Tip 4: Don’t Try to Set the Hook to Soon
When fishing for Northern pike you have to be careful not to try and set the hook too soon. This species won’t take the bait right away. Instead, they’ll hit the bait and let go a few times before actually taking it. When he’s taken the bait for good, he’ll pull the float under and this is when you can set the hook.

Tips 5: Know When and Where to Fish
When it comes to most species you’ll hear anglers say nighttime is the best time to go fishing. This is not the case with the Northern pike. The best time to seek them out is from early morning to late evening because they tend to lie under the surface of the water and soak up the sun instead of hiding from it.

Look for them in weedy areas and around other types of cover. They usually stay near the shoreline or in waters around fifteen feet deep or less. This is not a school fish, which means they won’t be swimming in groups but they do move around a lot following prey. Therefore, if you find their food source, they should be close by.

The pike is considered a predator fish and they can be very aggressive. However, they’re not very ambitious. For this reason, they’re also considered an opportunistic eater and will seek out the food that is most convenient for them. The more you learn about this species the easier it will be for you to reel in more fish.

Anytime you go fishing pay attention to your surroundings. Being alert is the key to a successful fishing trip. It will help you find the fish faster giving you more time to reel them in instead of searching for them. Being alert reduces the chances of having an accident while on the water as well since many accidents occur from simply being careless.

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