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Unfortunately, that's why they call it FISHING
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If you want to consider freshwater, which is a completely different game, take a look at this link
Freshwater Locations and give that a try. Pickerel, bass and sunfish have all been eating pretty well this summer. You will need a fishing license to freshwater fish.
What type of rigs have you been using for saltwater, bait and what have you been targeting? I know you said anything, but different species require different tactics.
Anyone here will certainly try our best to give the information you will need to put you on fish. August is a weird month for all fishing. In general, it is usually a month when the fishing slows down, both fresh and salt waters. Juvenile fish are still too small to really be caught and the adults tend to feed less and head to cooler waters. However, with the mild summer, you may see August really break wide open.
You just need to keep at it and put in the time. You will eventually be rewarded with a catch. Fishing, whether you catch or not...as the saying goes, is certainly better than working. Enjoy fishing for the sport of getting out and having fun...and remember though fish have tiny, tiny pea brains...they will outsmart you more than once
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Good luck and enjoy!
