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Fishing in Ohio: Events

Thursday, May 19th, 2011

Here are the fishing events that we have scheduled on our calendar. Do you have any to add? If so, comment with the information down below. Be sure to take photos and post them to Explore the Outdoors’ Facebook page!

CENTRAL EVENTS:

June 11 | Family Fishing at Creekside: Creekside Park (123 Mill St., Gahanna, OH) at 10am. Join us on Saturday mornings for family fishing on the creek! We will provide all bait and tackle as well as an activity for the whole family to enjoy! Gahanna Residents-free; non residents-$5 per person.

June 18 | Youth Fishing Derby:  Delaware – June 18 at the Marina Pond. Sessions start at 9, 10 & 11 AM Tackle, bait, poles & refreshments provided. (740) 548-4631.

June 18 | Passport to Fishing: Dillon – June 18, 10 AM at the beach. Fishing fun for kids. For more info call (740) 453-4377.

June 18 | Young Anglers Fishing Derby: Findley – June 18, 10 AM – Noon at the picnic point shelter. Get tips on bait, tackle & fish ID. For more info call (440) 647-5749.

June 19 | Father’s Day Fishing: Sharon Woods Metro Park from 11am-1pm. Bring your dad or grandpa and enjoy fishing at the lake. Poles and some bait provided. Ages 15 and under and 60 or older may fish. Meet at the Schrock Lake West Bulletin Board www.metroparks.net

July 24 | Passport to Fishing: Three Creeks Park Sunday, July 24 from 1-3 p.m. (3860 Bixby Road, Groveport, OH) Space is limited.  Must pre-register (www.metroparks.net). Ages 7-15. Learn about fish habitat, knots, casting and fishing tips, while completing the Division of Wildlife’s Passport to Fishing program.

August 16 | Gone Fishing: Three Creeks Park at 6:30 p.m. (3860 Bixby Road, Groveport, OH) Ages 15 and under. Get fishing and casting tips from the naturalist, and then try to catch a big one in Turtle Pond.

NE EVENTS:

June 4 | Youth Fishing Derby: Lake Milton – June 4, 10:30 AM – 2 PM at the Meshel picnic area. For kids 15 & under. (330) 654-4989.

June 4 | Youth Fishing Derby: Quail Hollow – June 4, 9 AM – Noon at the Shady Lane pond. For kids  14 & under. (330) 877-6652.

June 11 | Pep Tamargo Memorial Kids Fishing Derby: Sponsored by the Berkley Fishing Team at Sippo Lake Park For information on other Stark Park events and facilities visit www.StarkParks.com.

June 11 | Cook’s Lagoon Derby: In Canton, OH. For information on other Stark Park events and facilities visit www.StarkParks.com.

August 13 | Sandy & Beaver Canal Days Festival Derby: in Magnolia at Whitacre Greer Park pond near Magnolia. For information on other Stark Park events and facilities visit www.StarkParks.com.

September 10 | Bob Meister Memorial Special Needs Derby: At Sippo Lake. For information on other Stark Park events and facilities visit www.StarkParks.com.

NW EVENTS:

June 18 | Kids Fishing Tournament: Van Buren – June 18, 10 AM – Noon at the west end, near the dam. For kids ages 4-15. For more info call (419) 832-7662.

July 16 | Kids’ Big Fish Contest: Mary Jane Thurston – July 16, 10 AM – Noon at the day use lodge. For kids ages 4-15. For more info call (419) 832-7662.

SW EVENTS:

June 11 | Kids Fishing Derby: Sycamore – June 11, 10 AM – 1 PM, for kids 15 & under. Some bait & tackle provided. (513) 523-6347 or (937) 854-4452.

SE EVENTS:

June 4 | Youth Fishing Derby: Jackson Lake – June 4, 9 AM – Noon at the Iron Furnace shelter. For kids 15 & under. (740) 682-6197.

June 11 | Youth Fishing Derby: Lake Alma – June 11, 9-11 AM at the camp office. For kids 15 & under. (740) 384-3345.

July 16 | Youth Fishing Derby: Jackson Lake – July 16, 9 AM – 1 PM at the Iron Furnace shelter. For kids 15 & under. For more info call (740) 682-6197.

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Fishing in Ohio: Bait and Tackle

Thursday, May 12th, 2011

Now that you know where to fish and have gathered a few of our favorite tips, it’s time to learn about bait and tackle!

Thinking about buying your own tackle? If so, you have two choices: pay a little extra and shop at a fishing specialty store with the help of professionals, or save a few bucks and go it alone at discount department stores or through fishing tackle direct-mail catalogs. Either way, the most important purchase you make will be your rod and reel.

For beginners, spin-casting equipment is the easiest to operate and causes the least problems. A spin-casting reel spooled with 6 -, 8 – or 10 -pound test line and mounted on a light- to medium-action 5 1 /2 – to 6 -foot casting rod will work well for most types of Ohio fishing. Rod and reel combinations, already spooled with quality line, can be purchased pre-packaged. More experienced anglers may prefer spinning or baitcasting tackle.

Next, you will need hooks, sinkers (weights), and bobbers (floats). Hooks and sinkers can be purchased in variety packs that include many sizes and styles. When purchasing bobbers, keep in mind that smaller tends to be better. The amount of resistance a fish feels on the line when taking a bait is directly related to the size of the bobber.

More experienced anglers may enjoy trying to catch fish on artificial lures. Smaller baits are attractive to more kinds and sizes of fish, so choose lures in the 1/8- to 1/4-ounce size range. Also, choose colors that mimic what the bait is supposed to imitate. For example, if the lure is a minnow imitation, either silver or gold would be a good color choice. Finally, remember that some lures are made to catch fishermen rather than fish. If you don’t know the difference, ask a knowledgeable angler before you buy.

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