Fishing Tournament Primer, Girls Trip: Costa Rica Fishing, Baitcasters vs. Spinners

Big Boat Captain Sets the Pace, Cast in the Wind, Reading Structure

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Women in Fishing Podcast Episode #7

Hosted by Chris Woodward, Executive Editor for Sport Fishing, this month’s podcast addresses how to get started in freshwater and saltwater fishing tournaments with guests Angie Scott, host of The Woman Angler & Adventurer Podcast and two-time qualifier for the Lady Bass Anglers Association Women’s Pro Bass Tour Classic, and Capt. Joan Vernon, founder of the Presidential Challenge billfish series and member of the IGFA Hall of Fame. We discussed: 

• Why should women want to participate in fishing competitions?

• What’s your best advice for women who want to start fishing tournaments?

• What’s it like to compete in an event?

Gear, Tackle, Travel and More

Why Baitcasters are Better than Spinning Reels

Put down the spinning reel and pick up a baitcaster on your next fishing trip. 

Stingray 273CC

Loaded with standard features and able to fish just about anywhere.

How-To Tips and Classes

Need to learn new knots or how to tie up new bait rigs? Here’s a selection of articles and class opportunities to help you dial in your tactics.

• Three Tips for Casting in the Wind
• Fishing Structure and Reading the Bottom
  
• Saltwater Fishing Tips
• How to Tie Fishing Knots