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Fortunately, in recent years carp fishing has become looked at more favorably in North America and its popularity and reputation is on the rise. Carp fishers now appreciate the confrontation between themselves and the larger, more spirited carp. Catching carp can become a real competition between you and the fish, so it's imperative to have the proper tackle, methods, and bait for optimum results.

There are many groups and forums that are dedicated to carp fishing, and you can learn a lot by becoming part of one of these groups. Europe, of course, has the most groups; however, even today, you can join groups that have formed in both Canada and the United States. It's a simple matter to search online and find local groups interested in carp fishing. However, if you can't find anything locally, joining an online forum or finding blogs dedicated to carp fishing can prove just as informative. Without a doubt, "experience is the best teacher" and if you really want to get some hands on experience, go out carp fishing whenever you can get away. It's just as important to learn what not to do as what to do when carp fishing. Novice carp fishers can make mistakes without even knowing it and run the fish off. The fact that you're in the vicinity can be easily detected by the sensitive carp if you don't be careful about what you do. So when you approach your fishing area, keep a low profile as much as possible. Try not to talk to the other fishers in your group or, if you must talk, do so in a whisper and only if you have to. When you are setting up your base camp or area, be as quiet with the equipment as possible. If you disturb the water in any way, by walking in the shallows or using it to rinse off gear, the fish will leave because you have signaled to them that you have arrived. One very prominent sensitivity that carp have is to vibrations. Tread lightly when you have arrived at your location. And, also, don't forget their other sensitivities to the sounds you make, smells (tobacco?), and light.

When carp fishing, it's best to be familiar with the habits of these fish to increase your chances of success. Carp thrive best, and are more abundant, when the water in which they live is warm - between 60F and 70F is ideal. If the temperature is below 50F, carp generally don't feed, so you should focus your efforts in warmer waters. You are most likely to find carp in places where they have some protection, either natural or manmade. Bridge, rock outcroppings, lily pads, stands of reeds along the banks, and brush overhanging the water are all good places for a carp to seek shelter. Of course, it's best to become familiar with the area in which your fishing so that you can learn where the carp can be found. You will be learning new skills for successful carp fishing as the techniques you may have used in the past for trout, walleye, or other fish won't be the same as for carp fishing. You need to pay attention to the guidelines we've given you here and, also very important, become familiar with the location and body of water that you want to fish in. As with any new skill, success will come with practice and experience - and patience. Don't give up too soon.