Monday, 3 April 2017

Tips On Child Safety When Trolling For Striped Bass

By Gregory Powell


Most people who fish do not do it as a sport, rather because it is an activity that is relaxing and fun. Just like any other activity, if you want to get the most out of it then you should be careful especially if you are doing into this venture with your child. It is your responsibility to keep the child safe as you get into this venture. Here is a guide on how you can keep your baby safe when trolling for striped bass.

You will agree that sanitation is something we cannot afford to overlook as we go about our activities. It is no different in this case more so now that children are in the picture. Cleaning of the hands, specifically if you will be eating soon, is imperative after coming into contact with fish. This will go a long way in ensuring children do not get any water-borne infections.

At the same time, you ought to be prepared in case of any emergencies. That is the reason that when you go into the water, you still should carry with you a first aid kit. Make sure that the kit is fully stocked with anything that you might need. Think about everything through and anything that might go wrong. If you do this, you will be putting the life of your child safe.

Since you will be dealing with hooks, you need to ensure that you train your child how to best handle this situation. Show them what hooks are and then tell them of the dangers and the harm that they might cause. You ought to also teach them how they need to be handled.

Educating kids on issues surrounding tackles is also very crucial. You should not leave the tackle like hooks and lures lying around anyhow. Make sure that there is no one close by as you cast and make sure the lures are carefully held, mostly the once that have multiple hooks. Do not stand in your fellow fishers way when they are casting or use the hook remover when the hooks are tricky to get rid of the mouth of the fish.

Now that water will surround you, this is already danger in itself. It would only be wise to have your child wear a PFD (Personal Flotation Device) like a life jacket when they get on the water. Additionally, never leave children unattended when near water. In case you are to use a boat, enlighten your child in matters to do with boating safety.

Being around a large amount of water is a danger by itself that is the reason that you also should have a child wears a floating device. The life jacket will help them be safe when they get into the water.At the same time, you also carry an umbrella. Bundling up the warm coat on a chilly day will help you keep warm. If the sun is too hot, you should use sunscreen to protect the body. You should wear a hut and sunglasses.

Here we are. You are now up to date with what it takes to stay safe as you explore the waters. Wishing you a great time, and do not forget to keep the above tips in mind.




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