Fishing Lingo to Know in Honor of National Go Fishing Day

So National Go Fishing Day was on June 18th. If you've been fishing before, or know someone who goes fishing a lot, you know that it takes a whole lot of patience.

Seasoned fishermen and even those who fish purely for sport know that not only is fishing relaxing, but it is also extremely rewarding. There's a certain feeling you get after landing the perfect catch after hours of waiting that you just can't get anywhere else. In order to celebrate and honor this often under appreciated sport, here are 10 of our favorite fishing lingo terms.

Crickhopper

Crickhopper is a brand of plastic lure that resembles a grasshopper. It is often used for trout and even smallmouth bass.

Cosmic Clock

This is the sun's seasonal effect on water and weather conditions that relates to barometic pressure, wind, and cloud cover.

Crankbait

Crankbait can be any of a large selection of hard plastic or wooden lures that dive when being reeled in through the water. Crank or cranks are more slang terms for these types of baits.

Culling

Culling is a method of removing and releasing lighter/smaller fish from a livewell so that one doesn't go over the weight limit of the day.

Dapping

This is a method of fly-fishing where the fly skips or dances on the water while the line and leader are held above the water from a high rod.

Die-off

This refers to having many fish die at the same time. It can often be referring to this happening to baitfish. Die-off also can be reffering to a fish kill.

Doughball

A doughball is a ball of bait that is made from bread or specially prepared dough used for bait fishing. It is often used when fishing for carp.

Drop Shot

This is a tackle rigging technique that employs a hook tied to the line anywhere from four inches to four feet above the sinker.

Flutterbait

This is any time of bait that is cast and then allowed to flutter down to the bottom. It resembles a dying bait fish, and is usually used when fishing for bass.

Pegging

Pegging is when you put a toothpick in the hole of a bullet or egg sinker to prevent it from sliding along the line.

Hopefully you can use some of these terms the next time you go fishing! Make fishing a more exciting experience by using Spectrum Response. It's a great way to catch MORE fish and BIGGER fish!

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