Timing is everything

Wild hog

When the clouds are scattered, there are a lot of fishes in the sea

I always wanted to test the superstition of the time of the day when fishes bite. Fishing not only has to do with the timing of the day but also in the timing of the chum and knowing when to pull the line. Based on my experience thus far in testing this superstition, it was proven that it is correct. I have definitely noticed that when the sun the fishes usually bite more when the waters are cooler, usually it is early in the morning before 9am or from 5pm in the evening.

It is the same with hunting. The animals usually come out to feed those hours and knowing when to pull the trigger is an art. It requires stealth and patience. Some animals like the wild hog have a heightened sense of hearing and with any crack of twigs will take off with a speed and you will lose your dinner. For sure, mother nature waits on no one.

For example, when hunting deers it is important to note the weather changes as this causes deer movement. Like humans, when we see the rain clouds coming we know that it is time to cut the grass, similarly to the deers, they go crazy. The is usually a lt of deer movement right after the rain. A true hunter will know that a wet ground will provide a quieter stalking to get closer to the deer. The days in which the breeze is high the deers tend to be more spooked and increases risk of missing.

As a new angler, you may find that you have hooked many fishes but it found its way back into the water from the hook. Or, you may find that your bait has been eaten out before you even realized it. Sometimes it may just be that you have set the hook too early and you may not know what to do when the fish is running or trying to get out of the hook. Unfortunately, you may end up going home with an empty cooler or bucket. So, you come back another day to try again. This time a fish is hooked but, the rod ends up breaking into two, the line snaps and the fish escapes.

Truly, it begins when the fish gently begins tugging on the bait. It is then the excitement starts. You have to patiently wait until the fish has the bait in its mouth and begins to swim away with it, especially when you see the bobber going under the water or a thumping on the line. You need to pull it. For aggressive fishes you will have to set the hook quickly compared to fishes that take the hook lightly requiring patience.

So, timing is everything. You will need to have great timing and react to the movements. You cannot react to soon nor wait for too long either.

How has timing been for you?

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Further reading:

https://www.al.com/sports/index.ssf/2012/11/timing_a_deer_hunt_around_appr.html