WFSA – Welsh Federation of Sea Anglers the governing body for sea angling in Wales. Selects international teams for Home Internationals and CIPS events.
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Weight – See sinker.
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Weigh-In – The culmination of a fishing match where the catches a weighed on scales. With most competitions nowadays only the heaviest fish are weighed as the results are determined …
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Waders – Large rubber, neoprene or plastic boots that are extended up to thigh, hip or chest height. They may have moulded boots attached or stocking feet for wearing with …
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Viviparous fish – Fish who give birth to live young. Unlike those of ovoviviparous fish, the developing embryos receive nourishment from the mother.
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VHF radio – VHF (Very high frequency) radios are those used in the marine environment for ship to ship and ship to shore communication. They generally have a line of …
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Venting – using a hollow needle to release excess gas from a fish caught in deep water to improve its prospects of survival. A legal requirement for reef fish in …
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Velvet swimming crab – A small crab normally found below the low water mark. Has paddle shaped rear legs and a velvety texture to its carapace.
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Upwelling – The movement of nutrient rich waters from the bottom of the ocean to the surface.
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Uptiding – A type of boat fishing where the bait is cast uptide and away from the area around the anchor rope and boat. Grip leads are used and a …