When we talk about fishing many people look at catching a fish as something we need to survive. They associate food with survival and think that is exactly what fishing is all about. What many of us dont know is that while in big business two billion pounds of fish are consumed each and every year very little of it is from the end of a fishing line. The big business fish is used for food to feed our world but only a few are used for fish when they come off a hook on the end of our line.

We can get involved in many hobbies in our lifetime but honestly when it comes to fishing it has quickly become one of the most preffered hobbies in the world. So when it comes to looking for a recreational activity feel free to grab a rod and reel and go fishing.

If you think fishing isnt huge then I will throw a number at you that is going to be hard to fathom. Each year over 15 million fishing licences are sold and that number goes up each year. That also doesnt include people that in many places that require a license like kids and seniors.

Another thing to think about as to how huge this industry is the money that is being spent. It is figured that for every dollar spent on a license there is almost 25 spent on things that are needed for fishing. This stuff can be tackle, food, boats, clothing and so forth. There is more money spent on the hobby of fishing as compared to any other hobby out there.

There is no doubt that fishing is the greatest hobby out there. When you are holding the end of a fishing rod its like it takes all your problems away for a while. Many people dont know that fishing has even been used for therapy even in children with problems. When you truly see all the benefits you will see why fishing is by far the best hobby you could participate in.

There are several types of equipment you can buy for your fishing adventures. Even in almost all cases the cheaper equipment is still a good start for your fishing. Youngsters want to fish and they really dont care if their rod is worth ten bucks or a hundred bucks.

Young people are always looking for something to do. Once you introduce them to fishing for the most part they will not need to look any more for things to do.

When you take a long hard look it is easy to realize how important fish and fishing is to people. Fishing is easily the best hobby anyone will ever look at. Just sit back and remember that a bad day of fishing is better then a good day at work.