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Almost everyone who sees us carp fishing asks us why we do
it. They usually say something like "but you can't eat them!"
Well, that's not exactly true. Some people do as you can see at Carp Net.
We don't eat them, but, then, we don't eat any of the fish we catch. We're
heavily into "catch & release." So, if you want to catch
some really big fish that can be tricky to catch and don't care to eat
your catch, then you might want to try carp fishing.
There are several advantages to carp fishing. First, you
can do it anytime of the year. Second, they seem to prefer corn bait, a
very clean way to fish. Third, carp live almost everywhere in fresh water.
And, last but not least, they get really big. Catching a carp is not as
easy as it might sound. They are sneaky when they bite, and when you do
hook a big one, watch out! This could be the battle of your life.
You don't need any special equipment, just a sturdy pole
and some corn bait. A net may come in handy, too. Of course, don't forget
a comfortable chair because you can do this type of fishing while just
relaxing on the bank. One thing you do need to remember is that you should
not leave your pole unattended. You may never see it again! You may fish
with or without a cork depending on the conditions and your own
preferences. When it's windy, it's hard to see the cork move in the unique
way it does when a carp bits.
Actually, carps suck. They kind of taste the bait and
nibble around the hook. They are smart guys. When a carp is paying
attention to your bait, there is a subtle little movement of the cork.
This is when it gets tricky. If you try to hook the carp too soon, he's
out of there. It takes patience and good timing (and, of course, a little
luck, too).
So, go out there and give it a try. You might find that
carp fishing is just your thing. We still fish for other species, but carp
fishing is a great backup when nothing else will bite.
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