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Key Things To Know About Bonefishing Cat Island Bahamas

By Brian Butler


If trout fishing is something that you should enjoy, chasing after bones is guaranteed to be fun. Bonefishing Cat Island Bahamas, however, can be infinitely more challenging and rewarding. These are among some of the smartest fish in the ocean which tends to make them very hard to real in. Moreover, you cannot fish for them like you fish for trout. Following are several tips that will help you get the best results when you head out onto the flats.

It is not common for people to talk about fish as though they have a sense of smell, but bonefish are notorious for picking odors up. When you finally make your trip to the flats, spend some time rubbing local sand on your hand to rub the odors off. This is going to make you smell like a natural part of the terrain and nothing to be suspicious of.

It is additionally important to avoid smoking, putting on cologne or washing with strongly scented soaps. The best clothing for these outings will also allow you to blend in with the scenery. Stick to soft, earthy tones, rather than wearing your big, Hawaiin print shirt.

When packing your gear, throw a quality pair of wading boots in. Right before you start heading to this location, take some time to wear these around and break them in. This is so you do not get blisters while you're actually fishing. Bonefish are very easy to frighten off and this means that you can spend tons of time simply wading and waiting.

Because these fish have metal like color, they tend to blend right in. Make sure that you are always paying attention to what your guide is telling you rather than paying attention to your own sight or intuition. Guides have spent a lot of time on the flats and they have a better eye for spotting the shiny, flashes of movement that you're looking for.

When bonefish feed, this is the perfect time to position your fly. You want to drop it almost right on their heads. Let your fly hit the bottom of the flat and then drag it through the sand in short, gentle popping motions. This will give it the appearance of a shrimp that is busy feeding so that it is far more likely to get picked up.

You also have to be very quiet while out on the flats. Bonesfish do not make it to their impressive sizes by being stupid. If they suspect that anything is amiss, they will instantly flee the scene. Thus, you never want to stomp loudly on the boat bottom or drop heavy items on the boat floor. Be mindful of the fact that the wind can quickly change directions on the flats. You will have to constantly adjust your casting direction and strength in order to land your fly right on target. Practice casting into and away from the wind ahead of your big trip.

You always have to be stealthy when bonefishing. Keeping quiet and blending in is important. This will allow you to sneak up on your prey and to actually bring a big bonefish in with you rather than having to go home disappointed and entirely empty handed.




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