Monday, September 8, 2014

The Ultimate Experience Of Fishing In The Bahamas

By Kerri Stout


For whatever purpose, age or condition, fishing is a great past time activity for everyone. However, if it is Bahamas, then it becomes the perfect experience. Fishing in the Bahamas is the most famous water sport on the world. It accommodates everyone from first timers to experts.

Crossing from Florida, you may use your own boat to fish on the Bahamas. Alternatively, you may opt to hire the services of an angling guide and a charter boat. Going out to the open waters of the deep sea will require you to have a big boat at least 35 to 40 feet to accommodate all your gear and probably a shark. There are various ways to fish in the Bahamas.

Bahamas and bone fishing are synonymous. This type of fish is known for its breathtaking speed which is definitely a challenge in catching it. The speed of these fish comes from its forked tail which is an immense advantage for hunting. They often move about in schools however, only one is to be caught at a particular time. In addition, catch and release method is employed to aid in conservancy. The best bait to use is a live shrimp.

It is not easy to fish at the reefs or bottom fishing as often known. There are breathtaking reefs in Bahamas including the third largest barrier reef in the world. To fish in the reefs, position the boat in such a way that it is in front or along the sides of the reef. Depending on what you prefer, you may choose to anchor or may be drift the boat.

Drifting ensures that you are able to cover the entire reef. If you choose to anchor, fish on the bottom not over the reef. The equipment to use should be capable of catching fish in the reefs, the rod should be strong. Do not try this alone if you are a beginner, it can be very risky.

Fishing in deep sea involves catching fish that inhabit the ocean depths beyond areas that receive sunlight. It takes place further into the open waters away from land and usually at least 30 meters deep. The fish that resides in these areas are not the ordinary fish found in shallow water. This is where the big game prefer to live, it has no sunlight and is full of other numerous challenges. Only the strongest and mightiest such as the sharks, marlin and tuna can survive here.

Such fish are never found anywhere close to the shoreline. Mackerel provides the best bait for these big game. In addition, it becomes difficult to catch them because of the resistance they can put in. They are known wrestlers and never go down without a good fight. For example, the Bluefin tunas are known to struggle for several hours. When they are tired, they struggle less and can then be reeled in.

When going to catch fish, remember conservation comes first then fun second place. For instance, sharks are quite the experience to catch but since they reproduce very slowly, catch and release method will best suit them. The sharks can bite, so it is crucial you are completely cautious. Probably an experienced guide would help you out. Remember not to catch the dolphins, it is illegal.




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