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Tactics When Fishing for
Carp Near Snags or Trees
When fishing snags, tree lines or next to awkward features you will
generally have more success if you place the rig tight under the tree
coverage, or very close to the snag during the day. The reason is that many
carp tend to hold up right under the trees, or directly in the snags during
daylight hours. This may be because there is noise and/or a disturbance, or
probably due to the general angling pressure from anglers. Whatever the
reason, carp prefer to hold up in “safe” areas where they rarely get caught.
In the past, I have placed effective carp fishing rigs up to 6 feet away
from hanging trees when casting to the opposite bank, and on many occasions,
have not caught all day. Yet, as soon as I have managed to get the rig right
under the tree, I have caught carp almost immediately. This has happened to
me on numerous occasions when fishing to both snags and trees. Even when
fishing against islands, I have sometimes had to cast right against the
island bank in order to get action during the day.
A Different Story at Night
During the night time I have noticed I can relax with the accuracy. At night
the carp will come out from the snags because it’s usually much quieter.
This is the best time to position a rig further away from a snag feature and
more into open water.
Casting rig away from snag at night also gives other benefits:
1. You won’t have to struggle trying to get a rig tight under a tree in
darkness
2. You get more time before the carp reaches the snag after bite.
In point 1 above, it is obvious why you don’t want to be trying to cast
accurately in the dark. Yes, you can use the clip, but you could still be
off target either left or right, plus you wont see if it’s about to be
heading for any hanging branches. Also, not fishing the “safe” spot gives it
time to rest the area so fish will feel safe there during the next day.
In point 2, you have distance from the snags. At night you don’t really want
a rig too close to a snag because if a fish takes it, the carp can be tied
into the snag before you’ve got out of the sack!
During the day it’s ok, you can lock up when fishing next to snags, and
you’ll be able to stay close to the rods, so if a fish takes the bait,
you’ll be in the best position to control the fish and guide it away from
any snag.
Fishing for carp in snags or other “safe” areas can be very productive if
you approach it correctly. You should always think about your fishing
tactics before starting the session.
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