Deep Sea Fishing Safety Tips

Thrill, adrenaline rush are other names for deep sea fishing.

Imagine you in a fair distance from the land and fishing in waters 30 feet or deeper for some tuna, marlins, sharks and swordfish. Isn't that exciting? It could easily feature as one of those 100 things to do in life before dying. Deep sea fishing or not, fishing safety is something you can't just ignore. Let us now take a look at these tips.

Most importantly before heading out for deep sea fishing or offshore fishing as it is also known, check the weather updates. It is the primary duty of the captain of the ship anyway but it does not hurt to study the report and be sure of no storms coming your way. You also need to be aware of the surroundings. If you happen to know the area well, it will be much easier for you to catch these big game fish.

Double checking your fishing gears a day or two before heading out on that adventurous fishing trip is a smart move. This will guarantee that all that you need from fishing reels to lures, flashlights and first aid kits, lures and extra food supplies are in order so that you don't have to worry abut replacing them in the twelfth hour.

Fishing close to the reef is a good idea. This is due to the fact that smaller fish live near reefs and this is where bigger game fish come to feed. Also keep a close watch the schools of dolphins, yellowfin tunas are known to be schooling with dolphins so there is a clue of what you should do.

For novice anglers it is advisable to go deep sea fishing for the first few times with an experienced fishing guide. He will know the good fishing spots and also some master techniques of how and where to find the game fish that you hope to catch. In case of emergency, a fishing guide is also going to be very helpful.

The radio, the GPS, all should be in a working condition and check just before you leave the dock. Personal Floatation Devices (PFD) or life jackets or rafts, lifeboats, even fire extinguishers are a must, and make sure you know where they are kept. This will save so much time when there is an unpleasant emergency situation. If something goes wrong, it is important not to panic and stay calm, especially if there are children accompanying you on the trip.

Practicing boat safety is a must. With your without children on the boat, you must always remember that you are way away from the shore and that too in the deep sea. You must always be cautious and alert. Never let a kid fish for one of these big catches, they are not yet strong enough to win a battle against the huge game fish.Even when you are aiming for that spectacular marlin, see to it that your fishing rod is securely anchored as well as you are attached to the boat in some way in case your rod gets free.

Don't forget to leave your vital information with somebody before you leave. It will become a lot easier to get in touch with you- just in case. Happy Fishing!

Allan Simons is a fishing enthusiasts is a. expert fisherman from Australia. He writes various articles on fishing, fishing tackles, tips and techniques, and other such related subjects