Heavy winds can make trout fishing much more difficult. Knowing how to adjust your fishing techniques in the face of strong winds can help you catch more trout. Trout tend to feed near the surface in windy conditions, so using floating lures such as dry flies, poppers, and small streamers can be effective. Cast into…
Picking the right bait colors based on the fishing conditions can determine your success in catching kokanee or returning empty-handed. So what are the optimal bait colors? For kokanee fishing, natural colors like pearl white, pink, and silver work best in clear water and sunny conditions. In overcast skies or murky water, fluorescent colors like…
Knowing how trout view colors and which color baits to select given the conditions can make a difference in whether you catch fish or get skunked. So what are the best bait colors for trout fishing. The best bait colors for trout are natural color like ghost, clear, browns, and olives in clear water and…
Salmon are one of the best fighting and most prized gamefish in American waters. Many anglers overlook the importance of water temperature on these migratory fish and that is preventing them from catching more salmon. Coastal salmon in Oregon, California, Washington, British Columbia, and Alaska bite best in water ranging from 55-64° F. The best…
While there are many things to consider when trout fishing, one of the most important is water temperature. The temperature of the water is an essential component of a fish’s habitat. It impacts eating and reproductive activity by causing fish to increase or reduce their activity levels, moving them into specific regions while avoiding others….
There are 7 species of Salmon in North American waterways and they are incredibly valued targets for fishermen. Most anglers head out in the early morning and late afternoon but the night can seem like a challenging time for most anglers so they avoid this potentially great window. Salmon fishing can be incredible for most…
Cloudy days can bring about some of the best trout fishing. Many trout anglers are puzzled by what to do on cloudy or overcast days, but I say if you can go fishing, do so. This is something that every trout fisherman should understand to help them catch more trout when the skies are cloudy….
12 Best Live Bait for Trout Fishing These are the best live bait options for all species of trout and will help you catch more fish: 1. Minnows Minnows are the best bait for trout in my opinion. Fathead minnows are easy to catch with a net or inside a bait trap, and they are…
Leave a comment after this article and let’s talk more about fishing. I’d love to read your feedback. Kokanee are a popular species of salmon among anglers in many western reservoirs and lakes. Picking the right time of day to catch these landlocked sockeye salmon can be very important. While kokanee will feed all day…
Leave a comment after this article and let’s talk more about trout fishing at different times. I’d love to read your feedback. Trout fishing is one the most challenging and rewarding activities you enjoy outdoors. But fishing at the optimum time of day when trout are actively feeding can seem challenging. Most anglers make the…