{"id":2180,"date":"2020-11-04T17:12:57","date_gmt":"2020-11-05T00:12:57","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/richardcolby.net\/adventures\/?p=2180"},"modified":"2020-11-09T17:40:44","modified_gmt":"2020-11-10T00:40:44","slug":"how-to-find-fishing-spots-in-a-new-area","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/richardcolby.net\/adventures\/2020\/11\/04\/how-to-find-fishing-spots-in-a-new-area\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Find Fishing Spots in a New Area:"},"content":{"rendered":"

Have you ever been on a trip, be it with your family or significant other, and you wanted to wet some lines in a new or exotic area, but didn\u2019t know where to begin?\u00a0 Well then this is the article for you!\u00a0 Here are 5 helpful tips for any angler looking to get started in an unfamiliar location.<\/p>\n

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  1. The Worldwide Web:<\/strong> The easiest way to gain fishing information is with a quick Google search.\u00a0 While you may not stumble upon any super secret locations, this can be a great place to gain general knowledge about locations as well as flies and tackle.\u00a0 Specifically look for recent blog posts or regularly updated local fishing reports.\u00a0 Try to avoid any information that dates back more than a few years as conditions are constantly changing.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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    1. Ask a Local:<\/strong> If you have the time, it is always a good idea to consult a local fly or tackle shop before heading out into unfamiliar waters.\u00a0 Employees of these shops can be a wealth of information regarding local conditions and methods.\u00a0 The shop may even offer guided trips if that is something you are interested in.\u00a0 This is also a great one-stop option if you will be needing to purchase tackle or any licenses for the area.\u00a0 One important thing to remember is that no one wants to give up their favorite fishing hole, or their second favorite\u2026 but if you are friendly and make a purchase in the shop to support the business, they may just give up their third favorite.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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      1. Google Earth:<\/strong> The creation of google earth has been a game changer in the fishing world ever since its creation.\u00a0 With this tool it is possible to see clear images of coastlines, structure, and even slightly submerged objects.\u00a0 Additionally, google earth can provide clear visuals on drop-offs and gradual changes in depth.\u00a0 While this tool is definitely more helpful for saltwater and lake fishing, this can also be a key tool for scouting out areas of good structure along river systems. \u00a0Google earth also gives users the ability to mark and save a location for future reference. \u00a0If you don\u2019t already know what you are looking for the google earth option can be a bit confusing; however, if you already have a baseline knowledge of an area this can be a game changer for finding spots.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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        1. Nautical Maps and Charts: <\/strong>If you find yourself unable to use the internet, there is always the old fashioned way.\u00a0 This option relates mostly to marine or inshore fishing; however, this can also be a useful tool in larger lakes.\u00a0 Nautical charts provide accurate coastline and depth data.\u00a0 Similar to the google earth option, if you already have a baseline knowledge of methods and tackle for the area, this can be an incredibly helpful tool.\u00a0 Most nautical charts will also identify reefs, semi-submerged rocks, and shipwrecks which are all great holding areas for many fish species.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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          1. Explore: <\/strong>At the end of the day there is no better way to learn how to fish a new area than simply going out and fishing.\u00a0 Anglers can be very secretive, and no one wants to expose their honey hole.\u00a0 Though all of the options on this list are helpful tools, it takes time and practice to find the best areas and most effective methods.\u00a0 That being said, you never know when you might stumble upon your own secret spot.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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