How to Go Jug Line Fishing

Jug Line fishing is nothing new. The idea first originated when plastic bottles came out. They are air tight, which allows them to float freely and then be retrieved. This article will explain how to do Jug Line Fishing. Jug Line Fishing has to be done in a lake or pond. They can't be used on a stream or river with a current. You also need a boat to retrieve the jugs and check them for fish.

First get your jugs together. Make sure they are air tight. If the jug has a solid handle on it, it will be easier to place a line on it. Take a marker and write your name and license number on it. Also, put a large number on them. This way a Game Warden or other fishers will know who the jugs belong to.

Next cut nylon string three to four feet in length. Know how deep your lake or pond is. Deeper lakes might take longer strings. Place your hooks on one end of the string. About four inches up from the hook, place a weight or a sinker. You want just enough weight to hold the hook and the bait low in the water.

Tie the other end of the string to the jug, preferably the handle. Now just add your bait and you are good to go. For bait, you want to use live bait if possible. Worms, minnows, and grubs work great. You can also use cottonseed, liver, or dough bait. I have seen some dough bait made with Wheaties. You could probably make your own bait recipe.

Take your jugs out in the boat and place them apart from each other. I recommend that you space them out as far as you can. This is to avoid them getting tangled. It also gives you a better chance of catching fish. You should then check your Jug Lines every two hours. Every time you check your line, place fresh bait on them. Always keep them spaced apart.

Note; When you are done, always remove the Jug Lines from the lake or pond. This is a responsibility to take seriously. Leaving them in is bad for fish, livestock, and other individuals that want to enjoy the lake.

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