August 11, 2010 - 6:34 pm
The first thing to keep in mind when it comes to fishing for trout is where trout are found. For the most part trout are found in cold, clear, flowing water. Trout are very aware of their surroundings and in clear water this means that the fisherman needs to be concerned about the trout’s surroundings as well. In other words you don’t want the trout to notice you as much as is possible. When fishing for trout you want to do things like wearing drab colored clothing and not casting your shadow on the area that you’re attempting to fish. Basically make yourself as invisible to the trout as is possible.
The next thing to keep in mind when fishing for trout is the size of the fishing gear that’s employed. Too often beginning trout anglers use fishing gear that’s entirely too heavy. One of the most important basics of trout fishing is to use ultralight rods, reels, and light line. Not only does this make trout fishing much more sporting and fun, the use of ultralight gear also makes fishing much more effective as well. I personally use four pound test monofilament fishing line when trout fishing and nothing heavier than six pound test should ever be employed when fishing for trout (in most situations).
Trout Fishing