• When you’ re done fishing and before you leave the boat ramp, trim the outboard motor all the way down, remove the kill switch and turn the engine over for just a second to pump out any water that may still be inside the motor. Remove any mud or plant debris from the boat or equipment and thoroughly drain livewells or anywhere else water may have pooled to stop the spread of invasive species. Storing the boat high and dry for two days before fishing a different body of water can also help. •
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Tips for fall / winter fishing safety and success
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Fall represents a multitude of outdoor opportunities, but fishing, for many, remains a top priority. Fact is, it’ s a great time of year to be on the water. Here’ s some thoughts to remember from BoatU. S. Angler and SD Game, Fish & Parks.
• With the pleasure boating season over there are fewer potential rescuers to assist you in an emergency, so if you fish alone, leave a float plan with your spouse, friend or anyone willing to call authorities if you haven’ t checked back in at a predetermined time.
• For late fall and winter, a spray-on line conditioner will help keep your lines ice-free.
• Wear layers of clothing – preferably synthetic or wool – but never cotton. It’ s a poor insulator when wet.
• Bring along high-energy foods like granola bars and warm drinks. It’ s important to keep hydrated in col, dry air. Stay away from alcohol, which dilates blood vessels and cools your body’ s core.
• Cold water drains energy and body heat rapidly. If you fall overboard, a life jacket can give you the time you need to pull yourself back in the boat before the effects of hypothermia set in. Vest styles can provide warmth both in and out of the water while automatically inflating life jackets allow great freedom of movement and fit over bulky winter clothing. Also, make sure you have a method to get back in the boat, like a built-in boarding ladder or a short length of rope with loops for footholds that is firmly attached to a cleat or other fixed object.
• Always check weather before you go out, especially on big water. With hypothermia a very real threat, sudden squalls can be deadly.
• When you’ re done fishing and before you leave the boat ramp, trim the outboard motor all the way down, remove the kill switch and turn the engine over for just a second to pump out any water that may still be inside the motor. Remove any mud or plant debris from the boat or equipment and thoroughly drain livewells or anywhere else water may have pooled to stop the spread of invasive species. Storing the boat high and dry for two days before fishing a different body of water can also help. •
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