A fishing apparatus that includes a float member to position the fishing apparatus at a surface of a body of water. The fishing apparatus also includes a spool apparatus. The spool apparatus includes a spool end for having fishing line wound around. The spool apparatus further includes a flange apparatus attached to the spool end for securing the fishing line and preventing the fishing line from feeding out any further than desirable. The flange apparatus includes a first flange portion positioned adjacent to the spool end. The first flange portion includes a first opening and a first slot disposed therein. The flange apparatus also includes a second flange portion positioned adjacent to the first flange portion. The second flange portion having a second opening and a second slot disposed therein.
