Fishing and Angling Dictionary
Glossary of Fishing Related Words and Terms A – Z of Fishing Words A reference page containing an alphabetical list
Read moreGlossary of Fishing Related Words and Terms A – Z of Fishing Words A reference page containing an alphabetical list
Read moreBloodworm The Bloodworm is a small, (approx half inch – 20mm) bright red, segmented midge larvae found in the silt
Read moreMaple Peas Along with Hemp seed, Maple Peas were one of the earlier particles baits used in fishing as a
Read moreTares Tares are brown in colour, the size of a pea and used along with hemp are a great bait
Read moreHemp Hemp or hemp seed is a small black seed of about 2 or 3mm in diameter and classed as
Read moreThe information on preparing and cooking particle baits on this page is only a rough guide and should only be
Read moreSweetcorn Sweetcorn can be used straight from the tin, BUT, if you do take a tin with you on your
Read moreCheese Two advantages of using cheese as a fishing bait are 1. It’s easily obtainable (just buy some when you
Read moreLuncheon Meat / Spam Luncheon meat has been used as a fishing bait for many years and is a fantastic
Read moreBelow you will read how I make and use paste baits for fishing. Also you will see recipes I use
Read moreBread: One of the oldest fishing baits used in angling. One of the cheapest fishing baits as well. Bread is
Read moreWorms Worms used as fishing bait include Lobworms, Redworms, Brandlings, Dendrobenas The worm is one of the traditional baits that
Read moreThe Caster The Caster is the pupae of the blue bottle fly (Calliphora vomitoria) (also known as the blow-fly). It
Read moreThe Gozzer Maggot The Gozzer Maggot is the home bred maggot. This is a super soft pure white maggot and
Read moreThe Squat The Squat is the larvae of the little house fly (Fannia canicularis) smaller than the common house fly
Read moreThe Pinkie The Pinkie is the pupae of the small green bottle (Lucilia sericata) also a species of blow-fly, it
Read moreThe Maggot The maggot must be the most popular bait used by anglers. The most common colours used are white,
Read moreChodding a brilliant rig for Carp and Specimen Fishing. There has been many articles written about the Chod rig and
Read moreSpodding for Carp and Specimen Fish. There has been many articles written about spodding so here I will just give
Read moreWhat is a pellet waggler ? A pellet waggler is a short, thick float, used by anglers when fishing for
Read moreWhat is Legering? Legering is basically a method anglers use in fishing a static bait on the bottom of a
Read moreHow to fit a pole with elastic The easiest way to get a pole elasticated is to take it to
Read moreWhat is the drag on a fishing reel ? The drag on a reel acts like a clutch and is
Read moreHistory of Split Shot Apparently, lead shot was invented and patented in 1782 by a man called William Watts from
Read moreWhat is a fishing float? I think everyone knows what a fishing float is but just in case I’m wrong
Read moreA basic guide to fishing hooks and what baits you can use on the size of hook you will be
Read moreWhat is a Fishing Line? A fishing line is a cord used in angling to aid in the capture of
Read moreWhat is a Fishing Reel? A fishing reel is a device mounted on the butt (handle) of a fishing rod
Read moreHistory of the Fishing Rod Fishing rods were originally made from yew and green hart and later from split cane
Read moreWhat is a fishing bait? Fishing bait is a man made or natural food eaten by fish that anglers use
Read moreLearn how to tie Fishing Knots? . There are many types of fishing knots and each one is used for
Read moreWhat is Drop Shot Fishing Drop shot fishing, drop shotting, down shot fishing, whatever you prefer to call it, is
Read moreFishing Tackle Also known as fishing gear and fishing equipment. What is fishing tackle? In general terms fishing tackle is
Read moreFrom its inescapable smell to its beguiling allure, Rob Beattie explains everything that no one bothers to tell you before
Read moreA guide to coarse fishing for the absolute beginner. Welcome to Angling, On the following pages you will find information
Read moreAdvice and Tips for Fishing with Kids Thinking of taking your children fishing? This is a great way for families
Read moreThe popularity of carp has resulted in numerous commercial fisheries specialising in huge fish and offering angling holidays for with
Read moreThis fishing holidays and accommodation page is especially for anglers with disabilities (whether you are a wheelchair user or have
Read moreCosts vary between different parks, lakes and locations, but you can expect daily rates to be anywhere from $120 –
Read moreAll the fishing parks have gillies to assist you throughout the day. All gillies are local lads with coarse fishing
Read moreVietnam’s temperature averages in the high 25ºs, April to August being the hottest month with daily averages of 35º and
Read moreBack your home, your freshwater species are generally targeted with live baits and lures. There are, however, many anglers –
Read moreMost of the fishing parks are run by government and A fishing license is not required in Vietnam ‘Coarse fishing’
Read moreUnfortunately like most people, You don’t have the time to take 4 weeks off to trek the Amazon River catching
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