Weekend Fishing Trip Checklist

Heading away for a quick fishing mission? Nothing worse than rocking up and realising you forgot something crucial. Here’s the ultimate checklist to make sure your weekend trip goes smooth.

🎣 Essential Tackle

  • Rods & reels (spooled and ready)
  • Spare line & leaders
  • Lures & bait (pack extras)
  • Sinkers, swivels, hooks
  • Pliers, scissors, knife

🧰 Tools & Gear

  • Tackle bag or box
  • Spare batteries/headlamp
  • Knife sharpener
  • First aid kit

🧢 Clothing & Comfort

  • Sun shirt, hat, sunnies
  • Rain jacket
  • Sunscreen & insect repellent
  • Snacks & water

🚤 If You’re Taking the Boat

  • Safety gear (PFDs, flares, EPIRB)
  • Fuel & spare jerry
  • Anchor & rope

👉 Pro Tip: Keep a “go bag” with bulk essentials (hooks, leaders, jigs) so you never leave them behind.

👉 Stock up your go bag here with bulk packs of tackle.

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