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Recreational Fishing Terms
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Waders
A waterproof boot extending to the chest, used by anglers when fishing.
Habitat
The natural environment in which a particular species of fish lives.
Kayak Fishing
The method of fishing from a kayak.
Chumming
Throwing bait into the water to attract fish
Drag
A mechanical function of the fishing reel that allows the line to be pulled out under tension.
Jigging
A fishing technique where a jig is moved up and down in the water column.
Monofilament
A type of fishing line made from a single fiber of plastic.
Spinning Rod
A type of fishing rod designed for use with a spinning reel.
Tackle Box
A box or bag used by anglers to hold fishing equipment and accessories.
Angler
A person who fishes with a rod and line.
Catch and Release
A practice of catching fish and then releasing them back into the water.
Lure
An artificial fishing bait designed to attract a fish's attention.
Reel
A mechanical device attached to a fishing rod, used in winding and stowing line.
Dapping
A fly fishing technique where a fly is repeatedly bounced on and off the water surface.
Fishfinder
An electronic device used to locate fish underwater by detecting reflected pulses of sound energy.
Knot
The specific ways to tie line or rope in angling.
Plug
A type of fishing lure traditionally made of wood or plastic.
Backcast
The part of the casting motion in fly fishing where the rod is moved backward.
Gaff
A pole with a sharp hook on the end used to stab and lift a large fish out of the water.
Netting
Using a net to capture fish.
Outriggers
Poles that extend from the sides of a fishing boat to spread fishing lines more widely.
Barbless Hook
A fishhook without a barb, making it easier to remove from the fish's mouth.
Ice Fishing
The practice of catching fish through an opening in the ice on a frozen body of water.
Baitcasting
A fishing technique that involves a reel with a revolving spool and is mounted above the casting rod.
Leader
A short length of material tied between the mainline and the lure or hook.
Bite Indicator
A visual or audible signal to the angler that a fish is biting the bait.
Filleting
Cutting the bones out of fish to prepare it for cooking.
Sinkers
Weights used in fishing to sink the bait or lure to the desired depth.
Trolling
A fishing technique where one or more fishing lines, baited with lures or bait fish, are drawn through the water.
Swivel
A small device that prevents the fishing line from twisting.
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