Using the long-line

To start you need a weight for each end or 2 stakes if putting it out on a beach. Bait the hooks with any suitable bait - worm, squid, mackerel strip etc and it is best to cover the bait lightly with sand to stop birds getting at it.Set the line approx 1/2 HOUR AFTER low water and return about 11/2 hours BEFORE the next low tide.
If using from a boat you will need 2 weights,2 buoy lines and 2 flags.Tie the flag/buoy to the buoy line,tie the other end of the buoy line to 1 weight and then tie one end of the longline to the weight.Bait the hooks and lower them slowly over the side - after the last hook tie the other weight to the longline,tie one end of the other buoy line to the weight and lower the weight  and tie the other flag to the remaining end of the buoy line.If you are fishing over a clean bottom a buoy line on 1 end is sufficient but if fishing over rock 2 lines are better as you can pull from either end if a hook catches in.Slipper limpet,mussels cockles,hermit crab,peeler crab also make good baits but the more "local" a bait is the more effective it will be.
It is advisable to check with your local Sea Fisheries Officer on local regulations and byelaws before fishing.

GOOD FISHING !!!