Fishing and technology are two things that go hand in hand. Even though fishing is one of the oldest activities known to man, this sport has been innovated with the use of technology.Â
In an attempt to cater to the needs of the modern anglers, in recent years, the IT specialists have developed mobile apps that one can use when fishing.Â
These apps are intuitive and they allow anglers to catch fish in a smart and easy manner. In fact, most of them, are proficient enough to show fishers when and where to fish so that they can reel in their most impressive catches.Â
FishbrainÂ
Fishbrain is one of the most widely used mobile apps by anglers. Once you sign in, the app browses through millions of angling locations and it can help you select a good one for fishing. It also supplies users with info regarding the kind of bait one should use, the weather forecast and members can also get fishing tips and tricks from more experienced fishers.Â
The app also provides users with fishing maps and with the possibility to get in touch with other anglers from their area. If you are an avid fisherman, you can also help fellow anglers by recording your catches. Plus, Fishbrain can also be utilized as a personal catch log. This way, you can view your angling history.
Pro Angler
If you are a saltwater fisherman, Pro Angler is the app for you. It includes more than 15,000 fishing hotspots, weather maps, guides on how to catch various species of fish and easy-to-understand fishing regulations.
You can also log in to see what’s biting in your area. The app also features a digital wallet where you can store your fishing documents such as your licenses or favorite recipes.
Fishidy
Fishidy is another app that can help you take your fishing to the next level. The app allows you to connect with other anglers form your area and share your best fishing stories with them. It also provides the user with reports about the current water conditions.Â
The app delivers info on 180 saltwater locations, 1750 streams, and no less than 20,000 lakes. Besides, this app is free and it can be downloaded on smartphones that run both on Android and iOS.
Navionics Boating Marine & Lakes
If you are one of those anglers who like to combine fishing with boating, the Navionics Boating Marine & Lakes is the type of app that was specially developed for you. Seasoned anglers love it because it features up to date charts that can be easily downloaded. It also includes tracks, marks, and info on tides and currents.
If you decide to pay for a subscription, you will also be provided with tools that you can use to customize your chart view. You will also get the possibility to map your trajectory in real-time. Once created, the maps are stored on your phone or tablet so that you can use them time and time again.
This app is particularly handy for those anglers who do not have GPS capabilities on their boats, but who own and use smartphones. Besides, it is also a great app to have on your phone whenever you go ice fishing.Â
Knot Guide
All novice fishermen who want to learn more about knots should consider downloading this app. As its name suggests, Knot Guide provides users with guides about how to tie more than 100 knots.Â
To make the app as easy to use as possible, the app developers have divided the knots into 18 distinct categories, including sailing, climbing and binding knots. Each category features additional info such as visual guides on how to tie each knot as well as the uses for each of them. However, it should be pointed out that this app is only compatible with phones that use iOS.
Fishing Knots Lite
All Android users can try out the Fishing Knots Lite app. This free app supplies users with pictorial guides on how to tie a wide array of knots, from attaching flies, swivels, and hooks, to how to tie various types of bait.
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