Fall is the perfect time to fish for trout; they are more robust in size and greater in numbers. The fall season also provides its share of challenges for catching trout. This article will take a look at 10 tips for catching trout during the fall including what gear to bring, what times are best to fish, where to go, and more.
1. Fall tout fishing: What kind of trout are you fishing for?
There are well over a dozen species of trout and even more subspecies, all of which present different challenges. When going fall fishing for trout make sure you know what kinds of trout your favorite fishing spot has. Different trout have different behavior patterns; therefore you need to know what kind of trout you are fishing for best results.
2. Fall tout fishing: Understanding the cooler temperatures
Trout are more active in cooler waters, which make the cooler fall weather great for trout fishing. When the water is cooler you will see more activity, unlike in the summer where you have to fish during the cooler parts of the day.
3. Fall tout fishing: Twist on lead
When casting the fly you will get more results by getting the fly to slightly dip below the surface, thus attaching a weight on the line will ensure more bites.
4. Fall tout fishing: Light rod
You want to use a light 4lb rod for best results, a heavier rod is harder to use and you will not get as many bites. Heavier 6lb rod is used for salmon fishing, but if you are trout fishing you should use a light rod.
5. Fall tout fishing: Less gear is more
When fly fishing for trout you do not need a lot of gear to be successful, the website www.flyfishingoutfitters.com has some great gear selections for all skill levels.
6. Fall tout fishing: Sharp hooks
Trout are thick skinned, which holds true especially during the fall. Make sure that your hooks are sharp before fishing for best results.
7. Fall tout fishing: Use your eyes!
During the fall the trout start to feed more and become robust, they are easy to spot in the water if you just look. You can use sunglasses to cut down on glare for better viewing, but do not forget to look in the water before fishing.
8. Fall tout fishing: Use a natural casting motion with a weight attached
Unlike in the spring time when bugs are hatching the fall presents itself with different feeding habits. As mentioned earlier the weight is essential to mimic trout feeding habits in the fall.
9. Fall tout fishing: Shallow water is sometimes beneficial
After a rain or downpour more worms will be venturing out of the ground and into shallow water, which creates an influx of trout to these areas. Trout hide near vegetation and under logs, check these spots for trout, especially during the fall.
10. Fall tout fishing: Natural bait or artificial bait?
Both natural bait and artificial baits work during the fall, in fact natural baits sometimes work better because insects are no longer hatching. Experimenting with both types of bait is a great way to find out what will work best in the environment you are fishing in.
Sources:
http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/1749260/beginners_guide_to_trout_fishing.html?cat=11
www.flyfishingoutfitters.com
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fly_fishing#Dry_fly_trout_fishing
http://www.redrockadventure.com/fishing/flyfishing/fall_browns.htm
