Fishing For Complete Beginners - Get Started Fishing!

Starting fishing in the easiest way possible, using a float and whip.
Buy our Simple Fishing Guidebook here! www.fishwithcarl.co.uk
Tackle Shop Shopping List
3m Telescopic Whip
Ready Tied Rig (small barbless hook)
Small pan net and handle
Disgorger
Plummet
Half a pint of maggots
You could also buy some spare 'hooks to nylon' which are small hooks already tied to line, incase you snap yours.
I created Fishing Tutorials to help people learn about fishing and catch more fish!
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[@fishingtutorials]

Hi! To improve your fishing and catch more fish, check out my Simple Fishing Guidebook! With 100 pages of tips, rigs, knots, bait + lure advice and 21 in-depth species guides, you’ll definitely improve your knowledge and skills. Get yours here: fishwithcarl.co.uk/products/the-simple-fishing-guidebook

[@LoveMeEmoxx]

As a woman, wanting to start a male dominated hobby can be intimidating. Watching Omi was encouraging, and helped to relieve some anxiety of finally stepping into a tackle shop. Would love to see more of this and your shared experience :)

[@fishingtutorials]

Amazing to hear that this video helped you! Omi and I will definitely be fishing more together this year. :)

[@Inthegroove2024]

I'd say its not just a female that feels anxiety entering a tackle shop, i havent fished for 25 years and am getting ready to try again, however that feeling of nervousness in the shops is all too apparent.

[@perez6588]

Me too 😂I don’t know anything about it but my kids wanted to go fishing so here I am watching fishing videos

[@thatbritmonke]

lol u got it dw

[@emrhcyln1780]

Rod/reel combo with fishing kit as an emergency setup kzbin.infoUgkxntWMOZsO1Zfv-pdn_XuffEtNkTYAYu4Z recommend but started to use this every day. The rod is thick and seems durable. I keep it neatly tucked into a regular backpack all the time with my fishing gear, and can grab it anytime, put it on my back and go anywhere. I just read in another review that the rod length below the reel is adjustable as well, so I will try that too for even more portability. Probably the best setup I've ever owned. I lost the cap for the eyelets, but no big deal since I still have the black cloth sheath that came for the pole and I use that. Very portable and high quality.

[@thedubster9346]

I live in Croatia and ehen i started fishing, i watched your videos all the time, still enyoi them after 2 years

[@fishingtutorials]

Amazing :) Happy to hear that!

[@YoutubeOrganism]

11:22 the look on Omi’s face is exactly what fishing is about, the feeling reward and excitement after landing a nice fish Great videos Carl, very informative and easy to understand

[@baldvale5418]

Have you ever noticed that when you use mixed maggots that you always catch more fish on the Red one's!

[@fishingtutorials]

Yep!

[@guzz1jon]

Nice video. Just been on a fishing weekend with my young grandson; we've both got a copy of your book, which is an excellent (and beautifully illustrated) read for all anglers of any experience. I find the section about knots especially useful as I have forgotten almost everything after being away from fishing for so long.

[@fishingtutorials]

Amazing! That’s so much for sharing and leaving this lovely comment :)

[@MrPotmonster]

What's the name of the book?

[@Obmelg]

@@MrPotmonster i mean, it's not like the book is LITERALLY IN THIS VIDEO AT 1:35

[@fishingtutorials]

The Simple Fishing Guidebook :)

[@ShehzadKhan-di3xp]

Can i take the fish with myself to my home which i catch on fish farms ?

[@leesagar8651]

As a viewer I love seeing Omi's evolution from a woman walking by you when you were taking a picture of your catch to having her own gear, knowing the species of fish etc. As a fisherman of 32 years I love seeing someone gain a passion for fishing.

[@robertcotton9091]

Awesome! Thanks so much for sharing and taking the time for old anglers like me returning to the UK and the sport after many years overseas. Clear instructions, tips and great videos. I will order the book :) Cheers Mate.

[@DunkinBiscuits]

Im a keen carp fisherman now but we all started somewhere, most of us started at a young age float fishing and no matter how many big carp you catche there's just something magical, exciting and nostalgic about going back to your roots watching a float and catching the same fish you fished for as a kid, it never gets old.

[@carpangler6172]

I am from the USA so my first fishing experience was on a dock fishing for bluegill such good memories.

[@trevorcornes1056]

Great information for new people to fishing Carl . Perhaps it will also help people who fish already. Nice vid Carl 👍

[@TravelsWithMartin]

I have been away from fishing for many years however recently started again, i've had some lovely carp and all thanks to you're brilliant tutorials, i am literally binge watching all your videos and making notes along the way... thank you and god bless to you both!

[@philipwalton4877]

I started fishing long before this gent was born.. and I always learn something new from his videos. Especially from his Carp videos. I made the move from course to carp fishing 6 years ago and his advice has tripled my catch rate.

[@manteluk]

Another fantastic video. I quite like despite 41 years of fishing under my belt I can watch and enjoy a video for beginners. Keep the good work going 👍👍👍👍

[@MatteeTheRogue]

You live in such a beautiful part of the world. I really loved just seeing you get to the lake.

[@2BruvsFishing]

I've been fishing for s very long time now but I ll still learn new stuff every day. Great vid guys!!👍💯

[@martynromaine8518]

i have recently just come back to fishing after being away from it for 15 years and also selling all my tackle that i had. i brought a waggler rod and everything needed yesterday and i can't wait to get back on the bank. your videos are reminding me so much of what i have forgotten especially about the knotts. i'm hopefully going to get to go on my days off work next week

[@fishingtutorials]

Amazing to hear this! Good luck mate! :)

[@Kranky_Bloke]

I remember my first time fishing, I used only one magot out of the pint I bought, I cast three times and then got a birds nest at the reel! Swore I'd never fish again. Then I hit my twenties and started carp fishing! Ah! Fond memories.😄

[@chriseegee-man6918]

Great video again at an outstanding venue

[@trolltrollski7430]

Love your tutorials! Always simple and understandeable

[@philiptheman892]

This will be useful because I recently got my hands on a 3m telescopic whip, from the Angling Direct deal. I've been fishing for 9 months now, but with float rods and feeder rods, so really I had no clue what to do with the whip until i saw this video, cheers guys.

[@tedgill1619]

Just got my first fishing rod, can't wait to use it

[@jpalo1392]

Have fun Ted, it’s not only the fish that get hooked you will as well!

[@fishingtutorials]

All the best with it!

[@markbaker8379]

Thank you for another great video!! Me n my boy love watching these

[@uugabuuga]

I personally think i am not a beginner and i have been fishing for 5 years now, but still i love watching this video even if i know whats needed/required to hook the fish. Great job, thanks for the entertainment.

[@seannewton1355]

Been watching your channel for years, well your main one, I don't know why I've never watched this one, just subscribed :) I do think you should take Omi on a fishing holiday for big carp, be epic watching her catching a big fish! Keep up the awesome work.

[@andrewroberts4736]

Really nice video. This will encourage people to start the sport.

[@Timalls]

As usual a great video, I love Omi's hood too

[@reecewatson6225]

I cant wait to show my 1 Yr old these videos when he's abit older and hopfully find his bug fir fishing thanks for another great video👍

[@foggy460]

It looks like you both had a great day out fishing. That is what life is all about, enjoying yourself. Thank you for your video.

[@fishingtutorials]

You're welcome. Was lovely! Yes, exactly :)

[@soccerfiend03]

Thanks for the video, Carl and Omi! I am a super beginner, so these were some very good tips! I think I went back and binged the Tutorials videos that I had missed a couple of months back and this is my favorite one. Onward and upward!!

[@fishingtutorials]

Yess! Glad to hear it John, thank you :) All the best with your fishing!

[@nathandean9643]

I broke my hand before my fishing trip with buddies, and I was pole fishing with one hand while the others were fishing for carps with boilies etc. And it was surprisingly fun, I caught so many species I think I will actually be doing it for fun in the future

[@dannypowers5126]

I bought your pack great stuff thank you to 3 of you 🎉😊

[@jjay1035]

Just wanted to say stay awesome Carl and Om! Your hard work and providing us such professional quality content for free is greatly appreciated as always. I wish you both nothing but the best! Cheers!

[@fishingtutorials]

Wow. Thanks so much. Happy you enjoy it! You too :)

[@rosstwist6979]

Just ordered your book after my first fishing trip with my girlfriend and her grandad in Poland! Back in the UK now and looking forward to learning more.

[@fishingtutorials]

Awesome to hear! Thank you so much! Hope you enjoy it, have fun!!

[@mikey9299]

Your a good egg! I've learnt alot from your videos and can now go fishing on my own (with the missis) and blag her i can fish like a pro 😉 good man keep it up and enjoy your fishing... the both of you that is. Thanks

[@robgood719]

Great book for the river fishing helped loads✌🏻poster in nice too pal ✌🏻👍🏻

[@nickpope8029]

I'm going fishing for the first time in 15 years at the end of the month, your videos have got me so pumped I cant wait, ive been gathering bits and pieces for the past couple of weeks and now I'm just waiting for the big day! Thank you for your videos guys!

[@fishingtutorials]

Awesome! Good luck mate :)

[@SoloGummyBear]

My first time fishing, I bought set on Amazon. Telescopic spinning rod for like £40, came with everything I needed - I just had no idea how to use it!! Would’ve loved a video on that haha.

[@rickp783]

Just ordered 2 copies of the book for myself and my son. It’s our first time fishing together tomorrow can’t wait 👍. All of your videos are full of excellent tips and advice. Thanks.

[@fishingtutorials]

Thank you so much :) Hope had a great time together!

[@andywilkie1986]

Love your videos. Really captures the true essence of fishing

[@fishingtutorials]

Thanks so much, that's lovely, glad you feel that from them. :)

[@tonymarshall4164]

Lovely video, and well done Omi

[@Moscan]

Hi i just wanted to say i love you’re videos and you really help me i have never went fishing and monday i am going even tho i am a bit scared but hopefully i catch a fish ❤

[@fishingtutorials]

Good luck!! Hope you have fun! :)

[@fishingtutorials]

Thank you!

[@joshuaodonnell7576]

Ommie is so humble, it’s good to see. Well done guys 👏

[@fishingtutorials]

Cheers Joshua :)

[@jwestrik9308]

That was a real Tench moment. Nice day fishing.

[@fishingtutorials]

Yess she saw the tail, and went for it!

[@sbresellingco5795]

Thanks so much for this video Carl! I’ve wanted to get in to fishing for so long and didn’t even know about a whip. Makes me feel more comfortable being able to get started on my own.

[@fishingtutorials]

Happy to hear this, you're welcome! Enjoy it! :)

[@ClauseLenen]

Your book is really beautifully hand illustrated, amazing job both of you! Regards, Mason.

[@fishingtutorials]

Thank you so much Mason :)

[@lenraby5920]

Really nice video and Omi is a keeper, hope you guys have many happy fishing adventures together 🎣

[@fishingtutorials]

Thank you Len :)

[@jordanbarker6624]

Great vid mate honestly just enjoy watching the vids helps so much

[@fishingtutorials]

Happy to hear that!! :)

[@DJVoyagerXue]

I recently got a copy of the book, and it is really helpful for me, so thanks ;)

[@fishingtutorials]

Happy to hear that! Thank you!

[@ronaldbell446]

great vid for Beginners Carl Lovely to see the Tench at the end

[@fishingtutorials]

Thanks so much Ronald 👍

[@mikesperanza6794]

Got the book ……. EXCELLENT! Thank you!

[@fishingtutorials]

Ahh glad you like it! Thanks so much :)

[@edwardmilne8731]

What about great video now I now know how to fish with a pole.🐟👍

[@Astro-qs7wi]

I really like that you showed that anyone can go fishing and enjoy it, even girls!

[@fishingtutorials]

Yesss :)

[@HARDYSFISHINGADVENTURES]

Great video well done both of you again watching sat on my box fishing the pole

[@fishingtutorials]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you :)

[@jamesatkinsfishing]

Well done Carl and Omey, nice video for beginners, 👍

[@fishingtutorials]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you James!

[@michaelboyle9889]

Great angling omi .and another great video .🎣

[@fishingtutorials]

Thanks Michael! Omi says thank you too! 👍

[@markkingston9346]

Great video mate. I've got one of those whips for my 4 Yr old daughter she loves it. They are great fun for a very good price. Such a great way for youngsters to get involved in fishing.

[@fishingtutorials]

Absolutely! Thank you Mark! :)

[@nobbs67]

Lovely video guys

[@xxdylangramxx_4681]

Love the videos

[@chrismaynard4233]

Great vid guys

[@jpalo1392]

Great video as always, great to see you and Omi out on the bank together :)

[@fishingtutorials]

Glad you enjoyed it! thank you :)

[@wishiom9208]

fantastic video, probably the most helpful one i have seen, i wish i could of had it when i started out!

[@fishingtutorials]

Glad you liked it! Happy to hear that, thank you!

[@streamergamez2461]

Helpful video man I just ordered the book hopefully that has helpful advice love ur videos keep it up

[@fishingtutorials]

Thank you! Appreciate that :) Hope you enjoy it! All the best with your fishing

[@redd3104]

Great video. I find funny how the first thing said was basically the a UK meme “Oi, you got a loicense for that rod there”

[@pclarke70]

Lovely video 🤩 well done both of you 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@fishingtutorials]

Thank you! Happy you enjoyed it!

[@paulmavin910]

Really lovely video and great advice 👍

[@fishingtutorials]

Thanks Paul :) Glad it was helpful!

[@Scotty93Yellow]

One of the best things about fishing is how simple it can be .

[@ronbennettoutdoorswildlife1514]

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[@albertobernal8219]

Buen video explicativo, buena tenca, Agradecido por vuestros videos, un saludo desde España

[@xxdylangramxx_4681]

Exited for this

[@neilsmith6461]

Brilliant video as usual

[@fishingtutorials]

Glad you enjoyed it, thank you Neil!

[@samuelgarrod8327]

Great stuff.

[@fishingtutorials]

Thanks!

[@masterfisherboy8972]

Hi I love the videos

[@germanaspopovas5524]

That's beautiful ❤️❤️ 💕🐟🎣

[@danholland5334]

I watched one like this of yours 18 months ago. I'm now big into it, same as my kids. The stages of development through the fishing journey. From whips to tods and reels, into method feeder then for the big carp. I have a pb of 28lb 7oz my 11 year old girl 11lb 2oz mirror and my 7 year old boy a 12lb 6oz mirror. I even coach fishing with Keith Arthur at my local fishery charity. Carl again thank you to both you and Alex, your enthusiasm in your videos was addictive and the way you don't drop brands in your videos is admirable. Even when I'm old me and my kids can always go on a fishing trip.

[@fishingtutorials]

Thanks so much. Reading this lovely comment was so nice! :)

[@danholland5334]

@@fishingtutorials I know I've said it to yourself a few times. But from the bottom of my heart. Thank you. I have some brilliant memories already with my children and a hell of a lot more come from fishing. Something 18 months ago I had no interest in till my then 6 year old showed me a video of Carl and Alex and said, can we go fishing Dad.

[@fishingtutorials]

You're so welcome, wow. That's amazing... Fishing can be time well spent with loved ones. And can makes such amazing memories :)

[@carlhughes7003]

Great video and nice to see Omi enjoying herself. Maybe you could start a new challenge Carl Vs Omi. No seriously great video both of you.

[@lucamulholland-llado5332]

great video!im sure it will help so many people

[@fishingtutorials]

I hope so! :) Cheers Luca!

[@lucamulholland-llado5332]

😅

[@LiamMills-nu8uz]

nice video and soundtrack

[@Paulforsilvers]

Bless her. Well done omi never let her go m8

[@fishingtutorials]

:)

[@punkvisser]

My kids 8 and 5 enjoy fishing with the whip. Even small fish spark joy.

[@fishingtutorials]

Yes!

[@cloudyshrimp2111]

I’ve got a few friends who have shown an interest in starting fishing, this video will definitely come in handy!! Thank you Carl!

[@fishingtutorials]

Yay, that's amazing. You're so welcome :)

[@EasyCloud]

Having been inspired to start fishing with a friend (due to Mortimer and Whitehouse😄) we are taking the plunge next week! This video was soooo helpful, thank you so much! Subscribed and ordered your book!

[@fishingtutorials]

Awesome! Thanks Dan. Good luck out there :)

[@EasyCloud]

@@fishingtutorials Thank you!

[@fishingtutorials]

You're welcome :)

[@grahamsibbert2412]

Hello Carl, Alex and Omi. Having watched this video I found your ‘Shop’ on-Line and bought your book ‘Simple Fishing Guidebook. Over the years I have read many fishing books, but this one grabbed me. It’s great. Well presented and very informative. My only criticism is the short section on Dropshot and Lure fishing, I have followed your advice and bought myself a Advanta Dropshot rod and a cheap real, some Braided line and size 6 dropshot hooks, followed your advice on tying knots and loading the spool. Ready for my first Dropshot session on my local tiny river (River Ouzel). Anyone reading this message should buy your book, I give you 12 out of 10 for it. I look forward to your next publication.

[@fishingtutorials]

Hello Graham! Thank you so much! That's so kind of you. And also thanks for the feedback! I have made two tutorials about how to dropshot, if they're any use? Here they are, in case: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eaPYq3t3jbiteas& kzbin.info/www/bejne/d3m2YoOKm8yAppY All the best, Carl

[@samrackham4774]

Just seen there’s a great deal on angling direct. Whips for the young ones to get started with rigs etc

[@Rileybhe]

You should head to monk lakes, it’s beautiful and you can catch loads of fish!

[@jp-pesca]

Nice vídeo like always my friend. Great fishing and filming and Omi is becoming better and better. Congrats from this portuguese friend.

[@fishingtutorials]

Thanks JP! Glad you enjoyed it. Yeah she's doing so well! 👍

[@cliveeariss880]

Just found this, perfect for the begginer, or just going back to basics, hi Carl, I really enjoyed this lets have more people in this wonerful world of ...angling, pefect with my coffee, oh my goodness, I was there just a few weekes ago and found this place just twenty minuets drive from my home.

[@ronbennettoutdoorswildlife1514]

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[@resultedwings1296]

Cool video cool book

[@fishingtutorials]

Thank you!

[@willyinthewilderness855]

Nice wholesome video. And nice couple we like seeing ya fish together

[@fishingtutorials]

Glad you enjoyed it, thank you :) Happy to hear that

[@kristianild2383]

New video exciting

[@JavierEspi77]

After watching this with my daughter she wants to try fishing again. Thank you.

[@fishingtutorials]

Awesome :)

[@nicksmith2350]

Forget the fishing, your partner is gorgeous, your a very luck man, her illustrations are spot on, carnt wait to get the book. Your video's are down to earth and easy to follow, no complicated tec. A natural , you would give David attenborough a run for his money .

[@fishingtutorials]

Wow. Thank you Nick, that's kind. Happy you find the videos easy to follow :) All the best

[@reelfishing002]

Great tips

[@fishingtutorials]

Glad it was helpful!

[@67spoon]

Omi got a tench👍 I’ve been fishing about four years and only caught one, I love tench and am looking to increase my count this spring 😊

[@fishingtutorials]

Love tench :) Good luck!

[@prinznorbert4553]

awesome video! motivates me to grab a small rod with a floater and ignore the carp for a moment :) btw happy anniversary for you sweethearts

[@fishingtutorials]

Thank you! :)

[@bloomerdavid2046]

Hi, for clarity for beginners, a rod license is only required in England and Wales not Scotland.

[@bazingabert3346]

nice video!

[@sturoe7361]

Always think if taking someone fishing fir the first time, go to a venue which is extremely easy to catch, even if only small fish, they need to catch to enjoy the experience.

[@MrJimbo9668]

Any one watching this can only be inspired to go fishing .. Great video

[@fishingtutorials]

Glad you enjoyed it Jimmy! Thank you, I hope so :)

[@hunter111uk]

My Wife isn't very tall and was always complaining that the rod she was using when she began Waggler Fishing with me was too long and cumbersome. So I bought her a 9ft Browning CK Micro Waggler rod and she loves it. It' was inexpensive, is well made, and has handled Silvers & Tench up to 3½ lb with ease. She's getting the hang of striking, but the odd Roach has suddenly found themselves in a tree!😂