In one experiment published in the Journal of Fish and Wildlife Management, it was found that wild rainbow and Westslope Cutthroat trout had an average speed of 0.84m/s (or 1.97mph), while the fastest recorded speed was 6 miles per hour for Rainbow Trout and just under 8mph for the Westslope Cutthroats. Although, in a burst, … Read more
Trout have tiny and soft scales which do not need to be removed before cooking. Many people barely notice them while eating cooked trout. On trout larger than 18″ it can be worthwhile to give them a quick scraping because the scales can be a bit larger. Trout, are a popular eating fish, knowing for … Read more
The best time to go trout fishing is determined by the water temperature. In hot weather, it is best to fish early in the morning or the evening. While in the winter, trout usually only start to feed after 10 am or when the water starts to warm. At times trout can be sluggish will … Read more
Trout fishing is a popular pastime for many anglers, and those who are passionate about it often spend a lot of time observing the behavior of trout. One of the questions that may come to mind is whether trout fight each other. The answer is yes, trout can be quite territorial and aggressive towards each … Read more
Ever went into a fishing store, and looked at all the Rapala lures on display. Two of the most common models being the Original Floater and the Xrap. But, which lure is best and how do they compare to each other? While this article is primarily going to be focused on trout fishing, I have … Read more
To catch trout, we must know where they are. In this guide, I will give 7 hints to find new spots to target trout. Trout fishing is becoming increasingly popular. The well known spots can be crowded, and the trout wary making them difficult to catch. While fishing beside other anglers can at times be … Read more
Winter is one of my favorite times of year to target trout on jerkbaits. The reason why jerkbaits are my lure of choice over the colder months is that their realistic appearance allows for extremely slow retrieves, which give lethargic trout plenty of time to inspect before striking. The basics are simple, cast the Jerkbait … Read more
I am going to put my cards straight on the table. I hate drones, I consider them annoying oversized mosquitoes that buzz around overhead ruining the tranquillity of an area. Sure, they produce some spectacular video footage, but that does not make them any less annoying. Drones are more than just video devices, they can … Read more
Kenya Tropical Africa might be the last place which comes to mind for trout fishing. But in the highland forests of Mount Kenya both Brown and Rainbow trout exist, they were introduced by the British in the early 1900’s. Even today, a steady stream of anglers still head to the Kenyan highlands to try there … Read more
While entirely natural, falling leaves do impact trout fisheries in several ways. This is most notable in slow stagnant streams and small ponds where heavy leaf falls can smother the surface making casting difficult. But the real threat occurs beneath the surface, as the leaves decompose they remove oxygen from the water causing anaerobic conditions … Read more