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# Fishing Cheatsheet ## Equipment - Fishing rod and reel - Fishing line (monofilament, braided, or fluorocarbon) - Hooks (various sizes and styles) - Sinkers or weights - Bobbers or floats - Lures or bait (artificial or live) - Pliers or forceps - Net or gaff - Fishing license (required in many areas) ## Techniques - Casting: using a fishing rod and reel to cast the line and bait or lure into the water - Retrieving: reeling in the line to move the bait or lure through the water and attract fish - Setting the hook: pulling the rod to set the hook in the fish's mouth when it bites - Playing the fish: using the rod and reel to tire out the fish and bring it closer to shore or the boat - Landing the fish: using a net or gaff to safely bring the fish out of the water ## Types of Fishing - Freshwater fishing: fishing in lakes, rivers, and streams for species such as bass, trout, and catfish - Saltwater fishing: fishing in oceans, bays, and estuaries for species such as tuna, salmon, and marlin - Fly fishing: using a specialized rod and reel to cast a lightweight fly and lure fish such as trout and salmon - Ice fishing: fishing through a hole in the ice for species such as walleye and perch - Shore fishing: fishing from the shore or a pier for a variety of species ## Knots - Improved Clinch Knot: used to tie the fishing line to the hook or lure - Palomar Knot: used to tie the fishing line to the hook or lure - Blood Knot: used to join two pieces of fishing line together - Uni Knot: used to tie the fishing line to the reel or to join two pieces of fishing line together ## Safety - Wear a life jacket when fishing from a boat or in deep water - Use caution when handling hooks and fish to avoid injury - Be aware of weather conditions and potential hazards such as strong currents or slippery rocks ## Resources - [Take Me Fishing](https://www.takemefishing.org/) - a website with information on fishing regulations, locations, and techniques - [Fishing Knots](https://www.netknots.com/fishing_knots/) - a collection of fishing knot tutorials - [Fishing YouTube Channels](https://www.fieldandstream.com/story/fishing/10-best-fishing-youtube-channels/) - a list of popular fishing channels on YouTube