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FelonFinder
07-07-2004, 02:30 PM
As a boy, I used to fish a lot with a worm on the bottom, for whatever would bite. When the fising was slow, I would sing, and I noticed that whenever I sang, fishing would pick up.

As an adult, I seldom subscribe to such theories as they seem somewhat, well, immature. However...

I have noticed time and again that fish tend to strike when I am not thinking about what I am doing. If I step away from my pole, start staring off into space, daydreaming, or, yes, even singing.

Theory: Fish are able to detect predatory instincts which eminate from humans while they fish. When humans disengage from concentrating on catching fish, these predatory urges are no longer sensed by the fish, and they are more relaxed about taking the bait.

Now I know this sounds silly, but seriously, haven't you noticed this pattern while you are fishing? Maybe there is a less ethereal explanation, but I like mine. :applause:

Fishouttawater
07-07-2004, 08:45 PM
Actually, I do notice sometimes seeming to have more success with still water bait fishing when I am not thinking about it. I think its possible that when using "watch and wait" fishing techniques the time simply passes faster and bites seem closer together. What do you think?

Striper Club
07-07-2004, 08:54 PM
If I am trying too hard, I get the 'Pilgrim' syndrome. For the luck of all fishermen within at least 100 yards, please, please, please make sure I am not a 'Pilgrim'!!! :yay: ...and feel free to chuck bananas (not rotten!) at me whenever possible if you see me missing hookups!!

FelonFinder
07-07-2004, 10:07 PM
Maybe the temporal displacement theory is right. That is, "a watched pot never boils".

Didn't you ever walk outside without your BB gun and notice how the birds just sit there, but the minute you walk out with your Red Ryder, they all flee the scene?

Today I was within 10 yards of a wild elk. He didn't care, but I was holding a camera, not a weapon. I think he knew. :crazy:

bassfishingnw
07-10-2004, 01:54 PM
When I'm bass fishing and things are not going as good as I would hope I start singing Johnny Cash's "Burning Ring of Fire" and I usally get bit!

Give it a try and you'll be suprised! Hey... whatever works!!

:cheers: