The Advantages Of Kayak Fishing

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The popularity of kayaks continues to grow as anglers learn about the benefits of fishing from them.  These canoe cousins make excellent fishing vessels and can be decked out with a lot of useful equipment.  Kayaks offer many advantages over fishing from a motor powered boat.

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Some of the advantages kayaks offer include:

• Kayaks do not require fuel.  The power that moves these watercraft around is the angler using an oar or paddle.
• In many states a kayak doesn't have to be registered before hitting the water as long as the sole method of propelling it is an oar or a paddle.
• Kayaks allow anglers to get into places that boats can't go.  Shallow water can be a real challenge or even impossible to explore in a boat with a motor hanging off the back.
• When care is taken in propelling the kayak, it can allow the fisherman/woman to sneak into their desired fishing location without scaring the fish.
• A kayak can be transported atop a car or SUV thus eliminating the need for a trailer.
• When using a kayak you can position yourself right at the edge of the moss in the shallow water and cast your lure in any number of directions.
• A kayak allows you to gain access to ponds and streams that would be impossible to get a boat into.
• A kayak doesn't have to be insured.
• A kayak can be launched from virtually anywhere there is a shoreline eliminating the need for a boat ramp.  (No more waiting in line to launch or trailer your boat!)
• By using a kayak you will not have to pay a rental fee for a boat slip at the marina.
• Operating a kayak will provide you with exercise while you enjoy one of your favorite sports.

From saving money to near silent navigation, a kayak offers benefits that no motor powered boat can provide.  Who knows the act of simply navigating the water in a kayak may become one of your favorite pastimes.  

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