The Art of Microfishing

03/26/2025

Think you need fancy gear for micro fishing? Think again.
This new video breaks down exactly what you need (and don’t need) to get started—straight from the creek bank.

I walk through:
✅ Why small rods aren’t always better
✅ Why I use a telescopic pole (and how it fits in a backpack)
✅ How to tie a loop leader and connect it to a Lillian
✅ Why a simple snap swivel can double as your split shot
✅ And how to use our #30 Micro Master Hooks or the 1-2-3 hook kit with any leader or bait

Whether you’re fishing a ditch, stream, or pond, this setup works everywhere—even for light saltwater micros.

🎥 Watch the full video here:
👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6njw5dN37cg
(Or search Art of Micro Fishing – Micro Gear Breakdown)

🪝 Gear I Mentioned:
• #30 Hooks → https://artofmicrofishing.com/product/30-size-pre-snelled-30cm-leader-w-loop-micro-fishing-hooks-10-pack-free-shipping/
• 1-2-3 Hook Kit → https://artofmicrofishing.com/product/1-2-3-pre-snelled-micro-fishing-hooks-in-3-sizes/
• Telescopic Rod Kit → https://artofmicrofishing.com/product/complete-micro-fishing-starter-kit-by-the-art-of-micro-fishing-your-all-in-one-angling-solution/
• Micro Floats (15 packs, 3 sizes) → https://artofmicrofishing.com/product/90pcs-15packs-small-self-threading-micro-fishing-floats-large-medium-small-size/

👇 Drop a comment if you’ve built your own micro rig—or need help choosing the right hooks or floats.

https://artofmicrofishing.com/product/1-2-3-pre-snelled-micro-fishing-tanago-micro-hooks-3-sizes-10-pack/Here's how I set up my micro fishing gear. Micro fis...

03/23/2025

Discover Georgia’s Micro Fishing Paradise
🌿 Hidden beneath the cypress trees and duckweed of Georgia lies one of the best micro fishing creeks in the Southeast... and hardly anyone knows about it.
Ebenezer Creek is slow-moving, tannin-rich, and packed with life.

With over 30 species—from darters and shiners to pickerel and crappie—this creek is a gold mine for micro anglers and ultralight gear lovers.

In this article, we break down:
✔ The exact micro and game fish species found in the creek
✔ What bait and hook size to use for each fish
✔ Why this blackwater creek is perfect for both beginners and species collectors
✔ The must-have gear to fish it right
📍 Whether you’re life-listing or just looking for a new water to explore, Ebenezer Creek deserves a spot on your fishing map.
📖 Read the full article here:

👉 https://artofmicrofishing.com/micro-fishing-and-creek-fishing-in-ebenezer-creek-is-a-hidden-gem-for-anglers/

🛍️ Gear used in the article:
• Micro Hooks: https://artofmicrofishing.com/product/1-2-3-pre-snelled-micro-fishing-hooks-in-3-sizes/
• Telescopic Rod Kit: https://artofmicrofishing.com/product/complete-micro-fishing-starter-kit-by-the-art-of-micro-fishing-your-all-in-one-angling-solution/
• Micro Floats: https://artofmicrofishing.com/product/90pcs-15packs-small-self-threading-micro-fishing-floats-large-medium-small-size/

https://artofmicrofishing.com/micro-fishing-and-creek-fishing-in-ebenezer-creek-is-a-hidden-gem-for-anglers/

🧭 Already fished Ebenezer Creek? Tell us what you caught below!

Micro Fishing and Creek Fishing Ebenezer Creek’s Hidden Angler’s Gem Discover the Hidden Gem of Micro Fishing in Georgia’s Ebenezer Creek Ebenezer Creek, a blackwater tributary of the Savannah River,

03/22/2025

Why Micro Fishing Might Be the Most Fun You’ll Have on the Water

Think fishing is just for big bass and expensive gear? Think again.
Micro fishing is all about targeting tiny, wild, overlooked species—with ultralight tackle and nonstop action.

This blog post shows how micro fishing:
✔ Lets you explore new creeks, canals & backwaters
✔ Costs less and requires less gear
✔ Brings excitement back to every cast
✔ Lets you catch dozens of native species—many you’ve never seen up close

Whether you’re fishing a city pond or a mountain stream, the thrill of the catch gets a lot smaller—and a whole lot more fun.

📖 Read the full article here:
👉 https://artofmicrofishing.com/micro-fishing-is-the-ultimate-adventure/

🛍️ Want to get started? These are the exact tools we use:
• Hooks: https://artofmicrofishing.com/product/30-size-pre-snelled-30cm-leader-w-loop-micro-fishing-hooks-10-pack-free-shipping/
• Rod Kit: https://artofmicrofishing.com/product/complete-micro-fishing-starter-kit-by-the-art-of-micro-fishing-your-all-in-one-angling-solution/
• Floats: https://artofmicrofishing.com/product/20-pack-small-self-threading-micro-fishing-floats/

Micro Fishing is the Ultimate Adventure Exploring the World’s Smallest Catches with Ultralight Tackle Micro fishing is more than just an alternative to traditional angling—it is a pursuit that transforms

03/21/2025

Make Your Own Dough Bait for Micro Fishing – It’s Cheap, Easy, and Effective

Catching micro species like shiners, darters, or topminnows doesn’t have to mean buying expensive bait. With just a few pantry staples—flour, cheese, oil, and egg yolk—you can mix up a dough bait that micro fish can’t resist.

This article breaks down:
✔️ The step-by-step recipe using semolina, chickpea flour, cheese, and oil
✔️ How to roll the bait into pellets using a turkey injector or by hand
✔️ Tips for baiting AOMF #30 micro hooks
✔️ How to store your bait and use it in the field

📖 Read the full bait guide here:
👉 https://artofmicrofishing.com/how-to-make-micro-fishing-dough-bait/

🛍️ Need the right hooks & floats for it? Grab them here:
• Hooks: https://artofmicrofishing.com/product/30-size-pre-snelled-30cm-leader-w-loop-micro-fishing-hooks-10-pack-free-shipping/
• Floats: https://artofmicrofishing.com/product/20-pack-small-self-threading-micro-fishing-floats/
• Starter Kit: https://artofmicrofishing.com/product/complete-micro-fishing-starter-kit-by-the-art-of-micro-fishing-your-all-in-one-angling-solution/

Make dough bait for micro fishing quick and easy. There's plenty of micro fishing bait in your kitchen. Make a ball and add it to our Aldridge #1 snelled hooks and you can be fishing in minutes.

03/21/2025

💡 All you need is a telescopic rod, some monofilament line, and some killer pre-snelled AOMF micro hooks.
They walk you through:
– Float rig for shiners and topwater micros
– Hand line for stealth
– Carolina-style split shot rig
– Dropper loop for structure
Read the full article here:
https://artofmicrofishing.com/how-to-set-up-a-micro.../
I used these products from the AOMF shop:
🎯 Hooks: https://artofmicrofishing.com/.../30-size-pre-snelled.../
🎯 Rod Kit: https://artofmicrofishing.com/.../complete-micro-fishing.../
🎯 Tippet Line: https://artofmicrofishing.com/.../4x-micro-fishing.../
🎯 Floats: https://artofmicrofishing.com/.../90pcs-15packs-small.../
Let me know which setup works best for you!

Boost your micro fishing success with these 10mm floats, pre-threaded for fast setup. Works with AOMF micro hooks & leaders to target darters, shiners, & sunfish. Ships from USA.

09/12/2024

Discover the Hidden World of Cavefish and Their Genetic Mysteries!

Exciting news for micro anglers and nature enthusiasts! A brand-new scientific paper has just been released, shedding light on the incredible genetic diversity within North American Spring Cavefishes. These tiny, often overlooked fish have revealed secrets that challenge our understanding of their populations proving that even the smallest species have complex stories to tell.

Our latest article dives into why discovery matters especially for micro anglers. From the importance of conservation to the thrill of encountering unique genetic variants there's so much more beneath the surface of every catch.

Join us as we explore how this breakthrough impacts the way we approach micro fishing and why understanding the hidden diversity in our waterways is crucial for preserving these remarkable species.

By Edward Johnson For most micro anglers, the thrill lies in the pursuit of the smallest and often overlooked species turning what many might consider insignificant catches into personal triumphs.

09/12/2024

LeRFing is a method of fishing in the UK that uses ultra light gear to catch fish that live predominantly in the rocky shoreline. It's a mix between ultralight and micro fishing that we know across the pond.

By Edward Johnnson Light Rock Fishing, or LRF, also LERFing, has emerged as a dynamic and accessible form of angling that marries precision with the thrill of discovery. Utilizing ultra-light

04/19/2024

We're wrapping up production on the new sabiki rig from The Art of Micro Fishing. Keep an eye out for the available date.

04/18/2024

These indo-pacific Sergeant Majors are getting along well in my salt water tank. It didn't take long and they learned where the food comes from and come see me at feeding time.

04/08/2024

Caught some Indo Pacific Sargeant on the Art of Micro Fishing hooks. They are plentiful but hard to hook. Sight fishing is most productive using bits of prawn or yellowtail scad aka yakkas. I also caught a lot of these in Hawaii.

04/08/2024

We are doing another giveaway on Instagram. Head over to our Instagram and like and tag a friend to have a chance to win a pack of 1-2-3 Art Of Micro Fishing hooks and a pack of Tiny Tail soft plastics!

https://www.instagram.com/p/C5fO_6rPbfv/

02/29/2024

I think this is a pearly lined cardinal fish. These things have a huge mouth for such a small fish.