Thursday, August 28, 2014

Why Spearfishing In Florida Keys?

By Harriet Porter


Mankind will always be inspired by the beauty and extreme forces of nature. One of the most exhilarating outdoor activities man can embark upon, is spearfishing in Florida Keys. The natural beauty of the area, balmy climate and clear, turquoise waters not only attract drones of tourists and adventurers, but also marine creatures of all creeds and kinds. It is renowned as one of the best spearfishing destinations in the world.

The outstretched coastline along the keys offers a myriad of Edenic spearfishing locations where schools of fish and other aquatic creatures flourish in the balmy crystal clear waters.

The only live coral reef in America is located to the south of Miami and is famous for its rich sea life. Some of the most relished game fish trophies can be found here, including some rare species. The area is popular among veteran scuba divers as well as rookie snorkelers and spear fishermen.

Although the concept of hunting fish with a speared stick is as ancient as the mountains, the sport is today as thrilling and popular as in primitive times. The techniques and equipment may be totally different these days, but the adrenaline rush it provides has not changed. No matter where one goes hunting these elusive game fish - from the shore, from a boat, in fresh water rivers or in the deep blue sea - it remains an exhilarating adventure that mankind will never tire of.

Spearfishing, like all other water sport, is not without risk and one should never throw caution to the wind when one is dealing with the ocean. The first rule is to never dive alone. Always go with a group or at least one reliable, skilled person whom you can depend on in times of trouble. Beautiful as they are, the Florida Keys are also home to various species of sharks who won't mind a bite of your catch. Another safety precaution is to always keep speared fish in a special game bag tied to a long nylon line and letting it trail behind you at a safe distance.

Spearfishing is also physically demanding and one should try to maintain a reasonable fitness level to handle unforeseen difficulties more easily.

Good advice is also to always carry a dive knife - it might just come in handy when you have to entangle yourself or a diving buddy and it is still the most humane way to kill a speared fish. Although one of the best aspects of the sport is to enjoy the freedom of the ocean, it is essential to invest in proper gear and to take good care of it. A spear gun that is not in working order can mean the difference between life and death. On the other hand, it is a deadly weapon and should only be loaded and fired underwater. Know your weapon and always handle it with caution.

Florida Keys, like most places where spearfishing is popular, has one or more renowned companies that offer specialist diving and spearfishing courses. Knowledge is power and the better one is trained, the better the changes of a safe, successful and enjoyable outing. The rules and regulations are strict and they differ from place to place. It is thus important to first explore a new diving area and the rules that apply there before one embark on a spearfishing expedition.




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