Much can be said in favor of small waters. When time or
resources are limited, little ponds and lakes offer much
pleasure and great fishing opportunities. Small waters are
good places to teach children and other beginners the
basics of fishing. Experienced anglers can hone their own
skills in casting or presenting lures. But there are some
differences, and anglers seeking quality fish should learn
to tailor their approaches to small waters. One of the
first rules for small waters is to remember that fish are
in that water 24 hours a day, and any disturbance will be
noticed immediately. If you make a lot of noise and
commotion as you approach the area, you'll get few bites.
By using a little caution, you can have a great day, and
maybe even catch some really good fish. Another important
factor to remember when dealing with small bodies of water
is that any unusual activity will be noticed quickly by ALL
the fish in the area. You'll be fishing a pond, and you'll
catch two to three fish very quickly--then the action stops
suddenly. What happens is that the disturbance of those
bass being caught and landed alerts the others to danger.
During the heat of a mid summer day, for example, Bass will
usually be in or near cover in the deepest parts of the
pond. Early mornings may find them roaming the shallows in
search of food. We often approach small lakes and ponds
quietly and carefully, trying to keep our shadows off the
water. We also often tend to fish these waters alittle to
quickly, always wanting to move along alittle to fast.
Always approach quietly and use a series of fan casts,
before moving on. Light line, little lures, will be your
ticket, to catching a big-ole bass.
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