Every year, with the onset of the winter period, an increasing number of Russians in their free time strive to go into the countryside, to an exciting fishing activity. There are many tackles and various adaptations so that anglers do not return from fishing without a catch. Fishing gear "scarf" is often used by fishermen for fishing in the winter.
What is a kerchief for fishing?
“Scarf” - a screen tackle for fishing, having a triangular shape. It consists of a metal rod to which a mesh web is attached, having the shape of an isosceles triangle. At the top of which there is a ring, a rope is tied to it. With its help, the tackle is lowered into the water. The rod plays the role of a sinker, helping to lower the device under water. The mesh cells can have different sizes, depending on what kind of fish it is intended for.
For fishing small fish of small size, it is enough to put a net with a cell up to 20 mm, for fishing large fish a net with a mesh size of 50 or more millimeters is suitable. Therefore, the larger the fish you want to catch, the mesh should have a larger cell, and vice versa.
How to use?
Used fishing gear “scarf” is very simple. A hole is drilled in the ice, the dimensions of which will allow to lower the metal rod attached to the base of the triangle. Feed is thrown into the hole, which is prepared on their own or bought at a fishing store.
During fishing on the first ice, when the fish has not yet sank to the bottom and is active, the “scarf” is lowered closer to the ice surface. Tackle during this period is the most catchy. And they act the same way closer to spring, then the fish rises up, as here the water contains a greater amount of oxygen.
In the middle of the winter period, the “scarf” fishing (winter tackle) is not used very often. Cold weather conditions and lack of food force fish to sink to the bottom of the reservoir, where in the silt you can find food and not freeze.
After the fish is plentifully fed, the “scarf” sinks into the hole. After a certain period of time, it should be checked. Fishermen who have extensive experience take this device with them every time they go out on the ice. They put a "scarf", periodically checking it, and at this time they continue to catch on other gear. The catch in this case will be much richer.
"Scarf" fishing: what to do
Simple and useful tackle can be made with your own hands.
Such a device will make any fisherman, even a beginner, this will require the following materials:
- fishing net canvas with the required mesh size;
- a metal rod or thick wire with a diameter of 5 mm and a length of 1.5 m, which will serve as a sinker;
- thick fishing line or nylon thread with a diameter of 0.8 mm.
How to make a fishing "scarf"?
- Lay the fishing net on a flat surface and cut out an isosceles triangle with scissors with a base equal to the length of the rod or wire.
- On a metal rod, make notches every 20 mm using a chisel to firmly attach the canvas to the rod.
- Attach the canvas, making a slight sag (without it, the tackle will not work correctly), using a fishing line or kapron thread to a metal rod in those places where the notches were applied.
- Pass a nylon thread through each cell of the side walls of the triangle. At the top of the triangle attach a ring to which the rope will be tied to lower it under water.
Where to buy a “scarf”?
Do-it-yourself fishing kerchief is done simply, but sometimes for some reason you don’t want to do this or not, then you can buy it at any store where fishing tackle is sold. It is even easier to buy this tackle in the online store by clicking several times with the mouse. Its cost is quite small - from 80 to 200 rubles.
Fishing technique for fishing “scarf”
Use this gear as follows:
- Using the method of samples to find a place for the fish.
- Make a bait. For different ponds, a separate bait is selected. Combined feeds are used, grains of any cereal crops previously steamed in water, breadcrumbs. Each fisherman selects all this individually, based on his experience, and beginners can consult with experienced fishermen. Successful fishing largely depends on the right feeding.
- The “kerchief” fishing goes down the rope into the hole. The end is tied to a stick so that the tackle does not go under water.
- The fish is very shy, so the hole is carefully masked. To do this, put small branches on it and sprinkle with snow. The rays of the sun through such a shelter will not penetrate under water, and the volume of noise will significantly decrease.
- After 20 minutes, the “scarf” should be checked, if it is empty, then you need to rearrange it in another hole.
Using a “scarf” to catch fry
One of the best bait for predators is bait fish. The fishing “scarf” is often used to catch small fish (fry). For this, the network fabric is taken with a small cell not exceeding 15 mm. Fishing is carried out in the usual way, only it should be remembered that the male should remain alive. In this case, he remains on the hook for a long time with a movable bait.
In severe frost, it is better to raise the tackle from the hole together, so as not to freeze the fish, which is located below, if it is then used as live bait.
Fishing specifics
Fishing "scarf" mainly used as an additional fishing gear. It is great for catching bait fish (described above). During outdoor recreation, putting this unpretentious tackle, you can quickly catch a few fish on the ear or for grilling.
The “scarf” is also useful for fishing in bodies of water, where there are a lot of algae, they put gear only in small gaps.
Reviews
Experienced fishermen note that catching live bait fish for subsequent fishing with the help of a “scarf” is not difficult. In 25-40 minutes you can catch so many fry that they are enough for three fishermen. The only condition for successful fishing is a good knowledge of the reservoir.
Fishing "scarf" - well-known and effective tackle. It is easy to make and use even for beginner fishermen. It’s easy to catch a few roaches and perches in a short period of time.