Top 10 Fishing AC Content of 2006

(1) http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/42117/gulp_bait_artifical_bait_vs_real_which.html

The argument in this article was whether or not Gulp artificial bait could out-fish real cut bait. The two testing fishermen gathered their rods and tackle and headed onto a Florida pier. Both men used similar rods, reels, line, and rigs. One man baited his hook with real cut bait. The other man put a same size piece of Berkeley Gulp artificial bait on his hook. The results were that Gulp bait caught more fish than the real cut bait.

Gulp baits are great to use whether you're on the pier or on a boat. Gulp baits are natural looking and carry a strong fishy smell that attracts predators - such as the ones in the article. You should read this review and try Gulp baits for yourself. You may just forget about using real cut bait from now on.

(2) http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/106720/fishing_tips_for_dyi_vacationers.html

A lot of people want to try their luck at saltwater fishing. If you think you have sea legs and can handle being on the ocean, then by all means, rent a boat or hop on a chartered boat before you go out and buy your own saltwater vessel.

This article informs vacationers and first-timers the basics of saltwater fishing. You learn which knots and rigs to use, because you know, knots and rigs are much different for ocean fish than lake, river, surf, and pier fishing. Go ahead and take your little spinner spooled with 10lb test line and rigged with a simple bottom rig tied on using a fisherman's knot - a 50lb fish will make you wish you had of read this article! There are detailed descriptions of what lb test line to use, how to tie the knots, and includes links to further information from Florida Sportsman and Saltwater Sportsman Magazines.

(3) http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/29719/mules_of_the_deep_fishing_florida_grouper.html

This article does an excellent job of explaining how to catch Grouper in the Florida Gulf. If you want to catch a fish that has nice action and tastes yummy, then go after Grouper, but not before reading this article! Learn the types of Grouper out there, Florida regulations, where Grouper reside, and what rods, tackle, and bait to use.

I learned a lot from this article and the tips presented helped me land many nice Grouper!

(4) http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/56640/what_everyone_should_know_about_fishing.html

Walk into any tackle store or even down the fishing aisles of Walmart or Bass Pro Shops and you will be bombarded by all the different fishing lines available. Do you even know the difference between some of them? This article gives you full insight into the various fishing lines. Trilene, Stren, Momoi, and Ande are a few of the lines that the author describes. Furthermore, he explains braided lines, monofilament, fluorocarbons, as well as talking about the different colors available. Whether you are looking line for lake fishing or line to use for deep sea fishing, the information in this article will help you decide what type you will need. This article does a great job breaking down the categories of line and explaining what each is best used for.

(5) http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/49870/how_to_make_homemade_fish_bait.html

For people on a budget or just looking to make their own fish bait, this article provides great tips and recipes. The author describes doughballs for lake fish, livers for stinkier baits, and leftover shrimp from dinner. This article lets us see that you don't have to go out and buy expensive baits, we can make our own with foods lying around our house and cluttering our refrigerators!

(6) http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/31692/the_lifeboat_scenario_what_would_you.html

This article was extremely educational and an eye-opener. The content of this article should be read by all offshore anglers and anyone owning a boat. Ask yourself the questions: Do I know how to survive being in a lifeboat? If your boat sank or flipped over and all you had available was your lifeboat, could you survive?

After reading this article you will be more aware of situations arising from being in a lifeboat and better yet, how to remain alive until you are rescued.

(7) http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/106309/try_dill_cobia_after_your_next_successful.html

YUM! This is the best way I know how to describe this recipe! Cobia is a pretty prevalent fish species in North Carolina and Florida. After catching a nice-size Cobia, bring it home for dinner instead of throwing it back. Try this delicious recipe. The Cobia fillets are cooked in a skillet with the author's listed ingredients, then coated with the author's special sauce. It may seem like a lot when you are reading, but it is quite simple. The end product is to die for!

(8) http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/27039/fishing_with_straws_get_ready_to_catch.html

When I left North Carolina, McDonalds straw rigs were just beginning to get hot. When I arrived in Florida the straw rigs were what everyone was using for catching Spanish and Bonito. The article describes the straws, how they're made, and how to use them. It is a very helpful article for those anglers who are looking for a new addition to their tackle boxes. This is a one-stop shop for learning everything about straw rigs.

(9) http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/1698/but_wait_is_that_fish_safe_to_eat.html

Before you throw that fish into your cooler for dinner, read this article. In recent years, mercury levels in fish has risen and studies show that can be dangerous if consumed in large quantities. This article explains the problem and informs readers which fish to look out for. It contains very important information and facts.

(10) http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/106434/why_you_should_look_at_the_moon_before.html

Wondering why those fish aren't biting like usual? It could be due to the moon! You heard me right. Read this article and get some inside scoops on how the moon affects fishing.