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Rain Old fishing lore claims that an angler can catch more fish during a rainfall. As it turns out, science has proved this fact to be true. Most freshwater fish do become more active when it’s raining, and they start looking for food. One reason is the dramatic changes in barometric pressure before and after rain. Those barometric changes directly stimulate the fish’s lateral line as well as another internal organ called the swim bladder, which increases a fish’s appetite for that delicious bait on your hook. So, you catch more fish! After heavy rain, fish start biting in small lakes and ponds, and there’s a reason why. When lots of rain pours from the sky onto the land, the excess water then flows into the lakes and ponds. The flow of water picks up loose dirt along the way and takes it into the body of water. The soil makes the water muddy. The traveling water also carries lots of insect life and worms into the pond, which sends the fish into a feeding frenzy. Dirty water obscures the fishes’ ability to see clearly, and in their haste, they gobble up your bait, not detecting the hook until it’s too late. Always Ask Permission Never assume that it is okay to fish in any location. If the body of water is on private land, ask your parents or legal guardian to ask the owner for permission to fish on the property. If an owner refuses, respect their decision, and look for another location. If a landowner grants permission for you to fish on their land, be sure to thank them for the privilege. Ask whether there are any rules you should follow when fishing.

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