I've asked before, but I'll be more specific..... ;-)

I am an absoloute beginner, I've looked at a couple of books, but I either
can't find the right book, or I'm looking in the wrong places.

I would like to go out and fish around the Skerries, or Holyhead harbour, I
am as I said before, an absoloute beginner, so I am needing some info.
Would anyone please answer the following, or point me to a website for the
following information:

What type of rig do I need for fishing these areas, where can I find the
"plans" (term used losely) for making these rigs, i.e, lengths of line
etc...?

What type(s) of bait should I use, and how should it be presented?

I appreciate that people out there will have different ways of doing things,
and I know that asking for particular "hotspots" is a no no, (could be used
by some tw*t trawler and the hotspot is no more) but what should I be
looking for in an area to fish?

Any and all help would be helpful, and very much appreciated, where do I
start???

Many thanks in advance,

Mark S


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"dogonabeach" asked
I would like to go out and fish around the Skerries, or Holyhead harbour,
I
am as I said before, an absoloute beginner, so I am needing some info.
try http://www.worldseafishing.com/ or better ask your tackle dealer near
to the venue I have been fishing since I was in nappies (terry btw
disposables weren't invented then) and although I know my Trout and Coarse
fish I have only recently restarted seafishing but I have found which ever
branch of the sport the guys who sell the bait know where the fishing is and
the method required be prepared to spend a few quid they have a living to
make you know
Derek


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In article , dogonabeach
wrote:
I am an absoloute beginner, I've looked at a couple of books, but I either
can't find the right book, or I'm looking in the wrong places.

Your local public library should have something suitable.

I would like to go out and fish around the Skerries, or Holyhead harbour, I
am as I said before, an absoloute beginner, so I am needing some info.
Would anyone please answer the following, or point me to a website for the
following information:

Fishing from a boat or the shore?

If you are fishing from a boat speak to the skipper a few days in advance
and arrange to borrow/hire suitable gear.

If from the shore you should try to go with someone the first couple of
times. Having knots shown you and a few hands-on demonstrations will save
hours of frustration when trying to follow a book. There may be a local
guide who will get you started or a nearby club may have a beginners'
scheme. Perhaps the tackle shop will put you on to another customer willing
to help out.

What type of rig do I need for fishing these areas, where can I find the
"plans" (term used losely) for making these rigs, i.e, lengths of line
etc...?

In general, for a beginner, simple is best.

(It's usually the best for the experienced too.)

Like many I carry very few ready-tied rigs (OK there are a few that are best
made up at home but if you find yourself carrying more than half a dozen you
are hampering yourself). Instead I make up end-tackle on the spot as
needed.

What type(s) of bait should I use, and how should it be presented?

It depends what fish are about and what they are feeding on. There, that
doesn't help much does it?

The question as you have asked it is too wide and best answered by reading a
few books.

The proposer of this ng has a 'faq' on:

http://www.gorp.com/gorp/activity/saltfaq.htm

Which is not really a faq btw, more a web-book. I don't agree with all of
it but it's a reasonable starting point.

General rule for all angling:
If others are catching large fish and plenty of 'em - copy their method.
If not - try something different.

And in general sea fishing - boat or shore - floatfishing is much underrated
and is almost always worth trying even at night and in rough weather too if
the wind permits. Learn to use smaller floats than the ones usually sold
for the sea and you can have a lot of fun with light gear.

Hth, Cheerio,

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In article , dogonabeach
wrote:
I am an absoloute beginner, I've looked at a couple of books, but I either
can't find the right book, or I'm looking in the wrong places.

Your local public library should have something suitable.

I would like to go out and fish around the Skerries, or Holyhead harbour, I
am as I said before, an absoloute beginner, so I am needing some info.
Would anyone please answer the following, or point me to a website for the
following information:

Fishing from a boat or the shore?

If you are fishing from a boat speak to the skipper a few days in advance
and arrange to borrow/hire suitable gear.

If from the shore you should try to go with someone the first couple of
times. Having knots shown you and a few hands-on demonstrations will save
hours of frustration when trying to follow a book. There may be a local
guide who will get you started or a nearby club may have a beginners'
scheme. Perhaps the tackle shop will put you on to another customer willing
to help out.

What type of rig do I need for fishing these areas, where can I find the
"plans" (term used losely) for making these rigs, i.e, lengths of line
etc...?

In general, for a beginner, simple is best.

(It's usually the best for the experienced too.)

Like many I carry very few ready-tied rigs (OK there are a few that are best
made up at home but if you find yourself carrying more than half a dozen you
are hampering yourself). Instead I make up end-tackle on the spot as
needed.

What type(s) of bait should I use, and how should it be presented?

It depends what fish are about and what they are feeding on. There, that
doesn't help much does it?

The question as you have asked it is too wide and best answered by reading a
few books.

The proposer of this ng has a 'faq' on:

http://www.gorp.com/gorp/activity/saltfaq.htm

Which is not really a faq btw, more a web-book. I don't agree with all of
it but it's a reasonable starting point.

General rule for all angling:
If others are catching large fish and plenty of 'em - copy their method.
If not - try something different.

And in general sea fishing - boat or shore - floatfishing is much underrated
and is almost always worth trying even at night and in rough weather too if
the wind permits. Learn to use smaller floats than the ones usually sold
for the sea and you can have a lot of fun with light gear.

Hth, Cheerio,

--

dogonabeach wrote:
What type of rig do I need for fishing these areas, where can I find the
"plans" (term used losely) for making these rigs, i.e, lengths of line
etc...?

What type(s) of bait should I use, and how should it be presented?

Ask at a local tackle shop, they are usually more than happy to help
(especially if you are likely to spend money there again and again). As
for rigs, try buying a couple of ready made rigs and then copying them.
I found that far easier than trying to follow instructions.



Roy

--

A bad days fishing beats a good day at work

dogonabeach wrote:
What type of rig do I need for fishing these areas, where can I find the
"plans" (term used losely) for making these rigs, i.e, lengths of line
etc...?

What type(s) of bait should I use, and how should it be presented?

Ask at a local tackle shop, they are usually more than happy to help
(especially if you are likely to spend money there again and again). As
for rigs, try buying a couple of ready made rigs and then copying them.
I found that far easier than trying to follow instructions.



Roy

--

A bad days fishing beats a good day at work

Many thanks to all that have replied.

Could anyone recommend a bait/tackle shop in Holyhead?

again, thanks to all that replied,

Mark S


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Many thanks to all that have replied.

Could anyone recommend a bait/tackle shop in Holyhead?

again, thanks to all that replied,

Mark S


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On Sun, 18 Jul 2004 10:39:35 +0100, Derek.Moody uttered the immortal
words:

In article , dogonabeach
wrote:
I am an absoloute beginner, I've looked at a couple of books, but I either
can't find the right book, or I'm looking in the wrong places.

Your local public library should have something suitable.

I would like to go out and fish around the Skerries, or Holyhead harbour, I
am as I said before, an absoloute beginner, so I am needing some info.
Would anyone please answer the following, or point me to a website for the
following information:

Fishing from a boat or the shore?

If you are fishing from a boat speak to the skipper a few days in advance
and arrange to borrow/hire suitable gear.

If from the shore you should try to go with someone the first couple of
times. Having knots shown you and a few hands-on demonstrations will save
hours of frustration when trying to follow a book. There may be a local
guide who will get you started or a nearby club may have a beginners'
scheme. Perhaps the tackle shop will put you on to another customer willing
to help out.

Totally agree with you on that, my friend and myself have done this on
many occasions, even given out little bits of kit: floats, weights, rigs
etc. Don't be afraid to ask people who are fishing there, you will be
surprised at the response!


What type of rig do I need for fishing these areas, where can I find the
"plans" (term used losely) for making these rigs, i.e, lengths of line
etc...?

In general, for a beginner, simple is best.

To true there!


(It's usually the best for the experienced too.)

Like many I carry very few ready-tied rigs (OK there are a few that are best
made up at home but if you find yourself carrying more than half a dozen you
are hampering yourself). Instead I make up end-tackle on the spot as
needed.

What type(s) of bait should I use, and how should it be presented?

It depends what fish are about and what they are feeding on. There, that
doesn't help much does it?

The question as you have asked it is too wide and best answered by reading a
few books.

The proposer of this ng has a 'faq' on:

http://www.gorp.com/gorp/activity/saltfaq.htm

Which is not really a faq btw, more a web-book. I don't agree with all of
it but it's a reasonable starting point.

General rule for all angling:
If others are catching large fish and plenty of 'em - copy their method.
If not - try something different.

And in general sea fishing - boat or shore - floatfishing is much underrated
and is almost always worth trying even at night and in rough weather too if
the wind permits. Learn to use smaller floats than the ones usually sold
for the sea and you can have a lot of fun with light gear.

That is what I generally do, so far this year I have cuaght 6 Bass to 5
1/2lb all on the float and most of them at a depth of no more than 7ft


Hth, Cheerio,

Above all, dont be afraid to try something new!

On Sun, 18 Jul 2004 12:38:48 +0000 (UTC), "dogonabeach"
wrote:

Many thanks to all that have replied.

Could anyone recommend a bait/tackle shop in Holyhead?

again, thanks to all that replied,

Mark S


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There is a tackle shop in Holyhead, I know of only one BTW. If you
travel from the A55, go past the ferry terminal turning, carry on
towards Holyhead town centre and pass the turning [on the left] for
that. After about two or three steets on your left, you will see a
tackle/ bait shop just up from the corner. Usually you can park free
on the right by the side of the ferry port.

IMHO that venue should be avoided! Nip over to Beumauris, you'll find
fresh bait, plenty of advice on the fishing in the area and a
considerable range of stock.

Malcolm [the shopkeeper] does do a small white guide book to Anglesey
BTW, it contains details of the fishing areas, what can be caught and
the appropriate rig to use. The rigs are available from the shop and
also the bits used to construct them if you wish to save a few bob.

HN