Learn put and take

Put and take is the easiest way into sport fishing. Stocked rainbow and brown trout in lakes and ponds, with a real chance of a catch the first time you stand at the water. Here are the guides in the order it is smart to learn them.

Start here

If everything is new, take it in order. What is put and take? explains the idea. The beginner guide then walks the whole way: permit, tackle, method and your first trip. How the permit works sorts what you must have in place before you fish.

Pick a method

Bait is the simplest and good for beginners and children. Spin is casting a lure and varying the pace. Fly is more of a challenge when you want to develop.

Avoid the usual traps

Some mistakes repeat among beginners, from tackle that is too heavy to dry knots. Read common beginner mistakes.

Fish with children

Put and take suits families. See family-friendly fishing and the buying guides.