Kayak Fishing – First Day Back Bang 6lb Bass Plus Multi Species

With the lockdown no fishing rule lifted and with a great forecast I headed out on the kayak. The plan was just to enjoy the day out on the water and try for different species of fish using different methods lure fishing and bait fishing. I hit lucky and on the second cast hooked a great Bass (Sea Bass) what a start! Video below.

The rest of the day was hard going but managed to find a few more fish Mackerel, Pollock, and Wrasse. It was great to be out on the water again after so long and a Bass catch to remember.

How to Make a Kayak Drift Chute / Drogue / Drift Sock & How to Use It

A drift chute otherwise known as a drogue, drift sock, or sea anchor is a great asset when sea kayak fishing. Apart from the fact that when windy it slows you down it enables you to position the kayak with the bow or stern pointing into the wind and swell making it much more comfortable to fish than a broadside position.

I initially purchased a parachute drift chute but after several years of use lost it so decided to learn how to make my own parachute style chute. In the video below, I talk about the components needed to make the chute and go through the steps of how with the help of my wife we made it. In addition, I talk about how I use the drift chute when fishing in different situations.

Buy, Prepare, and Cook Lobster – Lockdown Bargain Buy and Cook Treat

With the pandemic lockdown still in place and no kayak fishing, I had an opportunity to buy as a treat a commercially caught live Lobster at a great price.

In the video below, I prepare the Lobster by splitting into two halves and cleaning. I then prepare a great green sauce (sauce verte) then grill the Lobster halves and serve with the green sauce. In addition, I talk about how I dispatched the Lobster. Bon Appétit!

How to Make Assist Hooks for Jigs - Catch Mackerel, Cod, Pollock, etc

Fishing jigs rigged with assist hooks for vertical jigging and other types of fishing work well for many different species of fish.

In the video below, I show how I make my own assist hooks and talk about the components needed with a step-by-step guide on how to make them.