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Perfect Fishing Trip

Story Published on December 20, 2008 ⋅  Email this Story ⋅  Print this Story ⋅ Post a comment ⋅

One of the very first things you must figure out while planning your trip would be your prerogatives. You must be more detailed with yourself than just saying you want to fish. This may mean several different things to everyone embarking on the trip.

One person might be happy with catching 20 fish per day, while another might be expecting 30 fish per hour. So, you need to decide this up front.

Let’s take a look at some of the most important things to consider when deciding where to go on your fishing trip.

What fish do you want to catch?

To some this question may be a little barefaced, it is something that does need to be decided. One person may want to fish for walleye and northern pike, while others may prefer bass. Many northern lakes are too cold for bass, so the bass fisherman in the group may be sorely let down if this was the location you chose.

Is your aim for tons of action, or even trophy fish?

Some trollers simply take pleasure in grabbing lots of fish with the hope of acquiring a few big ones. Other fishers give up grabbing a huge quantity of fish for a catch of the largest fish they can find. You have to settle on which is more significant to your fishing group… heaps of fish which are not big or lesser number but a good opportunity of a big one.

It should be noted that there are many places where you can do both… catch lots of fish and get some big ones. But, these tend to be at the more remote and pricey lodges and are not always feasible for many fishing groups.

Mode of Trapping Your fish?

Do you like to troll? Or drift? Fish in streams? Deep water fish?

There have been people who have trolled in 60 foot waters thinking the fish were near the surface. There is not a great chance to catch fish this way at all. Be sure to know what your group’s preferences are and if the lake can provide it.

Amount you are ready to spend for the fishing trip?

The price you’re willing to pay will have a great impact on the type of fishing trip you’ll have.

How much can you really spend? Can you be comfortable in a tent or a shack if the lake has amazing fishing?

Or would you prefer staying at a more upscale fishing lodge?

Do you prefer to cook yourself, or have someone do it for you?

And what about shower facilities? Are you willing to use a community shower or do you want a private shower and bath in your own cabin. Gentlemen, if you’re taking your spouse on this trip, make absolutely sure you consider this one! If you don’t, it could spoil an otherwise great trip.

Other things to consider would be how long your trip will be and the kinds of fish you want to hunt. A trip at a fishing lodge with bass and pan fish will be far more affordable than a vacation in Alaska or Canada for arctic char.

So, if you really want a great fishing trip, start by planning just exactly what you want out of the trip and how much you are willing to spend. Do it right and you can have the fishing trip of a lifetime.

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