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Baitcasting

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A fishing technique that involves a reel with a revolving spool and is mounted above the casting rod.

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Catch and Release

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A practice of catching fish and then releasing them back into the water.

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Jigging

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A fishing technique where a jig is moved up and down in the water column.

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Reel

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A mechanical device attached to a fishing rod, used in winding and stowing line.

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Swivel

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A small device that prevents the fishing line from twisting.

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Leader

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A short length of material tied between the mainline and the lure or hook.

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Ice Fishing

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The practice of catching fish through an opening in the ice on a frozen body of water.

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Knot

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The specific ways to tie line or rope in angling.

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Trolling

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A fishing technique where one or more fishing lines, baited with lures or bait fish, are drawn through the water.

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Dapping

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A fly fishing technique where a fly is repeatedly bounced on and off the water surface.

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Chumming

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Throwing bait into the water to attract fish

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Gaff

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A pole with a sharp hook on the end used to stab and lift a large fish out of the water.

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Drag

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A mechanical function of the fishing reel that allows the line to be pulled out under tension.

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Plug

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A type of fishing lure traditionally made of wood or plastic.

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Sinkers

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Weights used in fishing to sink the bait or lure to the desired depth.

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Backcast

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The part of the casting motion in fly fishing where the rod is moved backward.

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Kayak Fishing

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The method of fishing from a kayak.

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Habitat

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The natural environment in which a particular species of fish lives.

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Monofilament

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A type of fishing line made from a single fiber of plastic.

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Netting

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Using a net to capture fish.

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Filleting

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Cutting the bones out of fish to prepare it for cooking.

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Lure

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An artificial fishing bait designed to attract a fish's attention.

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Outriggers

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Poles that extend from the sides of a fishing boat to spread fishing lines more widely.

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Spinning Rod

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A type of fishing rod designed for use with a spinning reel.

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Angler

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A person who fishes with a rod and line.

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Fishfinder

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An electronic device used to locate fish underwater by detecting reflected pulses of sound energy.

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Tackle Box

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A box or bag used by anglers to hold fishing equipment and accessories.

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Waders

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A waterproof boot extending to the chest, used by anglers when fishing.

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Barbless Hook

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A fishhook without a barb, making it easier to remove from the fish's mouth.

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Bite Indicator

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A visual or audible signal to the angler that a fish is biting the bait.

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