There is a natural evolution from bank fishing to stream walking. It is probably due in part to someone getting bored bank fishing when the fish are not biting. Early angling literature almost always focuses on stream fishing. It is just a natural progression from bank angler on a big river to the guy exploring the feeder creeks. Even the fish move from big rivers to find food, security and less angling pressure.
All too many anglers miss out on the peace and solitude, not to mention the great fishing found by stream walking. We race up and down rivers in high speed boats with all the gadgets associated with that type of fishing.
Stream walking can be a matter of wading to another location for better placement of a lure or moving up and down the shoreline to find a better spot. After a heavy rain, or when backwaters otherwise flood, wading provides an opportunity to get fish that have taken advantage of high water to allow them back into creeks to feed.
It is possible that a stream walker can blaze a trail into otherwise unknown fishing waters. There is no telling what he might find.
Stream walkers use normal tackle with the addition of some more specialize equipment. The first thing they need is a good pair of waders. Chest waders are preferred but hi-p boots are more comfortable in hot weathers and when walking longer distances. If using chest waders it is still advisable to wade no deeper than ones hips. Also important is that you wear a belt on the chest waders. The belt will slow down the flow of water into the waders should you fall into deeper water. Wear the belt outside the waders and is usually coupled with suspenders that come with the waders. Continue reading – https://dongasaway.wordpress.com/2015/08/14/the-difference-between-bank-fishing-and-stream-walking/