Common fishing gear, knot types, and freshwater fish identification for beginner anglers.
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- What is the main purpose of a fishing rod?
- To cast a line and hook into the water and control the catch
- What does the reel on a fishing rod do?
- Stores and releases fishing line and helps you reel in the catch
- What is monofilament fishing line?
- A single strand of synthetic material, versatile and affordable
- What is braided fishing line?
- Multiple strands woven together, stronger and more sensitive than monofilament
- What is fluorocarbon fishing line?
- A line that is nearly invisible underwater and sinks quickly
- What is a fishing hook measured by?
- Size, from large numbers (small hooks) to small numbers and aught sizes (large hooks)
- What is a circle hook?
- A hook with a curved shape that tends to hook itself in the corner of a fish's mouth
- What is a jig head?
- A hook with a weighted head used to sink lures and baits
- What is a lure?
- An artificial bait made to resemble fish or other prey to attract fish
- What does a spinner lure have?
- A metal blade that rotates as it moves through the water
- What is a crankbait?
- A lure with a diving lip that makes it swim at a certain depth when retrieved
- What is the Improved Clinch Knot used for?
- Tying a hook or lure to the end of a fishing line
- What is a Palomar Knot?
- A simple and strong knot for attaching hooks and lures to fishing line
- What is an Arbor Knot used for?
- Attaching the fishing line to the reel spool
- What is a Surgeon's Knot used for?
- Joining two fishing lines of similar thickness together