Catch Your First Fish

Outdoors & NatureBeginnerOutdoor

90 minutes

5 steps

·Beginner

After 90 min: Land your first fish using proper casting technique and basic fishing knowledge

What you need

fishing-rodreellinehooksbait-or-lurestackle-box

The 90-Minute Plan

Learn Rod and Reel Basics0–15 min

Understand spinning reel components: handle, bail, drag adjustment. Practice casting without water 10 times to build muscle memory

Prepare Your Setup15–35 min

Tie an improved clinch knot to attach the hook. Set drag to slip when pulled hard. Load reel with line properly

Find Good Fishing Spots35–55 min

Research local water. Look for structure: rocks, weeds, fallen trees. Fish early morning or late afternoon when fish are most active

Master Your Casting55–75 min

Hold rod with dominant hand on grip, index finger on line. Open bail, accelerate to 10 o'clock, release line from finger smoothly

Set the Hook and Reel In75–90 min

When you feel a bite, quickly raise rod tip (set the hook). Reel steadily while keeping tension on line. Land fish by guiding it to you

Pro Tip

Start with live bait for better success. Be patient; fishing requires waiting and observation

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