New to Fishing, New t the forums

[jkru]

First off I have to admit I know nothing about fishing. I couldnt even identify the fish if I did catch one.There is so much information its kind of overwhemling not sure where to begin.

I live in Washington State. Im often out on the sound or lake washington.

I am not sure what kind of fishing rod to buy. I just baught one and im pretty sure its the wrong rod..

Its 7' rod with a pen 500 reel. It doesnt have a level wind..

I want to fish for salmon and lake trout. Is that rod a ok starting point?

Were should I post such questions?

Thanks in advance!!

JKru
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[macfly55]

jkru.. welcome to the site.. and just remember.. we all have to start somewhere.. so with that in mind.. here is a link to the [url "http://www.bigfishtackle.com/cgi-bin/gforum/gforum.cgi?category=58"]Washington Forum[/url] where you can post your question to local anglers who might be able to help you .. good luck..

MacFly
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[wiperhunter2]

Welcome to the site Jkru, here is a link to the trout and salmon board, you can also ask your question there.
[url "http://www.bigfishtackle.com/forum/gforum.cgi?forum=166"]http://www.bigfishtackle.com/forum/gforum.cgi?forum=166[/url]
Good luck. WH2
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[Dryrod]

[font "Garamond"][#008000][size 4]Hi ther jkru and welcome to our forum. You live in a great area to do salt or fresh water fishing. As MacFly pointed out the Washington board is a good place to start. We also have a fresh water & salt water forums where you can also post your questions. Good luck.[/size][/#008000][/font]
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