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Biologist Reports/Fisheries Management - click for index

 
Basic Fishing Skills & Equipment
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Take Me FishingFollow the links below to get some basic fishing skills and learn more about what equipment you will need to get started. Many of the fact sheets are courtesy of our friends at TakeMeFishing.org [TMF], be sure to visit their site for much more fishing and boating information.
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Names you need to know -- fishing terminology [TMF]

Where, How & When to Catch Fish
bulletTips for catching popular sportfishes of Pennsylvania
bulletIce fishing tackle & techniques

Fishing Gear
bulletChecklist of equipment, bait and other gear
bulletHooks -- sharpening tips
bulletRods -- getting your rod ready
bulletReels -- getting your reel ready
bulletShopping for gear
bulletTackle loaner sites -- need to borrow some gear? Visit one of these sites.
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Line
Casting
Fly-fishing
Spin-fishing
Catching Fish
Bait

 

Featured topics
bulletTackle loaner sites
bulletFishing programs & clinics
Frequently asked questions
bulletPA fishing
bulletPDF help
bulletFAQ index
Related information
bulletSummary book of PA fishing regs & laws
bulletInland waters -- seasons, sizes, creel limits
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bulletFishing fundamentals

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