Fishing is one of America’s favorite outdoor sports and there are many different lures that can be used to snag the catch of the day. Most lures are plastic and can be bought at any local department store. Another type that is very popular is the wooden lure. These types of lures can be purchased or the fisherman can learn how to make wooden freshwater fishing lures out of everyday items such as an aluminum can and a peg type clothes pin.
Wooden fishing lures can be purchased in local sporting goods stores and on line, each with different characteristics and sizes. They range from $5 to $80, depending on the manufacturer. However, a wooden fishing lure can be hand made in very little time and have great results. Here is a simple guide on how to make one.
1. Cut open and flatten an aluminum can. With thick gloves, cut the can into a square sheet of aluminum.
2. With metal shears or scissors that are sharp enough to cut metal, carefully cut fish shaped pieces from the sheet of aluminum. Cut a variety of sizes and taper them on the ends. The idea is to make them look like a small fish larger fish will prey on.
3. The next step is to cut a slit in the head of a clothes pin, about a half inch deep. Add some strong adhesive into the cut and insert the aluminum fish into the slit.
4. A hole should be drilled for the gluing of the hook. The hook should be secured by an adhesive such as Super glue.
5. The legs of the clothespin should be cut off flush with the head of the pin. When that is accomplished, a hole can be drilled in the front of the head so that straight pins with beads can be added for the look of eyes.
6. The final step is to paint the lure. Most fish tend to be attracted to bright colors such as red, orange and yellow.
It is very handy to be able to make freshwater wooden fishing lures. These can catch many fish without paying for the name brand lures that are sold nationwide. They can also be customized with feathers and spinning objects to attract even bigger fish.
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