7 Inshore Mistakes I See All The Time (And How To Fix Them)
- By: Pat Ogletree
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- Found In: Fishing Tips, Inshore Fishing, Weekly Newsletter: 05-11-25
With starting anything new there is always a learning curve and that is especially true when it comes to fishing. But I do understand the frustration when you have been trying but are still coming up empty-handed. That’s why I wanted to make this video, to cut down the learning curve so you can start catching more fish now.
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In this video you will learn the top 7 mistakes that I see new inshore anglers make and what to do about them. I speak from experience because I have made these same mistakes plenty of times myself. With just some small corrections, you can turn those skunk trips into catching trips!
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What’s one small change you made that helped you start catching more fish?
-Pat
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Some great insights. I rarely find myself on a pier fishing anymore but when I have I’m guilty of just what you said. Instead of dropping down beside the structure I’d cast out to who knows what. Moving on from a dead zone is another good one to remember
my aha moment came when I realized I was making too much noise in my kayak. I retired to FL and started fishing salt for the first time. We can make some noise up North in our boats or kayaks but not down here! Thanks for the great tips!
The saying in our family has always been, “stick and move, baby”. We never stayed in one spot very long if the bite wasn’t there.
No doubt the live and fresh bait is best. Like you said I bought a bag of mullet and guess what my wife caught a big RAY, Pat it was a pleasure meeting you last Saturday.
Hey Pat off point question I cant seem to get any of your videos , I tried a few things but still no luck who might I reach out to thanks in advance george
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Terrific reminders, Pat!
Thanks James!
Great tips Pat! Does the same technique apply to freshwater fishing? Do freshwater fish like the same kind of structure as saltwater fish?
Structure is key no matter where you go, fresh or salt. In fresh water things like down trees, lily pads, standing grass and docks are great places to look.
Pat, this is what I do in between wake ups in the middle of the night. It helps me dream better. Thanks as always
Thanks for watching!
My “Aha !” moment was when I learned to fish the down-stream side of structure…🤪
That’s a good one!
Great information 🙏
Thanks Jamie!