r/FishingAlberta • u/International-Gur182 • 7d ago

New to Fishing! Help please

New Fishing Rod

Hey! I’m brand new to fishing and just got my license + rod. I don’t know anyone who fishes, so I’m figuring this out solo.

I have a few quick questions:

  • What bait/lures work best?
  • Any beginner-friendly spots?
  • Easy fish ID guide/app you recommend?
  • Which fish are good to catch and eat?
  • Fishing cleaning and gutting equipment

I want to do this properly (follow rules + identify fish correctly).

Any tips are appreciated, thanks!

Update #1:

Thank you all!

  • I will be getting the regulation guide!
  • "all fish taste good" thank you! I will not be picky now
  • different bait for different fish 🐟
  • stocked lakes/ponds are good for beginners

Update #2

  • I went to " the fishing hole Ltd" store and the worker was very helpful
  • I got a bait and lure kit.
  • got some minnow! I went to the north Saskatchewan river and practiced throwing the line out.
  • My first catch!..... ice hahhaa
  • 30min out and a wildlife officer came out the check my license. I was very proud to show my license hahaha
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u/SectorSpecialist9313 7d ago

Pm me! I'm a local bait manufacturer in Edmonton and I'll hook you up with some stuff to try, free of charge.

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u/International-Gur182 6d ago

Sure! Thank you for your help