Freshwater Fishing

Cast Minnow Fishing
I have a pond in my backyard. Can I keep shad alive in it?

I have catfish,coy brem,crappie, but I know that shad gotta be the weakest fish by far. I can easily catch them in my cast nest,I try not to touch them but can never seem to keep them alive til I get home, do they need a round enclosure and running water? I know they will be eaten by the other fish,but I just want to keep them alive for a few weeks at a time,If all else fails I will just buy minnows
thanks for the answers. Look, I live in Texas and I can catch shad all year round ,they are everywhere, They are not aquarium fish, they are too weak and ugly. I have even caught what people around here call shiners,on minnows, which are like shad on steroids . that have weighed over a pound. So they don’t seem to be endangered. But I think they need somewhat of a current to stay alive, since they cruise along banks or rivers often

probably not a good idea here are a few reasons why

shad migrate and the only time they can be found in fresh water is when they are spawning (or juvenile) in streams and rivers mainly. If you add salt to your natural pond the catfish crappie brim etc will not be able to tolerate it. if you do not add salt then the shad will die.

American shad feed on plankton—mainly cope-pods, amiphipods, shrimp, and mysids. and unless you are willing to purchase these special foods then they will surely starve.

During an average life span of five years at sea, an adult American shad may travel more than 19,313 km. they spend most of their lives migrating from one warm water body to another for spawning, it is unnatural for them to swim around in circles (confined).

they live and travel in very large schools, keeping just a few will cause them to just sit on the bottom and hide.

the American shad is not yet protected, however their numbers are plummeting due to fishing and polluted waters, attempts are ongoing to raise them in hatcheries and then introduce them back into the wild.

minnows are cheap (sometimes free) they are the natural diet of many breeds of fish, are hearty, and can (and will) eat almost anything.

i say go with the minnows

good luck

Cast Minnow Fishing

Crappie Fishing In North Carolina Tips and Techniques

Whether you live in North Carolina or just visiting, if you are interested in going fishing for crappy you are in luck. You can find this species of fish just about anywhere. There are a number of different lakes you can visit scattered all over the state where you can try your hand at crappie fishing.

Crappies are divided into two varieties called black and white crappie and both have the ability to adapt to most all environments. The black crappies seem to prefer the deep waters found in some of the larger lakes and are located mostly in the northern states. The white crappie are more dominate in the southern states and can be found in mostly quite and remote places.

Techniques Used for Crappie Fishing

There are four main ways to fish for crappie that work very well. They are called drifting, casting, still-fishing and trolling. Below is a brief description of all four.

* Drifting – This technique is not only a great way to catch crappie but it is also very relaxing. All you need to do is have your equipment ready and fish while the boat is slowly drifting along with the current of the water. For the best results you need to slowly lift up the tip of the rod and then quickly drop it back, it’s a very simple technique.

* Casting – A casting rod is designed as a flexible fishing rod because it will need to bend when you will use your arm, hand and wrist to make the cast in the direction you are aiming. When done correctly the cast will land in a specific spot of your choice every time. Start by facing the target and placing your body at an angle. Hold down the release button while bringing the rod to an upright position. You will notice the rod bending from the weight and at this time flip your wrist to send the rod forward. This will cause the rod to bend in front of you and this is when you let go of the release button. It may take a little practice but with time you will cast like a professional.

* Still-fishing – This technique is very simple as it just refers to doing your fishing from a secured position. It could be a boat that is anchored in one place or it could refer to fishing from a bank, dock or fishing peer. When still-fishing you are actually waiting for the fish to come to you instead of going out searching for them. Therefore, it requires more patience than other methods.

* Trolling – Trolling is done by aligning several rods in a row and placing the same bait line and hook on each one. Make sure you check the regulations for using this technique before you do it because the laws are different in every area.

The Best Time to Go Crappie Fishing

As with most any species of fish the best time to catch crappie is when they are spawning in the spring. They tend to dwell under stumps, brush, logs and any other covering man made or natural. During the late evening and early morning you will find the crappie near the top of the water. However, as the sun comes out and starts warming things up they begin to go deeper into the water again. At night they normally go back to the deeper water but some may still feed during this time.

The best bait to use to catch these fish includes live bait, small crappie lures, crappie jigs or anything that imitate worms, minnows and insects. You will need to see how aggressive the fish are to determine how fast you can move the bait around. In other words, if they are very aggressive then you can move faster but if they seem sluggish then you need to move slower.

About the Author

Dan Eggertsen is a fishing researcher and enthusiast who is committed to providing the best crappie fishing information possible. Get more information on North Carolina crappie fishing here: http://www.askcrappiefishing.com

Should I cast a bait and bobber rig? Newbie fisherman here.?

So I have a bait n bobber rig. I have the bobber, the swivel, and the leader with the hook.

That setup is ok to cast. Just try not to cast so hard and fast that the minnow tears away from the hook.

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