When To Go Fishing
April 18, 2009 by Tim Stokes · Leave a Comment
A common question among fishermen is how do I decide when to go fishing? Some say early morning is the best time and some say early evening. Actually both times are great but let’s take a look at how to make an informative decision about when to go.
One thing to consider is when the fish are going to be feeding. Many fishermen live by the moon charts that can be found in fishing magazines. Fish and game feed in cycles that are determined by the moon’s location relative to the earth.
A moon chart shows the best time to go fishing based upon the moon’s location and your location. To read these charts you just need to find your location on the map and add or subtract minutes from the nearest bold lines that are shown. This will give you your prime fishing times as listed on the chart. These charts are usually prepared in a two to three month forecast.
As you read these charts you will see that some of the best times are going to be in the afternoon as well as morning or evening. So keep your schedule open to take advantage of some of these prime fishing times.
As for me, I don’t spend a lot of time looking at charts to determine my best time when to go fishing. A quick look at the weather the night before and I’m set. As long as a hurricane is not in the forecast I’m hitting the lake or beach for some peaceful and hopefully productive fishing.
Another thing to consider is the crowds that may have taken over your favorite fishing spot. If you have a boat or know a special secluded spot that nobody else knows about then you don’t really have to worry too much about this.
But for you bank fishermen this can be a real pain. I have found that if I want to go to a popular fishing area that it is best to go during the middle of the week. Most people are at work or have other duties that won’t allow them to get out for the day.
I have a particular place here in South Carolina on the Santee River that I like to go to but there is only enough bank space for about six people. So I like to go during the week and real early to secure my spot for the day.
I hope you have enjoyed today’s blog about when to go fishing. As you can see available time and the phases of the moon are important considerations for your fishing trip. I hope to see you on the water real soon, Tim Stokes.
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