Fishing might seem difficult at first, but it does not have to be complicated or expensive. With the proper gear, a license, and required knowledge, you will be able to catch fish by this weekend. This article will provide you some informative tips to help you get started.

Get a License: Before you get started, make sure that you have a proper state license for fishing. Fishing licenses are sold in fishing shops, online, and occasionally in convenience stores. The price of a day license is commonly affordable, although the exact price depends upon the state and your residency; because fishing licenses cost more for non-residents.

Equipment: You need fishing rods and other equipment before going out on a fishing trip. It is great to have someone experienced enough to suggest particular models of fishing tools. Otherwise, you can always visit websites dedicated to selling fishing gear. 

• Rods and Reels: A fishing rod and spinning reel are the perfect combos for beginners as they are easy to set up. The equipment you choose will depend on the kind of fish you want to catch. You may get a discount on fishing equipment if you look for deals on outdoor gear on the internet.
• Line: You will also need to buy a spare line because the fishing line becomes brittle and easily breakable as it sits on the water for a long time.
• Tackle: Almost every piece of equipment used for fishing is known as fishing tackle. Some fishing tackles include lines, hooks, lures, floats, baits, reels, nets, rods, sinkers, etc.

Prior Preparations: Before you go fishing, there are a few things that you must be very mindful about. It takes time to learn the art of fishing. Here are a few preliminary things you should remember before making that fishing trip. 

• Knot: The most effective knot for fishing is the clinch knot. Once you’ve mastered this technique, you will be ready to go. This knot tightly holds your hook to the line.
• Reading Movement in Water: It is essential to know where the fish is hiding to target them and catch them instantly. In lakes, fish are usually found in or around weeds and in drowned trees close to shore.
• Weather Check: You can go fishing almost in any weather condition; an overcast day is the most excellent weather condition for fishing.
• Food: Be sure that you have enough food and plenty of water to keep you hydrated because it may take a while before you catch something.
• Suitable Clothing: Make sure to put on some layers of clothing, and you’re carrying a raincoat too because the weather can change drastically throughout the day, and a pair of boots is recommended.
• Casting & Hooking: Casting with a spinning wheel is an easy job as you can wind up the reel without any effort. There are two things you should prevent while hooking a fish: first, the fish spitting on the lure, and secondly, your line breaking under the weight and power of the fish. It would help if you waited until the hook is into the fish’s mouth once it has bitten your lure or bait.