Fishing For Trout
Top Tips to Help You Catch More Trout
Are you tired of your friends boasting about how many trout they have caught? Are you weary of going home empty handed after a day on the water? We have some secrets and tips to ensure that you have many more good days than bad when out fishing for trout.
The Types of Trout
When we discuss trout fishing, we are referring to typical trout species that can be caught within the United States. The usual species to be found are the Bull, Cutthroat, Brook, Brown and Rainbow Trout. Fishing for any of these species is similar though you may want to read up on each of the species in order to have as much knowledge as possible about their habits.
The Size of the Gear
When you are fishing for trout, your gear and bait size matter. Using the lightest gear as well as bait is recommended. Unless your area has monster trout as happens to be in the Midwest, the lighter the better. Your hook and bait should be no more than size 10.
The smallest lures are recommended as well. Spinners and spoons that are larger than a quarter ounce are often too big. If you are using minnow-type plugs, keeping the size below 4 inches will net you plenty of trout.
What You Wear
Most trout fishing is done in streams and rivers. Often the angler must wade in the water in order to catch some trout. You will be surprised to note that the color of your clothing makes a difference. Wear colors that are drab and won’t stand out like white and bright colors. Remember, the fish can see you so you want to blend in with the background. Even your shirt colors matter so instead of wearing an orange or red one, wear grey or brown.
Fish Can Smell Too
All trout have a great sense of smell and have the ability to detect odors that aren’t natural to their environment. Anglers must beware of the way their hands smell as the smell transfers to whatever they touch and in this case it is gear and bait. Most trout take a sniff of the bait before they will bite and if you smoke or have used heavy cologne without washing your hands the fish will definitely smell it. If you are a smoker, after you are done, grab some dirt or weeds near you and rub your hands on them so as to get rid of any unnatural odors. Unusual smelling hands will cost a fisherman a ton of bites!
Trout are Pretty Smart
When you are fishing for trout you must keep in mind that these types of fish are quite intelligent. When you are deciding upon how to present your bait, you should do it in the most natural way possible. Pre-tied gang hooks allow the fisherman to make live bait seem natural. Whether you are fishing in a stream or a river, the presentation of the bait is one of the most important aspects of catching trout.
More Tips for Trout Fishing
It is thought that when you are fishing for trout, the closer you are to the rapids the better. You also need to be patient when you are trout fishing. Keeping noise to a minimum will net you more bites than if you are busy talking to your neighbor while you are angling. Make sure you know what the weather will be like before you leave so you can bring along the proper clothing. Be sure you have all licenses and permits with you so as to avoid getting a ticket.
Trout fishing has been called a sport by many, but it is a passion for most. No one wants to come home empty handed so follow these tips and see if they don’t net you plenty of trout for the frying pan.
Thank you to Francine Hunt for this "Fishing For Trout" article.
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