Fishermen know what dangers hide in a winter fishery. Which is not true of beginner fishermen. Below understand the most common mistakes beginners on winter fishing:
Mistake # 1 – improper equipment
Choosing the right clothing and footwear for winter fishing plays a crucial role. A frequent mistake of beginners is the choice of clothing is too warm or too light, blown. And in that and in other case the consequences are dire. If the fisherman is dressed too warm, under all energetic movements have the ability to sweat. This will have a negative impact later when the body begins to cool and thus freeze. Too lightweight clothes for a long time when you have to sit around the hole in the cold, the risk is even higher.
Outfit the fisherman should consist of special shoes, overalls, jackets and lingerie that preserves temperature. Wear several layers of clothing. In the absence of specialized gear for winter fishing, you can use that is more accessible, for example, a coat, an ordinary warm pants, underwear cotton underwear. Of the shoes best choice are boots with galoshes. The main thing is to feel comfortable in this outfit, that fishing has brought pleasure.
Mistake # 2 – lack of accessories
Very often, novice fishermen have no idea on the optional accessories that are required during winter fishing. The absence of these utility tools can significantly hamper ice fishing. Such facilities could include ice pick, a special auger for ice, drawer fisherman and a tent.
The ice pick used during the first, thin ice. Also it is used to determine ice thickness. A special drill is necessary for drilling holes in hard, thick ice. Drawer fisherman needed to transport gear and tools. It is also used as a seat while fishing. And, finally, the tent is a very useful item for fishing, especially if fishing in a certain place. It will protect the fisherman from wind and from cold.
Mistake # 3 – failure to observe safety rules on the waters in winter
Many novice fishermen do not comply with safety rules on the waters in winter. This error is the most common and dangerous to human life. Security issues should not be neglected for both novice and experienced fishermen.
First, it is always necessary to examine the thickness of the ice on the pond. Should do the kicking. There are special tools. Safe for humans is the thickness of the ice cover 7-10 inches. It should be remembered!
Secondly, you can’t go out on first ice one. It also should not be a large number of people on a small patch.
Thirdly, it is important to go on fishing until dusk, while unlimited visibility.
Fourthly, don’t need to drill a lot of holes in a limited space.
Fifthly, it is not necessary to drill holes close to the greenery of the reservoir.
Sixthly, it is necessary to exclude alcohol during winter fishing. Warming effect of alcohol is transient and deceptive in nature. After drinking alcohol the body begins to cool down even more.
Seventh, every beginner should have a rescue cord, and special claws – metal pins, connected by a rope. This is useful if a fisherman fall through the ice. The above errors newbies will help make ice fishing a comfortable, pleasant and, most importantly, safe.
Safe winter fishing in Zavidovo
Today is the first day of winter December 1, 2015. In the Zavidovo open next winter fishing and hunting. We invite everyone to our unique database, where You will relax. Here you can fish in safe areas under the supervision or, if necessary, under the guidance of experienced tour guides! We are waiting for you!