Fishing from the bank or shore of a lake, pond or river
Author: Robert W. Benjamin
Shore (bank) fishing is an exciting form of recreational fishing where the primary reward is the challenge catching
non-common species. Some lakes, rivers and ponds are particularly attractive, such as the Red Lake Rivers running between
Minnesota and North Dakota, and encompassing more than 70 species of native fish, including a world-class channel cat
fish.
There are many other Shore (bank) fishing locations, in which the methods of fishing vary according to different factors,
including the area where shore fishing is practiced, the targeted specials, along with personal strategies of the
participants and the resources available in each place. Shore (bank) fishing allows a diversity of techniques, from the
art of fly-fishing to the high-tech methods used to get catches such as tuna and marlin. Experts recommend hook, rod and
reel for fishing rather than using nets or any other fishing aids.
Fishing from the shore is an ideal adventure for both expert fishers and novice anglers, who fish from the shoreline banks
of ponds, rivers, lakes and streams, but also on the Gulf, Atlantic, and Pacific and Gulf coasts. In the United States,
there are countless opportunities for shore bank fishing, including man-made structures especially intended for the
practice of this sport, including bridges, walkways, piers and jetties.
Inland or coastal fishing offers the benefit of natural surroundings for the personal enjoyment or family entertainment.
Kayaking, canoeing, biking and other activities are usually available near the shore, including lodging facilities for
families and groups, as well as boat renting for the serious fisherman.
Each of the different locations has their own trophies. Atlantic shores are the destination for fresh water fish,
including salmon considered the king of kings of all the catches, while the lake trout is the favorite of those who
prefer inland shore (bank) fishing, particular boat fishing to enter the middle of lakes. Fishing from the shore is
exciting for new anglers, but some species of fish cannot be caught along the shore.
There is a large array of fish available to people fishing on the shore, but free-swimming ocean fish are not found
close to shore, particularly trout, they are usually found in cool, clear streams and lakes. However, Shore (bank)
fishing offers stream trout and other species such as northern pike, sunfish, and bass, catfish, carp, perch, walleye
and suckers.
There is a website that describes boat fishing, ice fishing, and has info on numerous freshwater fish, baits, and lures,
plus other great freshwater fishing tips. The website is called: Fishing Stringer, and may be found at this address:
http://www.fishingstringer.com
Robert W. Benjamin has been in the software business on the internet for over 5 years, and has been producing low-cost
software for the past 25+ years. He first released software on the AMIGA and C64 computer systems in the late
1970's-80's.
http://www.rb59.com/software