Category: Fishing Tips
Where to find trout is important
At our last meeting, our now former member Dr. Larry Puckett provided an outstanding presentation on the characteristics of stream habitat to look for when stalking the elusive brook trout. Larry was very gracious to make this material available for both our education and to make our quests for trout more productive. His presentation, and data are available for viewing by clicking the links below:
For his presentation “Prospecting for Brook Trout” Click Here
For his 2000 VTSSS data Click Here
For his map displaying geological areas of Virginia Click Here
If you think playing a fish until you tire it out is okay, think again, reports the American Fisheries Society. Recent research shows that playing a fish until you tire them actually builds up excessive levels of lactic acid which can affect their ability to swim. Note: if a fish can’t properly swim, it will have a difficult time avoiding bigger predatory fish. Ultimately, this can have an adverse impact on the stability of fish species. “The rule here is to play fish to hand quickly and efficiently.” This will not only help aid in the species to service longer periods, but will also ensure that future fishing is preserved.
(Excerpt from Outdoor Life, May 2009)
