I recommend having both a permanent pole mounted light showing an all round white light and also having a handheld flashlight handy that can be shone in the direction of any approaching watercraft. Lights and Illumination - Carrying a light on your kayak at night is not only a legal requirement in some areas it is also a must for use in high traffic areas to ensure other water users can see you. All of your plan information can be passed on to the emergency services should you not return as planned and will hugely assist the services in any search, should it be required. Verbally communicating this information to someone is okay, but writing it down is infinitely more reliable. The plan should include when and where you plan to launch your kayak, the area where you are intending to fish and of course your expected return to land and return to home times.
The Planĭon’t forget it is also important to share the details of your fishing plan with someone back on land before your departure. Using a light that has either a red light function or a low light output option is handy so your night vision isn’t compromised when handling rigs or fish. Handheld VHF radios are very affordable and easy to use, you should do the Coastguard VHF Operators course and get yourself a registered VHF Call Sign too. The better choice is a submersible VHF radio. Kayak anglers should at least carry a mobile phone in a waterproof bag or case. If you feel you are out of your depth be sure to make yourself heard and tell the others you are uncomfortable following their lead, do not be afraid to tell them they are heading beyond your comfort level.Ĭommunications - In the event of an emergency on the water, it is critical to have reliable means of communication.
If you are fishing with others please do not bow to peer pressure. Skill Limit - At night it is important not to step outside your personal skill set don’t attempt to fish more challenging water than you usually do and don’t attempt to make trips to areas you wouldn’t normally fish in during daylight. Fish the shallow water first, snapper and other fish will often come in close once darkness has fallen.
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