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Night Fly Fishing Tips
By A Fisher
Fly fishing at night requires a high level of skill by the fisherman. Sometimes, however, you can't go fishing during the day, so your only option is to get that fishing fix at night. Night fly fishing can be a bit more hazardous than during the day, so some precautions are necessary. The following tips should help you have a safe and enjoyable night fly fishing experience.
During the day, it's easier to see where you're casting, and what is in front and to the side of you. The water is easy to observe to see its behavior, to give you clues as to where the fish might be, as well as helping you locate bushes and logs. At night, however, it's a little bit more of a challenge. Fly fishing at night is not something recommended for the beginning fly fisherman.
Here are some tips you should practice if you're absolutely dead set on this at night. First, fish at night only in areas with which you are familiar. Use fishing spots that you regularly frequent so you have an idea of how the water behaves and the general layout.
Second, at night it's wise to go with a companion. Doing this alone in the dark is somewhat dangerous, and if you get hurt or lost, and you're by yourself, you can be in a bit of trouble. If you get hurt, your companion can help you get back to a safe place for treatment. If you get lost, well misery loves company, doesn't it?
Third, don't have the same expectations for catching fish in the night as you do during the day. Fish feeding patterns are simply not the same as they are during the day, so you should be prepared for it.
Fourth, bring a flashlight, with backup batteries. Just to be extra safe.
Fifth, be prepared to make more casts than usual. You're going to need to have more patience if you're fly fishing at night, as well as more arm endurance.
In the end, doing this at night is not the best option, but it's hard to deny a hard-core fly fisherman an opportunity to go fishing. Just follow the advice given in this article, and you should be okay.
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