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What's the best type of net to use?

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Umbrella dip nets and cast nets will both work. Just be sure to check your area’s regulations regarding the use of specific types of nets.

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How do you catch fish in a hand net?

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You can wait until you see some fish and then scoop them up out of the water.

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How do you catch a small fish with a rod?

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Use a small hook, small bait and no sinker. Don't be scared of throwing in some bait to get them feeding, and allow plenty of slack in the line so the fish swallows the bait before realizing they're being tricked.

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Catch large fish with plastic

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You can use a plastic bag to trap fish in the net-in-the-gap method, or use a plastic bottle to make a funnel trap.

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