When I first started fishing, the best fishing time for me was whatever time happened
to suit me. I tried different lures, baits and techniques until I'd spent a small fortune in
my quest to improve my fishing catch. When I finally heard about the "Solunar
Theory"--or fishing by moon phase--like most anglers, I was skeptical.
What I'd read sounded too complicated. All sorts of factors needed to be checked and
the determined angler needed to be at the water's edge at exactly the right time, TO
THE MINUTE, in order to improve on his average catch. Was I really willing to take my
hobby that seriously? Let's just say that curiosity got the better of me.
the best fishing times, I kept a record of every trip I made over a period of 18 months.
All information related to the moon's phases, the weather conditions and the catches I
made were carefully logged. What I that it isn't anywhere near as complicated as many
would have us believe.
How Does Fishing By Moon Phase Work?
Every fisherman knows that the best fishing times are when the fish are feeding. This
tends to be during dawn and dusk, but what often goes unnoticed are the two periods
elsewhere in the day--moonrise and moonset. Because the moon has an effect on a
variety of factors surrounding the fish--including the live fodder they hunt--these
periods, combined with the moon's phase, are what trigger feeding.
By understanding this, and choosing times when sunrise/sunset and
moonrise/moonset coincide with new or full moon phases, you'll increase you chance
of a good fishing catch. Assuming there are fish in the area, of course.
Choosing The Best Fishing Times
There really is nothing complicated about this at all; it's just a matter of knowing
ahead of time exactly when the sun and moon will rise and set. Fish are most active
during 90-minute windows surrounding each of these four daily events; that's 45
minutes before and after these four daily points.
Fishing during these four periods will help increase your fishing catch, but if you plan
wisely so as to ensure you're at the water's edge on the days of new or full moon, you
can use these 'windows' to reel in a catch like you've never done before. If you have
to choose between sunrise/set and moonrise/set, always go with the moon as the
moon is the stronger influence.
Hunters have always known that fish and game are most active at dawn and
dusk--sunrise and sunset--but their activity surrounding moonrise and moonset is
less noticeable because these events are likely to occur without effecting any
change in the perceived light. The rise and set of a new moon is invisible anyway, and
overcast weather often hides the moon. Without prior knowledge of setting and rising
times, two of the best fishing times will be missed every day!
Other Considerations
When planning your fishing by moon phase, there are certain other factors that
should also be considered.
Weather - Severe weather changes have an impact on the way fish feed. When a
storm's brewing, or just after one has passed, is a good time. If this happens while
you're in place, you'll be in for a treat! However, if there's a cold front approaching, the
fish are likely to move deeper into the water and become inactive.
Season - Most fish are more likely to bite willingly during seasonal transitions with the
transition from winter to spring and summer to fall being the two best fishing times.
Now that you know that moon phase fishing really works, there's no reason why you
shouldn't utilize this knowledge to increase your own fishing catch by being at the
ready with your rod during the best fishing times available. It's easy and it works!
Good luck!
About the Author
David Rose is an avid outdoorsman and the creator of QuickPhase Pro, a popular
moon phase software program. Visit http://www.moonconnection.com/quickphase/ to
discover the fun and easy way to view the phases of the moon and increase your
fishing catch. Note: This article may be reprinted on your website or in your ezine as
long as this resource box is included. Links must stay active if this article is published
in HTML format.
to suit me. I tried different lures, baits and techniques until I'd spent a small fortune in
my quest to improve my fishing catch. When I finally heard about the "Solunar
Theory"--or fishing by moon phase--like most anglers, I was skeptical.
What I'd read sounded too complicated. All sorts of factors needed to be checked and
the determined angler needed to be at the water's edge at exactly the right time, TO
THE MINUTE, in order to improve on his average catch. Was I really willing to take my
hobby that seriously? Let's just say that curiosity got the better of me.
the best fishing times, I kept a record of every trip I made over a period of 18 months.
All information related to the moon's phases, the weather conditions and the catches I
made were carefully logged. What I that it isn't anywhere near as complicated as many
would have us believe.
How Does Fishing By Moon Phase Work?
Every fisherman knows that the best fishing times are when the fish are feeding. This
tends to be during dawn and dusk, but what often goes unnoticed are the two periods
elsewhere in the day--moonrise and moonset. Because the moon has an effect on a
variety of factors surrounding the fish--including the live fodder they hunt--these
periods, combined with the moon's phase, are what trigger feeding.
By understanding this, and choosing times when sunrise/sunset and
moonrise/moonset coincide with new or full moon phases, you'll increase you chance
of a good fishing catch. Assuming there are fish in the area, of course.
Choosing The Best Fishing Times
There really is nothing complicated about this at all; it's just a matter of knowing
ahead of time exactly when the sun and moon will rise and set. Fish are most active
during 90-minute windows surrounding each of these four daily events; that's 45
minutes before and after these four daily points.
Fishing during these four periods will help increase your fishing catch, but if you plan
wisely so as to ensure you're at the water's edge on the days of new or full moon, you
can use these 'windows' to reel in a catch like you've never done before. If you have
to choose between sunrise/set and moonrise/set, always go with the moon as the
moon is the stronger influence.
Hunters have always known that fish and game are most active at dawn and
dusk--sunrise and sunset--but their activity surrounding moonrise and moonset is
less noticeable because these events are likely to occur without effecting any
change in the perceived light. The rise and set of a new moon is invisible anyway, and
overcast weather often hides the moon. Without prior knowledge of setting and rising
times, two of the best fishing times will be missed every day!
Other Considerations
When planning your fishing by moon phase, there are certain other factors that
should also be considered.
Weather - Severe weather changes have an impact on the way fish feed. When a
storm's brewing, or just after one has passed, is a good time. If this happens while
you're in place, you'll be in for a treat! However, if there's a cold front approaching, the
fish are likely to move deeper into the water and become inactive.
Season - Most fish are more likely to bite willingly during seasonal transitions with the
transition from winter to spring and summer to fall being the two best fishing times.
Now that you know that moon phase fishing really works, there's no reason why you
shouldn't utilize this knowledge to increase your own fishing catch by being at the
ready with your rod during the best fishing times available. It's easy and it works!
Good luck!
About the Author
David Rose is an avid outdoorsman and the creator of QuickPhase Pro, a popular
moon phase software program. Visit http://www.moonconnection.com/quickphase/ to
discover the fun and easy way to view the phases of the moon and increase your
fishing catch. Note: This article may be reprinted on your website or in your ezine as
long as this resource box is included. Links must stay active if this article is published
in HTML format.
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