Follow 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.
Names you need to know -- fishing terminology [TMF]Fish biology
Tips for catching popular sportfishes of PennsylvaniaIce fishing tackle & techniques
Tackle loaner sites -- need to borrow some gear? Visit one of these sites.Checklist of equipment, bait and other gear Choose Your Bobbers WellHooks -- sharpening tipsShopping for gear
Rod building basicsRods -- getting your rod readyReels -- getting your reel ready
Knotes on KnotsKnots -- commonly used knots and how to tie them [TMF]Knot senseCasting and knots
Arbor KnotImproved Clinch KnotSurgeon's KnotUni Knot3-Way Rig
Casting and knots
Beginning fly tyingDry fly tips and tricksFishing the baetis emergerGet in Some Extra Trout Fishing with Summertime TerrestrialsIntroduction to picking a patternPanfish on the flyTurning Hunting Success into Fly Tying Material
The complete spinfishing trout angler's vest
Guidelines for catch and releaseUnhooking a fish
Basic freshwater baits [TMF]How to hook bait [TMF]Soft Plastics for TroutSupermarket BaitsDefinitions & PA laws - PA Fishing Summary Book
Pennsylvania's Best Fishing Waters Biologist Reports Summary of PA Regulations Opening Days and Seasons Fishing License Agents Charter Boats and Fishing Guides PA Fishing FAQ's PA Fishing Licenses FAQ's PA League of Angling Youth FishBoatPA Mobile App - Apple FishBoatPA Mobile App - Google