Fishing researcher, Dan Eggertsen, answers a variety of questions concerning how you can catch saltwater fish quickly and easily.

What do I need to fish from my kayak?

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I live in North Carolina, and I just got a Kayak for my birthday. I’m a long time fishermen, and want to try to fish in my Kayak. Anything I should look out for, and any techniques you’d suggest?

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Question asked on July 14, 2008at 6:40 am:: Comments (0)

How can I catch fish at a San Luis pier?

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Hi Dan I love your site and I just joined. i took a female friend fishing two weekends in a row but she was the only one that cought any thing! She cought an 18 in bat ray and a 25 lb starfish! We are fishing of of a pier in San Luis CA and i dont know anything about salt water fishing. We are using squid for bait. what should we do diferent to catch something edible? change bait or less weight, we are using 2 ounce weights thanx for your time

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Question asked on July 10, 2008at 2:56 pm:: Comments (0)

Filling and Circulating Livewell: Reef Fishing

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Hi Dan, I sent this question to George Poveromo and Jose Wejebe, but they did not respond.- I reef fish in 30′-40′ depth for white grunts, gag grouper, red grouper, and black sea bass. Will the hum/noise of a constantly filling/circulating livewell affect how well the fish bite? Thanks, Scott

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Question asked on July 9, 2008at 6:40 am:: Comments (0)

What is a versatile west coast bait?

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What is the most versatile type of west coast bait I can use to catch pretty much anything?

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Question asked on July 3, 2008at 9:56 am:: Comments (0)

Ordering Bloodworms

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Question asked on June 26, 2008at 3:57 am:: Comments (0)

Where is the best saltwater fishing trip I can possibly take?

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I want to go on a memorable saltwater fishing trip, but I don’t know where to go. Money isn’t an object, I just want the best. where should I go?

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Question asked on June 18, 2008at 2:57 pm:: Comments (0)

Is there a rule on what type of fishing line to use when Saltwater fishing?

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Is there a rule on what type of fishing line to use when Saltwater fishing? I know it depends on size of the fish, type of fish, location etc. But can you break it down for me to a few simple things to remember?

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Question asked on June 15, 2008at 5:57 am:: Comments (0)

GPS Numbers for Crystal River, Florida

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I have just moved Crystal River Florida and would like to know where to find the GPS numbers for bottom fishing such as grouper, black bass and others…..within 20 mile radius of Crystal River, Florida.

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Question asked on June 11, 2008at 2:57 pm:: Comments (0)

Using Tackle for Redfishing

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I just moved down here from Oregon and I have never been redfishing, what is the most common type of tackle to use and what is the best way to go to have a good fishing experiance?

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Question asked on June 7, 2008at 7:57 pm:: Comments (0)

What are the best ways to catch flounder?

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i need to know the best way to catch flounder when i go to port Isabel Texas this month so i kind of need the info soon if you can please

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Question asked on June 4, 2008at 1:57 am:: Comments (0)

What Is Sight Casting?

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Question asked on May 27, 2008at 9:06 am:: Comments (0)

Bait for Dock Fishing

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What would be a good bait to use salt water fishing off a dock I was thinking power bait or somthing what would you use ?

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Question asked on April 28, 2008at 7:55 am:: Comments (0)

Using Glow Sticks for Night Fishing

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DO I NEED GLOWSTICKS FOR SALTWATER NIGHT SHORE FISHING? This is my first time fishing from shore at night in the hopes to land a shark. I’m using fresh chunks of Bonita and King Fish, 5/0 hooks, 90lb leader on 40lbs test line. Med.-Heavy action spinning rods, and a bag of chum. Will it improve my chances of catching something if I toss out another weighted line with a glowstick? Thanks, Tom

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Question asked on April 24, 2008at 5:47 am:: Comments (0)

Charter Questions

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What are some of the questions I should ask before booking a charter?

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Question asked on April 14, 2008at 7:57 am:: Comments (0)

Finding the Right Charter

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I’d love to do a charter for saltwater fish - will they take you if you’re a beginner?

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Question asked on April 14, 2008at 5:37 am:: Comments (0)

Backcountry Fishing

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Fishing Expenses

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Catching the Elusive Tarpon

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Question asked on April 3, 2008at 10:57 pm:: Comments (0)

What Can You Tell Me About The Snook?

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What can you tell me about the Snook? I’ve heard they are really fun to catch!

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Question asked on March 3, 2008at 5:57 pm:: Comments (0)

Saltwater Fishing Lures

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Question asked on January 24, 2008at 11:58 am:: Comments (0)

Tying Secure Knots

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I always wet my knots when I’m tying them like I was taught but they still seem to slip - what else can I do to keep this from happening?

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Question asked on December 27, 2007at 2:58 am:: Comments (0)

Knot Glues

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How do the knot glues work? Do they really help keep a knot from slipping?

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Question asked on December 23, 2007at 5:58 pm:: Comments (0)