262 Bass, Pike, and Perch 



connected to the line by a swivel-sinker, and of a 

 weight adapted to the strength of the tide. A 

 float may be used in shallow water to keep the 

 bait from the bottom when clam or shrimp is 

 used. In localities where tautog, sea-bass, or 

 weakfish are likely to be met with, a heavier rod, 

 like the Little Giant, or a light striped-bass 

 rod, may be of an advantage to one not accus- 

 tomed to lighter rods, and the hook may be a 

 trifle larger. 



