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Bass Fishing From the Dock
from: Maxx Sports GuidesIf you prefer fishing the old fashioned way from the dock or pier, you can still catch some good quality bass fish. In fact, bass love to lurk in the heavily weedy areas around docks and piers. You might also discover them in the shallower areas in the cooler months and in deeper waters in the warm months.
You'll be able to use different lures depending on the waters around the dock. Sometimes the water will be weedy and at other times it could be clear.
Tube lures: These are good for areas that are heavily weeded. The Texas rig or Carolina rig are the most popular. These tubes rely on smell and make use of a shiny glass bead that will attract the bass, even in heavily vegetated areas with little light.
Weedless lures are useful to prevent the lure from getting entangled in the vegetation and can be used with different weights to penetrate different depths of water.
Top lures can also be used in these areas. You'll have some fun and while enjoying the challenge of this type of fishing, even from shore. You can enjoy this type of fishing in the cool season as well.
Safety first: When fishing from the dock it's a good idea to always remember that the docks can be slippery, so make sure you wear non-slip footwear and tread carefully. You must also be careful of ropes and loose boards on the dock or pier. It's also wise to wear a life vest when near deepwater and consider carrying your cell phone and letting others know where you're going.
Portable Tackle: When fishing from the shore, make sure your tackle is carried easily. Carry a lightweight tackle box and try not to take unnecessary tackle.
Early evening and early morning are good times to fish for the bass as this is their feeding time.
It's surprising how successful you can be when you fish from the shore. Bass can be found in many places since they're diverse eaters. So choose lures that resemble the type of foods the bass fish will find in these waters. This ensure your success, as bass are very cunning and the more natural your lures appear, the easier it will be to catch them.
So, have fun fishing the old fashioned way from the pier or dock, but with one important difference. Now you can take advantage of superior equipment and knowledge to catch those wily bass.
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