Catching Big Fish in Indiana
The term big fish is relative. Many people are quite happy catching sunfish which normally weigh only a few ounces and consider a big one to be a specimen weighing a pound. Other people use fish weighing a pound as bait, hoping to catch fish weighing 20 pounds or more. In Indiana, most fishermen seldom catch a fish weighing more than 5 pounds. If you want to catch one larger than that, heres how.
Instructions
Fish Research
- 1 Obtain a copy of the Indiana Fishing Guide put out each year by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources.
2 Look at the regulations section to see what species of fish are available in Indiana.
3 Look at the listing of state record fish in the guide to learn the maximum size each species has attained in Indiana. As a general rule, catching a fish half the size of the current state record is considered to be a worthy accomplishment. The current Indiana state record chinook salmon is 38 pounds so set your sights on catching one at least 19 pounds.
Research Locations
- 4 Check which lakes, rivers or reservoirs in Indiana are home to various species of fish. Salmon are only found in Lake Michigan. Pure bred stripers and muskellunge are only stocked in a few lakes.
5 Look at the places where state record fish have been caught and also where fish winning the Indiana DNRs Fish of the Year contest were caught. Chances are good if a body of water is capable of producing a prize-winning fish, its capable of producing others nearly as large.
6 Judge the relative size of the lakes, rivers or reservoirs containing the species you would like to catch. A general rule is the larger the body of water, the larger the size of fish iat is capable of producing as well as more of them.
Fish Big
- 7 Select baits or lures larger than normally used to attract bigger-sized fish. While large fish can be caught on small lures and little fish occasionally bite large baits, selecting oversized bait or lures can eliminate catching the small fish and up your chances of connecting with a trophy specimen.
8 Employ heavier rods and reels with stronger line when after large fish. You can catch them on light equipment, but using appropriate gear for the job at hand makes sense.
9 Pay strict attention to details. Connect your hooks or lures to the line using good, strong knots. Use the freshest bait available. Use new lures with sharp hooks to gain the advantage.
10 Fish at the time of year the big ones are most available or willing to bite. For salmon on Lake Michigan, that means during the spawning run. For largemouth bass, target the spring when they are often found in shallow water.
Boats and Guides
- 11 Travel by boat to the fishing area. Big fish can be caught from the shore, but using a boat insures you can fish in the perfect spot, not just the handiest one you can get to.
12 Hire a guide to take you fishing. Local experts know tricks, tactics and locations, upping the chance you will catch the fish you are seeking.
13 Follow the recommendations of the guide about when to come, the tackle to bring and other details he explains.
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