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    I've never done any backpacking and fishing. Would a fishing pole be a good item in a BOB? Does anyone have any suggestions for a good, small, stout, tough, fishing pole? Maybe one that breaks down? I'm clueless in this area, any help would be appreciated. Thanks
    אני אעמוד עם ישו וישראל

  • #2
    ya fishing poles can be a good tool to have in the bob. i keep a collaspable one in the back pack with 20lb test on it and a small tackle box divider with few rubber worms, jigs, rattles, spinners, and even couple bobbers and multiple different size hooks. fishing isnt always easy just like hunting but also can use to catch turtles if not careful, which imo i would eat just as fast as fish. but its also something you could throw out with bait such as grub or worm or grass hopper and come back to check in few.
    Whats the point of having and not knowing how to use? You dont have a car and not know how to drive it do you? Having the tools for the job is worthless with out the knowledge of how to use it!

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    • #3
      oh and they run anywhere from $10-100 on amazon shakespear is alwas a good brand i use them now just on my fishing poles
      Whats the point of having and not knowing how to use? You dont have a car and not know how to drive it do you? Having the tools for the job is worthless with out the knowledge of how to use it!

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      • #4
        Shoot, as long as you have a few rolls of line and some hooks and tackle, a pole can be made from a green sapling.
        Be Prepared, Plan for the unexpected.

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        • #5
          I think that in a true PAW situtation I'm going to do more trot lines or nets than a single line. Before then I'll just do like Texas says and use a green willow for a pole.
          Survival question. What do I need most, right now?

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          • #6
            Originally posted by Texas Patriot View Post
            Shoot, as long as you have a few rolls of line and some hooks and tackle, a pole can be made from a green sapling.
            This is a great point, I did that as a kid.
            אני אעמוד עם ישו וישראל

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            • #7
              Ya might consider a Yo-Yo fishing reel....spring reel that sets the hook for you...tie it to a tree or dock or whatever and let it do the fishing for you. My grandpa used them off his dock, he would set them before he went bed and check them in the morning. nice and compact.

              "It's a trap!!!!" -- Admiral Ackbar

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              • #8
                One thing I didn't see here was.....have someone show you the easiest was to tie a fisherman's knot. The fishing line can be real slippery and doesn't tie well using standard knots. If you haven't got a way to shovel up a worm/grub etc. pull up some rocks or turn over a dead tree. Usually lots of goodies under those (at least up here in the N.E) to put on a line. Watch to see what kind of bugs the fish may be grabbing for. Some of them may be big enough to put on a hook. The sapling is an excellent idea. You don't have to carry it so no weight added to your pack and they are readily available. Just for other info......if your BIL or BOL location is going to stay in the same general area it might be a good idea to see what flies the locals use. Many of the older guys tie their own flies to fit into what the fish in their area like the best. They are very light weight and can be used with a little practice on a sapling. Gives you instant bugs.
                Last edited by Maid Marion; 11-25-2012, 02:30 PM. Reason: goof

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                • #9
                  Originally posted by Maid Marion View Post
                  One thing I didn't see here was.....have someone show you the easiest was to tie a fisherman's knot. The fishing line can be real slippery and doesn't tie well using standard knots. If you haven't got a way to shovel up a worm/grub etc. pull up some rocks or turn over a dead tree. Usually lots of goodies under those (at least up here in the N.E) to put on a line. Watch to see what kind of bugs the fish may be grabbing for. Some of them may be big enough to put on a hook. The sapling is an excellent idea. You don't have to carry it so no weight added to your pack and they are readily available. Just for other info......if your BIL or BOL location is going to stay in the same general area it might be a good idea to see what flies the locals use. Many of the older guys tie their own flies to fit into what the fish in their area like the best. They are very light weight and can be used with a little practice on a sapling. Gives you instant bugs.
                  Look up a Palomar Knot. Thats what I use for all my fishing lines hooks etc. You can find a video on youtube. Its easy fast and can be done in complete darkness with a little practice...And it is stronger than the line thats being tied...

                  BTW: I have a collapseable pole and real in my BOB along with some basic tackle. But then I fish alot and my location dictates that fishing will always be a part of my survival technique !
                  YOU MUST CONSUME ! YOU MUST CONSUME ! YOU MUST CONSUME !

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                  • #10
                    A great compact pole is one from an outfit named Emmrod www.emmrod.com. Very compact, and breakdown even smaller, and very light weight. You don't have to use it just for a BOB, it can be used anytime/where.

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                    • #11
                      I wanted to respond earlier but my wife and I are divided on this.
                      I am a very experienced Mountaineer/backpacker. With that experience in mind, I would almost always say no to packing a fishing pole. The exception is unless you KNOW that you'll be near lakes and/or rivers with fish in them while bugging out.

                      Something that I cannot stress enough is WIEGHT! Every single time I go out with rookies, they end up getting their butts kicked because they brought too much stuff. Ounces equate to pounds as the miles tick on. Unless you're in great shape, put only the bare minimum in your pack.

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                      • #12
                        Another option is a 'hobo fishing kit'. I've seen them built around cans, pvc pipes, or pieces of wood. I keep one in my pickup built around a drillbit holder. Basicly a container with hooks, lines, weights, floats, cooking foil, matches, seasonings, and small blade with line wraped around to act as rod and reel.

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                        • #13
                          Originally posted by Freebirde View Post
                          Another option is a 'hobo fishing kit'. I've seen them built around cans, pvc pipes, or pieces of wood. I keep one in my pickup built around a drillbit holder. Basicly a container with hooks, lines, weights, floats, cooking foil, matches, seasonings, and small blade with line wraped around to act as rod and reel.


                          Young kid does not show you using it, but has a nice set up. I have seen people use bottles also.

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