Salmonidae Season!
Many waters are opened and the hunt for salmonidae can begin.
It is time for the trout anglers amongst you to take your place on favoured waters and new swims. The fish will not be as wary as they were at the end of season and you will have a great chance of landing a few specimen's. The emphasis however remains on sensitivity; the more sensitive your equipment, the better your chances of a full net.
Fly fishers will find this a particularly enjoyable time of year; it is the time for mayflies, and both brown trout and rainbow trout are eager to feed. Spin anglers will also have plenty of success; especially when using small spinners and wobblers close to the bank.
As with all fish, choosing the right fishing spot is very important. Taking note of the area were the insects swarm in the early evening will help you make the right choice. When fish rise to take insects from the surface, they are easy to spot; the task is more difficult when the fish stay beneath the surface. A set of polarised glasses are a great aid. The lenses reflect the light from the water's surface, allowing you to see what is happening below. Still waters are perfect for spotting fish and placing bait with pinpoint accuracy. Stones and trees provide fish with protection and are often the area where they lurk for food - the perfect spot for presenting nymphs and spinners. Trout, like many other predators, can also be found near the bank, but some anglers make the mistake of overlooking this area.
Sometimes, fish can be difficult and simply will not take your bait. In situations like this, your only option is to change bait and keep changing until you find the right one. Try a variety of bait sizes; smaller baits are often more appealing than larger baits. Imitation grasshoppers are particularly successful in seducing trout. That said, there is no universal bait, and part of the attraction of angling lies in trial and error. One thing that you can rely on though, is that the anglers who know their waters and the feeding habits of the fish will have more success.
We wish you a lot of success!
Product tips
- Rod: Kogha CAMOU SPIN
- Reel: Kogha SFX
- Perca Trout Line
- Kogha Sickle Hook Trace Trout
- Knives and steel as a set