Fishing is an activity of hunting fish or aquatic animals such as cool water fish,warm water fish,various types of shellfish as well as squid,octopus and turtles with a rod, line and hook.It is a popular,ancient practice involving many techniques and traditions.Also called angling,fishing originated as a means of seeking food for survival.
Fishing is a popular water-based recreational activity and is ranked among America's top ten recreational activities.Fishing boats play a vital role in fishing and provide easy access to get out onto the water.It allows the angler to cover a larger fishing area.
Fishing traces its roots back to the Mesolithic period that began about 10,000 years ago.It is the major occupation of many coastal inhabitants.The catches vary according to the season and fishing place. Basically,there are three types of fishing - beach,rock fishing,and boat fishing.
The method of fishing varies according to the region, technology available and species being fished. Fishing tackle,fishing rods,fishing reels,hooks and fishing lures are commonly used fishing equipment.Some of the traditional fishing techniques are hand fishing,spear and bow fishing,kite fishing and dynamite or blast fishing.
Pertaining to boats,one can choose from a wide range of fishing boats available in the market.The choice ranges from canoes to powerful cabin cruisers or yachts.Based on the type of fishing boat,the prices vary considerably.All-purpose fishing boats,bass boats,aluminum fishing boats,bay fishing boats,center-console fishing boats,flats boats,offshore sport fishing boats,deck fishing boats,pontoon fishing boats and outboard motors are some of the different types available.
Each boat has its own characteristics and is selected based on the purpose of fishing and where it will be used.The small,light weight bass boats are used for both recreational and tournament fishing. Center-console boats allow anglers to fish from any place on deck.For fishing in freshwater rivers,lakes and streams,freshwater fishing boats are the right choice.Offshore saltwater boats are used for saltwater fishing involving huge fish and heavy tackle.
A variety of fishing boats are exhibited in boat shows and fishing shows.Purchase options are provided at these shows that display famous fishing boat manufacturers like Albin Marine,American Boat Manufacturing, Inc.,Angler Boat Corporation,Caravelle Boats,Cobia Fishing and Sport Boats,Duckworth Boat Company, Dusky Marine Inc. and Fountain Powerboats,Godfrey Marine,Osprey Boat Company and Pro-Line Fishing Boats.
Fishing for commercial purposes has become a big business.Trawling,seining,drift netting,hand lining,ong lining,gillnetting and diving are common commercial fishing techniques.Recreational fishing is mainly for pleasure or competition and is done with a rod,line and hooks attached to any of a wide range of lures or baits.Fishing competitions are organized for fishermen to compete for prizes.Falls River Drainage,New Jersey Striper Fishing,Connecticut Striper Fishing,Conasauga River,Lake Logan Martin and Lake Amistad are some of the best fishing destinations.Fishing clubs offer countless opportunities for fishing from streams to rivers,canals and lakes.
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