-plank grilling (i.e. for salmon) would also be interesting to me!
Any thoughts?
Daniel Ambrose answers:
Owlcroft, some people believe that vegetarians can eat seafood, some however, prefer to call them pescetarians, some say that a person who eats fish is not a vegetarian at all.
Therefore, this could be the right category, depending on how you look at it.
Regarding your question, you can find tons of recipes online But I am very fond of this Fish Recipe Guide
Maria asks…
What is the least “fishy” fish?
I have never eaten fish before, I mean I have tried it, but I always hate it and usually it makes me sick. I am allergic to shellfish and as a child I didn’t really understand the difference, so I was scared to eat any of it. As a result, I never aquired a taste for it. However, it is very popular now so you can get it anywhere. It is also healthy and I am trying to lose weight. What would you recommend as a beginner for a fish? I hate the smell of salmon and I hate tuna. Any other ideas?
Daniel Ambrose answers:
Hi there… As a HUGE fish connesseur and avid cook, you want to start with a very mild, flaky white fish. Something like a Tilipia, Halibut or Orange Roughy. Happy eating!! And try this Great Fish Recipe Guide Bon Appétit
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Rainbow Trout Fishing Basics
September 21, 2011 by Daniel Ambrose · Leave a Comment
Rainbow Trout Fishing Basics
Rainbow trout has spineless fins. Below the pelvic fin is a protrusion that is triangular in shape. They have very small scales and their underbody is dark with numerous darker spots. However, down the side is a red stripe making identification easy. The size of the rainbow trout can extend to fifteen inches and weigh over one and a half pounds.
Rainbow trout are often the most sought after trout by anglers. They are well known for their very favorable meat and ability to put up a fight. This trout makes fishing fun for not only sport but also a very good fish to eat.
Because of its popularity the Rainbow Trout has been introduced to many locations within the United States. They are farmed throughout the world. These hatcheries have exploded in number since the 1950s. Chile produces the most rainbow trout out of all the countries.
Although it normally does better in cold weather conditions they can be found in some areas of the southern states where it can get very hot. Once the rainbow trout has gotten large enough it moves to lakes to gain more size so it can return to breed.
Rainbow trout can be caught with minnows, worms and lures. They happen to be the most popular species of fly fishermen. They can be caught with spinners, crank baits, and spoons. Rainbow trout tend to eat anything they can get to.
There is a salt water version of the rainbow trout that is named the steelhead trout. However, even though they are in different environments the fishing for them is much the same. They do not tend to fall for the fly fishing variations as much as their counterparts.
Being that fishing for rainbow trout is done during the colder weather you need to make sure you have the proper supplies. Make sure you bring plenty of clothes for layers and measures to maintain heat. An extra change of clothing is always advisable in case you get wet.
Salmon Fishing for beginners
August 11, 2011 by Daniel Ambrose · Leave a Comment
Salmon Fishing for beginners
The exciting sport of salmon fishing offers even beginners an opportunity to do something that they can talk about for many years to come. It does not matter if they catch the “big one” everytime they go out, because they will still have alot of fun in being a beginner at salmon fishing.
I will take this opportunity to offer some things for you to be mindful of as a beginner salmon fisherman.
You will learn about the various species of salmon available for you to catch depending on the location you are fishing at. The salmon is different from the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific Ocean. The same can be said for various types of salmon in lakes in North America.
Many people choose to fish for salmon when they are running which is a term that refers to salmon returning to the river where they are from. Salmon always come back to where they were hatched so the fishing season to catch them will depend on where you are fishing at.
The most common salmon that our fished for are the King Salmon. They are also known as the black mouth and can average weighing between 25 to 60 pounds. The largest king salmon ever caught was in Alaska weighing 96 pounds.
Some will do fly fishing, while others would rather do bait fishing.
Fly fishing requires a 12-16 ft. graphite or fiberglass rod, fly reel and line. Bait fishing requires a 10 ft. spinning rod and bait caster reel with up to 20 lb. test line. This will need to be heavier if you are fishing for Chinnook.
For bait you will use various things including worms, plugs, flies and lures for fresh water salmon. For salt water salmon you can use lures, flies, crustaceans and streamers.
This is a few things to keep in mind if you are a beginner salmon fishermen. It is a great sport and one you are sure to get hooked on!
Big Game Fishing – What You Need to Know
November 17, 2009 by Daniel Ambrose · Leave a Comment
Fishing is a favorite past time among older men. According to them, fishing provides peace and serenity. It takes their burden away and definitely eases the pressure this changing world offers to our everyday life. For those that are more adventurous and require extreme diversion, big game fishing is their preferred fly fishing technique.
Big game fishing is a type of fly fishing that aims to catch fishes of huge proportions such as tunas and blue marlins. This kind of fly fishing hobby is more like a sport since the effort of actually catching a single fish requires strength and agility.
This type of game fishing is usually done near ports and temperate coasts. Since big fishes are their target, the usual spot for fishing are located in deep coastal areas. As the location pertains, the boat should be seaworthiness. This means that the boat should be sufficient enough to carry several pieces of a four to five-footer fish. Normally boats required should be trailer able eighteen-foot minimum to about a hundred feet to be able to transport fishes to and from the fishing grounds.
There are two bait techniques effective for big game fishing. First is trolling. Trolling is putting bait behind the boat. Bait normally used is squid that are lined up in several rows. Another bait technique is known as chumming or chunking. This technique requires fishermen to throw several pieces of bait fish overboard. Consistent throwing or presentation of bait fish usually attracts large game fishes.