How to Make Glow-in-the-Dark Fishing Lures
Everyone knows that fish are attracted to light. Something about light triggers a reflex in fish that make them want to bite it. That is why glow-in-the-dark fishing lures are so effective. They also make night fishing a whole lot more productive.
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Instructions
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Glow-in-the-Dark Worm Lures
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Purchase worm plastic and molds. You can find these at a sporting goods store or online at Barlow's Tackle Express (see Resources below).
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Buy glow in the dark paint and powder. You can purchase these online at Ready Set Glo (see Resources below).
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Melt the worm plastic in a melting pan with a spout. Heat it slowly over low heat so you don't scorch it.
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Add coloring to the worm plastic if you desire. Stir in the glow-in-the-dark powder when the mixture is melted and after adding the color.
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Allow the mixture to cool a short time. Stir it, then pour into the plastic worm mold to make your lure. Allow it to form overnight.
Glow-in-the-dark Bobbers
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Purchase plastic minnows or chubs with a hard body. You can find these at any sporting goods store.
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Stir together 1 ounce of glow-in-the-dark powder with 3 ounces of clear paint. The paint must be clear in order for the glow-in-the-dark powder to shine through.
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Use an airbrush with the widest #5 needle you have. If the needle is too narrow it will clog up continuously. Clean it good after each use.
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Allow the minnows or chubs to dry thoroughly. Expose them to UV light to activate the glow-in-the-dark powder and they are ready for fishing.
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Comments
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Readysetglo has the absolutely best glow in the dark powders.Nothing I have tried since compares, esp noticeable with the zinc reds and oranges. Last time I was trying to buy some, had problems with the site and could not get an answer that made sense... so good luck, but probably worth is if the quality is still the same.
