Fishing Line Knot Tying

Keeping a hook secure on a fishing line is crucial when catching fish. If the line is not knotted properly, you risk loosing your hook and your next catch. In this article, you will learn the step by step process for tying a "clinch knot."

Things You'll Need

• Fish hook
• Fishing line
• Fishing pole

Instructions

1. Thread hook. Insert the end of the line through the eye of the hook. Pull line through until you have at least 12 inches of fishing line to work with.

2. Position end. Position the end of the line to the back side of the straight line.

3. Create a series of loops. Bring the end of the fishing line around to the front, by passing under the straight line. Repeat the looping process at least 4 times around the straight line, going in the same direction each time.

4. End series. After creating the last loop, maneuver the end of the line to bypass all of the loops and pass it through the first loop formed between the hook and the series of loops.

5. Tighten. Slowly and carefully, pull the loops tightly together. Trim off excess line.

Tips & Warnings

• Always work carefully when tying fishing line in an effort to avoid getting it tangled.

• Never allow a child to handle a fish hook.