Whiting is a popular and delicious fish species to catch from a boat. With the right techniques and equipment, it’s an achievable and thrilling experience. In this guide, we’ll take you through everything you need to know to catch whiting from a boat effectively.
Choose the right gear: Make sure you have rods and reels, baits, hooks, lures, weights, appropriate clothing, and safety equipment such as life jackets and sunglasses.
Understand the behavior of whiting:
Whiting are active fish that like to move around a lot. They tend to be more active during sunrise and sunset hours and prefer shallow waters with plenty of structure such as rocks and weeds.
Use the right bait: The most effective bait for catching whiting is live worms or small fish. However, you can also use artificial lures or spinners to attract them. Make sure your bait is fresh.
Cast and retrieve your line: Cast your line straight out in front of the boat and slowly reel in while jiggling your rod. Whiting tend to strike quickly, so be ready for a fast reaction time.
Be patient: Catching whiting can be a slow process as they are more finicky fish than some others. However, with patience and persistence, you’ll eventually catch one or two.
Release your catch responsibly: Cut off the head and throw it overboard to prevent the fish from suffering and ensure that they can grow and reproduce in the future.
Clean up after yourself: Always clean up after yourself when fishing by disposing of any trash or debris properly and avoiding leaving behind any unused bait or gear.
