Almost all anglers, even those who are extremely scrupulous in preparing for fishing and who have extensive experience in this matter, rarely think about this. important issue as the preparation of worms, and more attention is paid to the choice of tackle, groundbait and the place of fishing. And this is often the reason for unsuccessful fishing.

At first glance, worms are already a ready-made bait and it seems that nothing can be done here, but if you know some methods, then any bait, including a worm, can be made much more catchy.

How to store worms in the winter

Ordinary worms remain the best bait for fishing even in winter time... And when fishing predatory breeds it is generally irreplaceable. Chopped worms are often added to winter fishing baits. They can be successfully stored and even bred even at ordinary home conditions. You need to know that ordinary raincoats are stored better, Californians and dung are very sensitive, one might even say capricious. It is also undemanding in its content, so beloved by many fishermen "Prospect" which does not live in natural conditions, but is sold in stores very often. It differs from other types of the Prospector by a slightly flattened tail with a yellow tint. The most suitable temperature for storage at home is from + 6 to + 20C.

In urban conditions, in winter, it is better to keep the worms in a dark place (basement, pantry). It is not difficult to store worms in winter, they are unpretentious in care. From time to time they need to be fed, and the moisture content of the earth should be about 70 percent.

When storing at home, you need to shake up the earth at least once a month, remove the dying and those who have a swelling of the transverse girdle. If you notice that the worms have begun to stray into a tight ball, then this may mean that the soil is too dry for them. In this case, you need to carefully pull the ball apart, and water the earth.

For winter keeping at home, it is advisable to knock down a wooden box, but an ordinary plastic bucket will do.

In the bottom, it is imperative to make holes through which excess moisture will drain.

The container needs to be covered with some kind of mesh or gauze. The surface of the soil should also be covered with a cloth, this will not allow the soil to dry out, but will help create the most suitable conditions for the worms. The ground should be covered with layers of fallen leaves, which are eagerly eaten by all types of worms.

At home, feeding worms for fishing is not difficult, the main thing is that the feed must be crushed and moist. A wide variety of kitchen waste and even banana peels work well as a top dressing. Do not under any circumstances give salty foods and those that have too strong a smell. Watering with milk or broth is not recommended, since this is fraught with the fact that flies can start.

The amount of feeding depends on how many worms you are growing, as well as on the temperature. The warmer, the better the worms eat. It is enough to feed a couple of times a month, but it is important to remember that the layer of feed should not be very thick.

Video "Preparing a worm for winter fishing"

This video shows you how to store worms during the winter.

If in the summer you can dig up worms right before you go fishing, then few know how to keep the worms in winter and so that they are mobile and attractive to fish.

We will give some simple, but quite effective recommendations, the application of which in practice will increase the catch several times, even when other anglers return home empty-handed.

A vigorously writhing worm on a hook is a guaranteed bite. But how to make it move?

The worm is best preserved in winter in a wooden or plastic container. If you do not store it for long, then tea leaves and grated potatoes are enough to feed it.
Put fresh worms in a container. Then tear open the bag that contains the used tea and add it to the container of worms. Pour black soil (always wet) or rotted manure on top. After a few hours, you will not recognize your worms, they will become stronger and more mobile.
Add some grated beets to the jar containing the worms. The worms will revive in ten minutes and will be mobile on the hook, attracting the attention of even the most passive fish.
Freshly dug worms should be given a little time to cleanse. This is done as follows, we place the worms in some container with moistened sand or grass. Pour one spoonful of milk or aromatic sunflower oil on top. After a few days, the worms will noticeably get stronger, cleanse and become attractive to fish.
If you notice that the worms behave sluggishly and constantly fly off the hook, they need to be made a little stronger. Just add the most common mint, which you need to grind in your hands until the juice appears. After a couple of days, the worms will smell like mint, get stronger and become elastic.
When preparing for fishing, it is advisable to flavor worms a little, this is done simply. Boiled dill, garlic and grated mint are added to the jar in which they are located. This will give your charges an attractive enough aroma that will attract all fish species well.
The container in which the worms are stored should not be airtight, in such a container they can simply suffocate. There must be small ventilation holes in the lid, but only such that the worm cannot get out through them. Instead of a lid, it is better to pull the most ordinary stocking or gauze over the jar. Just remember to secure it with an elastic band.
Store the jar in a cool, shaded place before fishing. And when fishing, never forget it in the rain or in the open sun. It is better to leave it in the shade while covered with something.

Compliance with these simple rules, will make it possible to store worms for a long time, while they can even begin to mate and multiply.

This will help make fishing more efficient.

There are also some little tricks to make your worm fishing more successful.

Almost all anglers simply dig worms (or buy them in the store) and immediately go fishing. However, this is not entirely correct. A fresh worm is, of course, good, but if you take a little time for it, fishing will be much more effective.
The purchased worms must be made a bit more lively, made stronger and placed in a large container, because in stores they are released in very small plastic boxes. Many experienced anglers store this bait in canvas bags filled with earth. But a wooden box is also suitable. These materials practically do not emit third-party odors that frighten off fish.
For some time, if there is no basement, worms at home can be stored in the refrigerator, in the compartment where vegetables are stored, usually this is the bottom shelf.
The ground in which the worms are stored should be slightly moistened (but in moderation), and there must be ventilation holes in the lid.
In order for the worms to acquire the required color and aroma, the following products should be added to the container in which they are stored several days before fishing: yolk chicken eggs, flour, birch and oak sawdust, sunflower oil, cake, flavorings.

If the worms are stored for more than a few days, then it may be necessary to feed them. You can give them regular kitchen waste, with the exception of milk porridge.
Six hours before fishing, it is advisable to transfer the worms to a warmer place and add natural aromatic substances to the ground, this can be aniseed or vegetable oil.
In order for the aroma to last longer, put a cotton swab at the bottom of the box in which you store the worms, having previously soaked it with the necessary solution, or tear it apart and mix with the ground.
If necessary, before fishing, place the worms in a box with sawdust (kept in the air for about a week to evaporate the smell), then it will be easier to pick them up with your hands.
Take for fishing worms not only of different types (rain, dung ...), but also processed different types... In this case, being on the spot, you yourself will determine which are more catchy in a given reservoir on that day.
It is better to string a worm not through its entire body, but only by making a piercer in its front part and approximately in the middle. With this method, the worm on the hook lives longer.

In this video, it is described in detail and very competently how to handle worms so that the fish bite on them all year round.

Many, especially fishermen and farmers, are interested in how to save worms for fishing or for breeding in ordinary household conditions.

Keeping worms is very important as they are considered the best bait for nearly all types of fish.

There are different types of worms and for example, a worm crawls out best bait when fishing for catfish, dung and ordinary are well suited for carp and carp. The worm can be caught at any time of the year.

If you live in a village, then the issue of worm extraction is a small problem for you, but the townspeople are less fortunate in this regard - they have to buy from the market. But there is also a good alternative, which is to keep the worms at home. Believe me, if you know how to do this correctly, then it will not cause you any inconvenience.

Fishing requires fresh, mobile worms. If you bought worms and found that there are many small individuals in the box, then there is no need to be upset, since in this case you can bait not one, but several, or, as the anglers say, a “bundle” on the hook.

The worms must be alive and move well, otherwise the fish will simply leave them unattended. Those that are not suitable for fishing, of course, should not be thrown away, but can be used as bait. It's a shame when good bait gets spoiled during fishing. This can happen if you store the worms in the wrong way.

So that the bait does not deteriorate and you do not have to throw it away, you need to know how to store worms for fishing at home or while fishing.

Fishing storage

When fishing, it is important to choose the right container for storage. If you have a wooden or plastic box, then ventilation holes must be provided in it. Only a small diameter, otherwise the worms will be able to get out through them. Of course, you can store it in a glass jar. In this case, it is enough to pierce the holes in the lid, or you can simply cover it with gauze. But we do not recommend this method for the simple reason that with constant carrying the glass jar can easily break.

You can store worms while fishing in a canvas bag. This is a very convenient option, just remember to add soil and some foliage. While on the pond, make sure that the soil in the storage container does not dry out and is constantly damp. This is especially true during the heat. Keep the container with the worm in a shaded place or cover with grass

This video shows one of better ways preparation and storage of worms for fishing.

Home storage

If you live in a private house or have a summer cottage, then a fresh worm in the warm season is not a problem for you at all! It is enough just to dig a small hole in the shade and fill it with loosened soil and underpowered foliage. Next, the resulting soil mixture is watered and ready to accept the inhabitants - worms! Remember to periodically water the hole and feed the worms. The most common kitchen waste works well for this. Even if it is very hot outside, the worms will be near the surface and it is not difficult to dig up as many of them as you need for fishing.

If it is not possible to organize outdoor storage or you want to keep the worms in the winter, then you need to organize a dwelling for your worms at home. A balcony or basement will do. The main condition is that the temperature in the room should be within ten to fifteen degrees. If this condition is met, then the worms may even begin to multiply.

You can keep the worms in a wooden or plastic box, but make sure there are no large gaps in it. Small holes must be drilled in the bottom of the container for drainage. Holes are also drilled in the side walls. This is necessary for ventilation. Soil is poured into the container, and fallen leaves, sand fall into it, and all this soil mixture is mixed. Also, a good option would be to purchase a soil that is intended for flowers and sold in flower shops. Just before starting the worms, do not forget to moisten it.

Stored worms need to be regularly fed with kitchen waste, tea leaves, cabbage leaves, etc. Do not use food of animal origin as a top dressing. meat and fish. You need to make sure that your wards completely eat the top dressing, otherwise it will start to rot.

The soil must be moist all the time, and its systematic loosening is also necessary. Make sure that the worms do not get tangled up. If you notice this, then be sure to stretch them, otherwise they will die.

As you can see, everything is simple and there is very little work, but as a result you will be provided with fresh bait for a whole year and you will not have to pay for it.

How to store for a long time

Avid fishermen are fishing at any time of the year. But there is one problem, and that is the bait. If in the summer you can dig up worms in the garden or in the garden, in the winter you can only buy them in the store, where the price for them is quite high. But there is a way out, namely to make a supply of worms in the fall, for winter fishing.

In order for you to succeed, do everything in accordance with the instructions we offer.

Dig up worms (ordinary earth or dung) for a capacity of such a volume, you need 200 grams of them. It may seem to many that this is not enough, but keep in mind that in such conditions they will begin to bear offspring and they will definitely be enough for you before the warm season.

Important! Can't be put in one container of worms different types... This can lead to their death.

Dig a small hole and place the collected worms in it. Fill in the hole.
Cover the box with a wet cloth or cover with a cardboard sheet.
Place the drawer in a cool, dark place.
Make sure the temperature is not too low. Otherwise, the worms may die. The best place to store is in the basement.
Periodically feed the worms with kitchen leftovers, sometimes grate potatoes with them. Leftover milk porridge should not be given to the worms.
From time to time, water the soil with water at room temperature, but do not overdo it. In too wet soil, worms can die.

Good luck and good bite!

This video shows the long-term preservation of worms in a typical household.

Among the variety of baits, worms for fishing remain a versatile option. Predatory and peaceful fish species peck on them well, they are unpretentious in storage, and the variety of species allows you to choose the best option... Avid anglers are engaged in breeding worms for fishing on their own, amateurs prefer to dig up the right amount for a single catch.

Types of worms for fishing

This natural bait of natural origin has several advantages - ease of search, the ability to quickly attach to the hook. Appearance, behavior and size depend on the species - crawling, for example, is characterized by average dimensions, often occurs not only in the ground, but also on a hard surface after rain.

All types are suitable for fishing, but the following have shown the most productive results:

Large earthen or crawl. Belongs to the category of large annelids, the maximum size is up to 25 cm with a thickness of up to 9 mm. The earthworm is active when pressure changes, precipitation falls. The crawl may not appear completely on the surface, when the soil shakes, it hides back. It does not live long in the heat, it is required to store the crawlers in moist soil. They show long-term activity on the hook.
Dung. Habitat - accumulations of organic matter, manure. The best place, where you can dig up worms for fishing relatively quickly - the territory of farms, old sheaves of hay, straw. Sizes are smaller than the above-described species, prefers to form colonies, which is convenient for quick collection of bait. Features - the presence of a specific odor; it is necessary to store dung worms in moist soil in an airtight container. They are highly mobile.
For Australian earthworm need to create special conditions a habitat. They are not found in the middle latitudes of Russia, they reproduce only under artificial conditions. Subject to the rules of breeding, they quickly gain the desired length and weight, they can stay in an airtight container for a long time without reducing activity.

Crawlers are chosen more often - worms are found in any soil, they are easy to dig up. They are quickly divorced at home. There is also an alternative - silicone worms. Unlike living ones, they can be used many times, there is no need to create special storage conditions. Artificial worms are sold in specialized stores, or are made by yourself. It is recommended to buy factory-made silicone worms, since they are much more durable than homemade ones, they have a specific aroma.

Growing basics

Before breeding worms at home, you should decide on their type. The least whimsical is a fishing crawl breed. Standard soil is suitable for them, you just need to add a little organic fertilizer and groundbait. To make a box for worms with your own hands, you can take a factory model of a vermicompost as a basis.

This is a plastic box, in the walls of which there are holes for draining condensate. The second container is made of a similar shape, but large in size. The inner drawer slides into it at a slight angle to drain the water.

How to breed worms at home:

The soil. The recommended composition is humus and shredded cellulose (cardboard, thick paper). The ratio is 1: 1. Humidity - up to 80%.
Indoor microclimate. The temperature should vary from + 17 ° C to + 20 ° C. The lighting is not intense, about 60 W per 20 m². The ventilation flow rate does not exceed 0.5 m / s.
Broodstock. Optimal amount individuals - up to 1500 pcs. For breeding 1-2 families you need 1 m³ of soil.
Correct preparation of worms for settlement. Small depressions are made in the soil, into which the worms fit. Then the pits are filled up, top part the box is closed. After 2-3 days, you can add groundbait.
How to feed earthworms at home. Rotten plants, cabbage leaves, bread can be used as bait. A small amount of coffee pomace is added to stimulate growth.

It is strictly forbidden to feed with synthetic fertilizer. Also, the worms will not reproduce in the proper volume when using chlorinated water. It is recommended to install containers to collect rainwater.

Where and how can you dig up

The advantage of this type of bait is the variety of fishing spots. Traditionally, worms are dug in the garden, but due to the relatively low density of their habitat, this will take a long time. An alternative is a short hike to the forest or to the nearest farm. You need to choose places where the soil is fertilized with organic matter.

These tips will help you optimize your bait time:

Time - early morning. The increased soil moisture provokes the worms to rise closer to the surface.
Creation of vibration. Small fluctuations in the soil give a signal - there may be a mole nearby. This is also the reason for the uplift into the upper layers of the soil.
Collection and storage of worms in an airtight jar. Previously, wet earth is poured into it.

Ways to create vibration in the earth are to stick a wooden stick into the ground and rotate it, or put a metal sheet and lightly tap on its surface. After 3-5 minutes, the first specimens will emerge from the ground.

Storage methods

In addition to breeding rules, you need to know how to save worms for fishing. If the time of extraction and the beginning of fishing is less than 1 day, the bait can be placed in a cloth bag, having previously covered it with fertilized soil. But for long-term storage, this method is not suitable, as the soil will dry out quickly.

transfer them to a warm place per day to increase activity;
add anise or other flavoring to the soil to create an attractive scent;
an hour before fishing, transfer to dry sawdust - this makes it easier to get the bait.

You need to put on the hook carefully, the maximum number of punctures is up to 3. Otherwise, the activity of the bait will decrease.

For effective catch the behavior of worms should be as close to natural as possible. This is achieved by observing the rules of cultivation, extraction and storage.

The shelf life of worms on fishing depends on the correct keeping. As practice shows, in no case should the worm be stored in tin cans, which is most often done by novice anglers. In such a container, the worms quickly heat up, curl into a ball, become immobile and soon die. Therefore, they must be kept in a canvas bag or wooden box along with the soil of the area where they were dug.

How to store earthworms while fishing

On summer fishing this bait should be kept out of the sun in a cool place. If you are going to fish for several days, then it is advisable to bury the bag or box with the main supply of worms in wet coastal sand or in wet ground, preferably in a shaded place. In such a "cellar" this bait can be stored for several days. And for morning or evening fishing, you can take the required number of worms from the "cache". Likewise, you can significantly extend the shelf life of bloodworms.

On winter fishing, worms must be protected from frost. In the cold, they quickly lose their vitality, become inactive. Therefore, it is better to keep a box of worms in the pockets of warm winter trousers or hide it in the bosom of a jacket or short fur coat.

How to store worms for fishing in winter

To preserve the worms throughout the winter, you need to get a wooden tub or box with a capacity of about two buckets. Fill this container by one third with dry fallen leaves. These leaves need to be covered with soft, loose earth from the area from which the worms were taken. An important point - make sure that a thin layer of leaves remains along the sides and inner walls.

After all the manipulations done, worms can be launched into the "dwelling" (in the amount of about two glasses). Do not worry, after a while a huge number of them will be bred in your nursery. Stock up on worms of the same type, dung or earthworms, as different types do not tolerate each other well.

The prepared box with worms, covered with a damp cloth, should be kept in a cool, dark place: in the garage, basement, cellar. Make sure that the temperature around the container does not drop below zero degrees. A city fisherman who does not have a cellar or a shed can store worms in an ordinary enameled household bucket.

You need to keep an eye on the worms from time to time, and most importantly, do not forget to feed them. From food they like unsalted leftovers from the table, grated raw potatoes, sour milk. Swollen tea leaves left over after drinking tea are also suitable for them. It must first be rinsed under water to wash off the bitter taste. The food is poured on top of the ground and covered with a rag or piece of thick cardboard. To prevent the soil from drying out, periodically water it evenly over the entire surface with a small amount of water. About one glass of water for two to three days is enough for your bait to successfully overwinter and even increase its population.

Experienced anglers and amateurs alike know that the universal bait used to catch fish regardless of the season is earthworms... But it is not always possible to get them in the right amount, so many fishermen are wondering how to store worms for a long time, so that in winter they can go fishing and boast of a notable catch. This is not at all difficult to do if you adhere to some points that I will tell you about today.

In order to save the worms for winter fishing, it is worth first of all to understand that not all species of these individuals live in specially organized conditions for a long time.

Dungworms as well as scapes have the longest lifespan at home. If you organize the right conditions for them, you can even get them to reproduce. But earthworms require the organization of specific conditions, and will quickly die if mishandled.
One more important point- you cannot store different types of worms in one container. For example, dungworms release a poisonous liquid that affects individuals of another species, poisoning them. At the same time, the dung worms themselves can also die within 10 days, being poisoned by the remains of rotting brethren.
Adequate space is another important component of effective winter worm conservation.
Humidity and temperature are extremely important for worms, which should be preserved for a long time. Do not allow the soil to dry out, at the same time, excessive watering will also lead to the death of pets.

Own pit of worms

If you live in a private house or have a small vegetable garden, then the issue of storing a large number of worms for a long time can be solved very simply.

To begin with, a hole is dug 1.5 * 2 meters in size and about half a meter deep. Two hundred worms in such a hole will feel quite comfortable. If the desired number of worms is greater, then the pit should be made wider.

After the pit is ready, its bottom is covered with a mesh with fine cells. This is done so that the worms do not crawl. In addition, such a net allows water to pass through itself, leaving the necessary moisture in the habitat of the future bait.

Further, the pit is filled with earth, preferably from the same place where the worms were taken from. In parallel with the ground, the worms themselves are placed in the pit. You can also put a tea brew there, or coffee grounds, or lightly pour water in which the attractant is diluted.

If it is hot outside, which very often happens in the summer, it is necessary to periodically water the storage so that the earth does not dry out.

After filling the pit, its surface is covered with a net and covered with earth. The habitat of the worms is ready. They can "live" in such a den for one month or more, depending on the size of the pit and the number of inhabitants.

However, one should not forget that it is advisable to change the land at least once a month.

We store worms in boxes

In winter, the previous storage method is not suitable, but there is no less simple, but at the same time effective. For him, you need to stock up on wooden boxes without cracks. Moss is placed in them in several layers, after which worms are launched there. Every few days, the moss should be carefully examined and a few drops of milk with honey or unsalted broth should be added to it.

It is also important to pay attention to the condition of the worms: sick and dead individuals must be removed from the box in a timely manner. It is advisable to replace the moss at least once a week, but if this is not possible, it can be thoroughly washed in water.

You can store such boxes with worms on an open loggia or in a cellar.

Another option for storing worms in winter is to use wooden barrels or boxes placed in the basement. Soft earth, rotted leaves and plant remains are laid in them. Food leftovers can also be mixed with an earthy mixture to feed the worms.

The soil in the storage container must be sufficiently moist, but must not be allowed to grow moldy. It is advisable to regularly inspect the worms and remove any damaged or dead.

We breed worms in the apartment

If you do not have your own basement, but you really want to prepare worms for the winter, you should not worry - this can be done in an apartment. The first step is to pick up a container in which earthworms or dungworms will live. These can be enameled or plastic buckets, containers or jars filled with active media. You can use soil, hay or straw, as well as a peat mixture as filler.

A liter bucket, half filled with earth, is enough to contain hundreds of not very large worms.

Leaving the container with worms open is fraught with the possibility of their creeping throughout the apartment. At the same time, the tight cover will lead to the death of pets. Therefore, the most optimal material for covering the container is gauze or other breathable fabric.

It is necessary to store worms in an apartment in a dark, cool place, preferably on fresh air... It can be a loggia or, in extreme cases, a refrigerator.

A canvas pouch can also help with the storage of your fishing head. The worms, along with the land in which they lived, are placed in a small bag, where moistened sheets of newspaper are added. A tightly tied container is placed on the bottom shelf of the refrigerator, remembering to periodically view and moisten. This method allows you to store worms for up to six months.

Another original way to store worms at home is a porous loofah washcloth. It is not cut lengthwise to the very end, rolled into grated red brick and slightly moistened. Worms, placed on such a washcloth, quickly crawl through its pores. The loofah is wrapped in a damp burlap or cotton cloth. You can store it on the bottom shelf of the refrigerator or in another cool place. The worms need to be periodically fed with tea leaves or ground sunflower seeds.

Breeding and storage of a tubule in an aquarium on a washcloth or sponge (photo source - akvariumnyerybki.ru)

Those who have an empty aquarium should think about adapting it to the abode of sea or other worms. A container filled with soil and top dressing will allow the inhabitants not only to live well in it, but also to reproduce in both summer and winter.

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