3 Things You Should Know About Kayak Fishing
Kayak fishing is just as the name suggests, it is a small narrow boat used as a means of transportation to where you can easily get up close to types of fish such as Cobia and Flounder.
The kayak was originally invented by the indigenous Inuit and Anuit for transportation to hunt on inland lakes. The word Kayak originated in the 17th and 18th centuries in Greenland by the whalers and was brought to Europe to refer to any boat that used the same model as the Inuit.
Today Kayak Fishing has become a sport that is also considered the most ethical and environmentally friendly way of fishing. However, people have more questions than ever before, these are the most common questions that this article will attempt to answer.
Whether you are a person who has played the sport in the past a few times or you are considering it. You’ll get useful insights on the subject at the end, so without further ado, let’s get right into it.
What is the best kayak for me?
That is entirely up to the individual, it’s like a pair of shoes, there is no one size fits all.
There are many factors to consider such as your height, weight, the water you will be paddling in, what you plan to fish, and how much you want to store in your kayak.
The best course of action is to find out and ask experienced paddlers on one of the many websites on the subject.
Should I take a class?
Absolutely, if you’re a beginner investing in a class will be the best thing to do, in some cases it might even put you ahead of your more experienced counterparts.
One of the biggest problems for paddlers is that they are fishermen first and kayakers second, which means they have a hard time paddling properly.
A class will teach you how to self rescue and assisted rescue, surf break navigation, kayaking and fishing techniques specific to your area.
Do you roll over? What do you do if it happens?
The reason people fall is because they can’t keep their heads on the center line of the boat. Wherever your head goes, your body will follow, so keep that in mind when you go kayaking. If you fall, you need to know how to do a self-rescue, so you need to take a class and be prepared. Just be careful and you’ll be fine.
I hope this little guide has been helpful to you, there are many other things to consider in the world of Kayak Fishing but this is a starting point for your great adventure and if you follow my advice you will have incredible memories that you will treasure for the rest of your life.
Take care.