Floating for Spring Steelhead Trout
Of the various methods employed to catch migratory rainbow trout, or
steelhead, in the tributary rivers, creeks and streams that flow into the
Great Lakes, float fishing is likely the most popular. Float fishing
allows the angler to present a bait at any level of the water column,
including in the prime fish-holding zone located within 18 inches or so of
the bottom. But these areas also tend to snag hooks and sinkers. A float
can carry a bait safely above these tackle-eating snags, and right at eye
level of waiting trout.
Temperature, Tackle and Techniques
Early Season Longlining For Trout From The Gardiner Expressway To God's
Country Your boat works around a small, rocky knob along the shoreline,
and the warm, offshore breeze immediately dries up. With no more chop
music on the hull, the only sounds are songbirds flitting in the naked
hardwoods and melt water's crisp daytrip down the land and back into the
lake. Shade from big cedars, pines and sharp overhangs has kept snow alive
in brilliant patches amongst the black, grey and pink rock. Light jackets
and sweaters instantly come off.
Late Season Steelies
The late fall is often looked upon as the slowest time for fishing as it
is kind of a transition period. The warm water species have shut down
until springtime and the ice-fishing season hasn't quite started yet. Even
though it is technically still fall, the cold days of winter can
definitely be felt in the air, which can scare away a lot of anglers who
don't want to bundle up and battle the cold north winds. But without
question, some of the hottest Steelhead action of the year can happen
right before winter sets in and the coldest days arrive.
Spring Rainbows on Trolled
Streamers
Mid to late April is when ice often leaves Ontario lakes, unveiling open
water trout fishing. I particularly enjoy targeting rainbow on small lakes
at this time of year. Fishing tactics in the spring include casting or
trolling small spoons, minnow plugs, or streamer flies. It's the latter
that has consistently delivered for me over the years, and you don't need
a fly rod to fish them.
Discover the Joy of Small-Stream Trout
Imagine yourself exploring a small tranquil stream - lost in your own
world yet in the thick of trout country. Cascading waterfalls, riverbank
critters and satisfying solitude are yours to enjoy and explore for the
length of a day. Thousands of tiny creeks and rivers call Ontario home,
and the wondrous colours and energetic tussles that the resident brookies,
browns and rainbows exhibit is like discovering a new realm in the land of
angling fun. Come take a walk off the beaten path and reap the rewards
that small-stream fishing can offer.
Lake Trout Fishing
- With lake trout season almost upon us, it's time
to explore some tactics for catching them. Have you ever had the pleasure
of landing one of these great fighting trout on a spinner rig?
Primer for Spring Steelhead
- As winter makes way for spring, the world, once
again, starts to flourish. The ice melts away, the birds return, and the
creeks and rivers become alive with silvery-sheened steelhead!
Roadside Brook (Speckled) Trout
- What you're looking for may be practically in
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