How To Go Saltwater Fishing

By: Tom Straub


Anytime you go fishing in the open seas, you are saltwater fishing. There is no other fishing quite like it. The vast size of the water, that completely surrounds you for miles on end, is amazing. The sound of the wave and smell of the water is a constant. You will be surprised to see the wide variety of ocean life, from dolphins to schools of fish that occasionaly leap out of the water. Fishing on the ocean lets you participate in a world dominated by water, that is filled with captivating sights.

Here, in the following text, are a few suggestions to help you understand more about fishing in saltwater.

Saltwater Fishing Equipment

Saltwater fishing requires totally different equipment than freshwater. You will take a close survey of your fishing equipment to make sure it is appropriate for saltwater fishing. Consider that the ocean can be miles deep and grow fish that are meters, not just feet, in length. This puts a bigger demand on your casting rods, lures, hooks and fishing lines also because the larger fish may be more stronger. Likewise, you will want to have stronger built casting rods in order to successfully catch some fish in the saltwater.

Fishing Boats In Saltwater

Fishing boats made for saltwater are designed differently in their construction than freshwater fishing boats. They are larger and often have a place or room used for sleeping, since the traveling distances are much greater. These boats can be rented for a single event or bought for more regular fishing vacations.

As you consider buying or renting a boat, try to make your plans in advance, because saltwater fishing is very popular. Saltwater fishing is a favorite for many types of group events, including a family reunion, celebrating a business deal, or for some retiring friends. These kinds of trips will require providing casting rods and enough fishing equipment for every person. To help control expenses, you might ask about discounted group packages for the boat and equipment rentals.

Saltwater Fish

The species of fish and wildlife that live in saltwater are very different from those that live in freshwater. Even fish that could be considered in the same species are vastly different, although, Salmon is the exception, who can survive in both types of water. The more you know about saltwater fish, the more you can enjoy your fishing experience.

For instance, do you know what ocean an Octopus lives in? Or, how about, how large a barracuda can grow? You can figure out where the type of fish that you want to catch will be, and during what season. You can even have a pretty good estimate on how many you might catch.

Fishing In The Deep Sea

Ocean fishing means you will be fishing in charter boats. Since they are larger boats, charter boats are perfect for a group, boating to an established, safe fishing area. It is a good idea to fish with large equipment, that is built to catch fish that swim deep in the ocean water.

Help With Saltwater Fishing

A quick and simple way to learn more about saltwater fishing is to look on the Internet. You should search for an ebook that has everything you ever wanted to know about fishing, so you can make the best choices for your saltwater fishing adventures.


Tom Straub is a experienced author, and webmaster of the Best Fishing Times web site, where you can read more on Ice Fishing and a dozen other fishing topics.