🎣 Fishing

What to pack

• A local fishing licence - Most countries require one; check the rules and buy it before you cast.
• Travel rod + reel - A packable multi-piece rod fits in a case and covers most holiday fishing. Find on Amazon →
• A small tackle selection - Hooks, weights, line and a few lures or flies suited to local waters. Find on Amazon →
• Polarised sunglasses - Cut surface glare so you can read the water and spot fish. Find on Amazon →
• Waterproof boots or waders - For shorelines, riverbanks and wading cold northern rivers. Find on Amazon →
• Pliers, line clippers, a net - The small tools that make handling and releasing fish easy. Find on Amazon →
• Know the local rules - Seasons, size limits and catch-and-release customs vary - respect them.

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