NATIONAL GO FISHING DAY
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NATIONAL GO FISHING DAY
National Go Fishing Day on June 18 encourages us to drop a line - in the nearest stream, pond, lake, or river. It's' time to take a break from our daily routine, bait a hook and catch some fish while enjoying the outdoors on your relaxing endeavor.
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The act of fishing has been around for thousands of years. In fact, archeologists have found evidence of it dating back to the Upper Paleolithic period about 40,000 years ago. As part of human culture and survival, fishing has always been a consistent way to feed our families while enjoying a relaxing pastime.
During the 16th and 17th centuries, recreational fishing began to gain popularity. In 1653, Izaak Walton published a book titled, The Compleat Angler or Contemplative Man’s Recreation. Walton’s book is the definitive work championing the position of the angler who loves fishing just for the sake of it.
Fishing has evolved over the years, including conventions, rules, licensing restrictions, and laws that limit the way in which fish may be caught. A rod, reel, line, and hooks with any one of the different forms of bait or lures, are the most common form of recreational fishing.
The practice of catching (or attempting to catch) fish with a hook is known as angling. Catch and release (returning the fish to the water to continue its life) is often the expectation or requirement by law. For others, this is a preferred form of fishing.
5 Fishing Methods
Bait fishing requires a piece of bait (worm) put on the end of the hook, thrown into the water, waiting for a fish to bite, then reeling in the line with the caught fish attached to the hook.
Fly-fishing uses an ultra-lightweight lure, or fly, that looks similar to a small invertebrate or insect, to catch a fish using a specific technique to attract the fish.
Bait casting is a method of fishing that uses a baitcasting reel that has a rotating spool with specific thumb control. Bait casting is often for the more experienced anglers who like to fish for heavier fish.
Spin fishing happens when you attach a lure to the end of the fishing line, cast it into the water, then reel it it. The repetition is used to entice fish to bite.
Troll fishing is when the angler drags their fishing line in the water while in a boat. This type of fishing is specifically used to hopefully attract several fish for catching.
Hobbyists with knowledge of habitat, foraging behavior, and migration hone their fishing techniques for a successful fishing adventure. Some fishermen continue to follow fishing folklore by claiming the sun and the moon influence fish feeding patterns.
The earliest known English essay on recreational fishing was published in 1496.
HOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL GO FISHING DAY
Grab your rod and reel, some bait, and go fishing! Whether it's your favorite river or lake, or out on the ocean, from the shore or from a watercraft, drop a line in the water and see what you can catch. Bring a friend or teach someone else how to reel them in.
Share your whopper using #NationalGoFishingDay on social media. Don't forget to share it with your co-workers stuck back at the office.