If there were an award for the most popular freshwater fish, it could easily go to salmon- with a little competition from bass of course! And not only that, salmon is also the best known freshwater game fish in the world. And it does not matter if you are a veteran or a first timer, salmon is quite a catch. However you would need proper tools and techniques and a good spot selection on the river, you can catch a prized salmon too. Here is how.
• A 15-18 feet long fishing rod that has elastic at the end, at least 500 feet of line, and some baits and other tackles. Before you head out the water, it is better to check with the local bait store as to what is really working with the fish – hat way you can select the most effective baits.
• Timing is everything they say – 55 degrees water temperature is ideal for salmon. Cloudy and overcast days are also great times. Early in the day or later in the afternoon and if you decide to go on during mid day – find a shaded section of the river.
• Check the lure action beside the boat- always.
• We know that there are three stages in which you can catch salmon- the lake stage, river mouth stage and the River stage. So you have to choose your fishing spot wisely. Salmon generally tend to feed in clear and fast moving rivers or streams that have pebbled bottoms and an outlet in the ocean.
• Worms, small shellfish or shrimp are good bait options, however make sure you confirm with the local bait shop – what the fish are biting on exactly. Attach the bait to your hook so it is undetectable.
• Making sure that you have enough weight to keep your line just above the river bottom, fasten your sinker to your line. And as the current gets stronger, you can add more weights. Your fishing knots should hold them secure.
• Trolling in S or a zigzag fashion- this varies lure speed and action.
• Use light colored lures on bright days and dark colored lures on dark days.
• Better to troll away from the sun when you can.
• It is important to match your lures to the size and color of the forage fish in the water.
• In order to get your line in water quicker, place your line in a release attached to the transom.
• When using those treble hooks, sharpen your hooks and bend down those barbs.
• Better to bow to a jumping salmon- not to tear its delicate mouth.
• Cast your line in the desired direction. You have the required tackle and a reel with more than 500 feet of line and a leader that is at least 4 feet long.
• You have to keep still. Salmon are easily frightened and if alarmed, they will only swim faster and farther away.
• When you feel a tug, reel the fish in.
These few salmon fishing tips are going to help you out henceforth. Good Luck and Tight Lines!
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