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In fact, trout is the common name for freshwater predators belonging to the salmon family. They are sensitive to polluted water and when toxic substances appear, they are the first of all aquatic inhabitants to die. Some species of trout are listed in the Red Book. In this article, we will analyze where trout fishing is allowed, its features, what and how to catch.
Search for a place
In most regions of Russia it is forbidden to catch wild trout in the natural environment. You can please yourself with such a rare catch on paysites. If you accidentally caught a trout in an ordinary river, then you should carefully remove it from the hook and release it into the pond. Otherwise, you can get a good fine. But in some regions it is still allowed to catch wild fish.
First of all, it is necessary to look for clean reservoirs with sandy or rocky soil. The presence of stones increases the chance of finding the desired fish. In this case, there should be a good flow. Forest and mountain rivers have such parameters. If there are chalk hills in your area, then it is advisable to go in search of a reservoir there.
Fishing on payers
Fishing on paid reservoirs has recently gained great popularity. Fishermen especially do not have to look for the right reservoir with the necessary fish. You just need to pay a certain amount and enjoy.
Advantages of fishing in paid areas:
- No need to look for wild trout streams and rivers;
- Comfortable conditions for the whole family are provided;
- Reservoirs are equipped with bridges and convenient approaches;
- Access to trout fishing is available all year round;
- On some paid ponds, you can take the caught prey;
- The bite in such reservoirs is the best. The fish are less shy.
Terms
Common gear is also prohibited here:
- Electric fishing rods;
- Ostrogi;
- Fishing nets;
- The gate;
- Spiders;
- Crossings, etc.
You are allowed to use the following gear:
- float rods;
- Donkey:
- Spinning;
- fly fishing;
- Zherlitsy;
- Mugs.
Restrictions on the number and minimum size of fish caught may also apply. These conditions are spelled out in the Fishing Rules.
average price
The price tag varies depending on the region, the conditions provided, the time of year and other factors. Some bases provide the opportunity to take the catch for a fee. In fact, the main amount of money is taken for the amenities offered, such as a bathhouse, a gazebo, a barbecue, and so on. Payment is taken daily.
The average cost in Russia with living conditions is 3000-3500 rubles per day. For this money, not only the opportunity to catch trout is provided, but also a house for living, a barbecue area where you can cook a trophy. Other amenities are available for an additional fee.
Tooling
Winter fishing gear for trout is divided into two types: active and passive. In the first case, you need to constantly monitor the tackle and give out an attractive game. In the second, the tackle is set in promising places and the fishing is carried out without the participation of the fisherman. But to completely leave the tackle unattended will not work. All the same, it will be necessary to follow it in order to make a cut. Biting alarms help with this. Tackle is a short rod equipped with a reel, line, bait and weight.
Rod
Winter for this fish is one of the best periods. It is at this time that she shows the greatest activity. Therefore, winter fishing requires some activity, namely frequent change of place, replacement of nozzles, creation of animation. If you buy a heavy fishing rod, then your hand will quickly get tired. The recommended length of the rod is up to 50 cm. It depends on the fishing conditions and the fishing technique. An important role is played by the handle of the fishing rod. It should be comfortable from heat-insulating material. Properly selected material, in addition, timely and efficiently informs the angler about the bite. The most popular materials are PVC and polystyrene.
The whip of the rod must be hard. Otherwise, it will sag and fail to set a quality game. The rod itself is also better to choose reliable. Trout flashing in winter implies a considerable load on the tackle.
Fishing line
A good fishing line should not stretch much, and even better, that this should not happen at all. The sensitivity of the half-peck depends on this. Experienced fishermen advise using a cord with a diameter of 0,125-0,16 mm. If fishing is carried out on rivers with a strong current, then it is better to set a cross section of 0,25-0,3 mm. Biting rates will be higher if the fish does not notice the threat. Therefore, the less visible the line, the better. But too thin and has the appropriate strength. Therefore, the best option would be braided. With a small cross section, the strength is quite high.
Some anglers use nylon line on their line. She has gained a lot of popularity lately. It is soft yet durable at the same time. Fits well in the coil. At the same time, the cost of such a cord is relatively low.
Coil
The reel must fit the rod, it must be convenient and high quality to wind the line, have a friction brake, etc. Recommended size 1000-2000. Pay attention to the spool. If you need long casts, it is better to choose a larger size. For catching river trout, the speed of winding is important. The coil must match.
Bait
Every fisherman knows that the use of bait can significantly increase the bite. The same applies to trout. Today, the market offers store-bought bait with different flavors. Some fishermen prefer to do it with their own hands, believing that this approach has a better effect on the bite.
For trout, a special top dressing called pellets is made. In stores you can find such a bait with the following flavors:
- Fish;
- caviar;
- Shrimp
- Beer;
- Garlic.
According to the experience of many fishermen, the first flavor has the best catchability. But in some cases, others perform well. Therefore, it is better to acquire several options so as not to return home empty-handed.
Baits and lures
Trout are unpretentious in terms of bait. Can catch almost anything. On some reservoirs, some nozzles will work, on others others. But there are universal ones that show good biting performance in any water area.
Trout, like most predatory fish, takes both artificial and natural baits. Verification is done by experimental casts on certain baits.
Silicone
It is believed that the best of the elastic bands are edible models soaked in an attractant. In addition, it is quite soft and produces natural animation. The recommended silicone size is 50-60mm. An exception is the imitation of worms, which will be longer (up to 10 cm).
As for the color, it is better to use bright and variegated colors. But they won’t always work. It is advisable to keep a natural color in the arsenal.
Spoon
The first thing you should pay attention to is the size and weight of the oscillator. They depend on the intended production. If the weight of the trout is 700 grams, then the size of the spinner should be within 4-5 cm. Over a kilogram, the spoon should be 7-8 cm.
For winter fishing, it is recommended to use front-loaded models. They allow you to quickly sink to the bottom, where a predator lives at this time.
If fishing is carried out on large fish, then it is better to install the N3 lure. With a strong current, the petal should be thicker. Color also matters. Although many people neglect it. It depends on weather conditions. In sunny weather, dark-colored oscillators are suitable, and golden or silver in cloudy ones. In conditions of limited visibility, a bright accessory can flash and attract the attention of a trout. Especially in winter time.
Rattlins
Rattlins are relatively new baits that have gained a lot of popularity in a short period of time. In fact, these are flat-shaped wobblers without blades. They can be equipped with noise chambers and have negative buoyancy. Production material – plastic. This nozzle is also successfully used on walleye, pike and perch.
Ratlin imitates a wounded fish and thereby attracts the attention of a predator. A high-quality lure produces a vertical animation. Thanks to this, you can set the desired game in different conditions.
Experienced fishermen put ratlins of the following sizes 5-7 cm on their rods. At the same time, it does not matter what trout (size) is planned to be hunted. It turns out that this is a universal nozzle, but in terms of colors, you will have to have several colors:
- Dark green;
- Acidic;
- Red.
It is desirable that the differences were only in color. The shape and size must be the same.
Shrimps
Trout fishing in winter is often carried out on a jig with a piece of shrimp. The right choice of color is important here. Dark colors perform well in clear weather. In cloudy or in conditions of limited visibility, it is advisable to use a yellow or silver bait. Everyone knows perfectly well that a shrimp is easy to pick off the hook. To avoid frequent hooking, it is recommended to use the white-pink flesh of the tail part, peeled from the shell.
To maximize the attention of the fish, you can put it on the tip of the hook in such a way that the rest of it oscillates. First, the pulp must be loosened and only then planted. So it will be more attractive in appearance and produce more flavor.
A few words about the wiring technique. When the predator is in the active phase, it is necessary to lead the bait quickly. In this case, there must be frequent pauses. The technique of catching a passive predator must correspond to its behavior.
Squid
Squid can be used in three ways, or rather on three gear:
- Fishing with a regular rod;
- On a jig head with a strip of squid;
- For winter baubles with replanting.
The prepared strip is mounted on the edge and we begin to fish. When fishing with a jig head and a bait with replanting, it is important to set an attractive animation. The bite will not keep you waiting.
Trout pastes
Trout paste is considered one of the most catchy predator baits. Including the trout itself. It emits a pleasant aroma and is made in different colors. The composition includes a protein blend and flavors with flavors:
- Worms;
- crustaceans;
- Fish;
- Baked etc.
The paste is similar in consistency to plasticine. We take a small piece and form a ball, which we attach to the hook. You can set the bait to a certain shape so that it shows an interesting game during wiring.
For example, paste is placed along the entire length of the hook and flattened. From the side of the fishing line, we bring the edges together. Thus, a petal is obtained. When posting, the product will be interesting to play and attract a predator.
Ice fishing methods
Trout fishing in winter is different from summer fishing. Mostly in the gear and methods used.
Floating rod
It is practically no different from fishing other fish. Unless it should be more durable and flexible. The main thing is that the rod is light, as it will have to be constantly held in your hands, often cast, and change fishing spots. This procedure quickly tires. The length is selected depending on the reservoir.
Any coil will do. Enough drum capacity up to 50 meters of fishing line. The recommended size of the latter is 0,2-0,3 mm. It is desirable to match the color of the vegetation. Hook size N4-8. Most often, one is installed.
Any trout food base is used as bait. The most versatile is the dung worm. In some cases, it is even enough to plant parts of the worm, and not the whole. Basically, this bait is used on small individuals. Also, maggots, mormyshkas, moths, locusts, flies and others have good bite indicators.
There are several ways to catch a float rod:
- Plumb;
- Overlapping;
- Reception with a slowly sinking bait.
With a nod
A nod is an alternative to a float that attaches to the top of the rod. With their help, a high-quality game of the nozzle is set. For trout fishing, the nod should be hard and short. When cutting, it will not fall through and small bites will be clearly visible. It is important that when hooking a fish, the hook can pierce the lip. Therefore, rigidity plays a big role.
The coil is used small. It is desirable that it be equipped with a brake. It will be needed when playing. It is better to put a fishing line monofilament 0,18-0,22 mm. Fishermen use artificial baits as bait in winter:
- Spoon;
- Trout pastes and others.
On the girders
Zherlitsa is a passive tackle with a number of its features. Hooks are desirable to put N4-6. They must be very sharp, as the predator has a strong bone base. A sliding sinker is suitable, weighing 6-7 grams. The thickness of the fishing line is 0,25-0,3 mm. Pastes, shrimps, live bait, worms, maggots are used as bait.
It is important to properly install the vent:
- We drill a hole;
- Remove remaining ice
- We measure the depth;
- We plant the bait and lower the tackle under the ice;
- Cover the hole with a little snow.
Mormyshka
For winter fishing, it is recommended to use a large mormyshka 3-8 gr. High biting rates are shown by replanting from boiled shrimp. The fishing technique is similar to spinning. We give the bait to smoothly plan to the required depth. We wait a few seconds and begin a slow rise to the surface of the water. The cycle is repeated 3-5 times. If there is no bite, then we lower the bait to the next horizon. Thus we go to the very bottom.
Tips for beginners
In order not to frighten off a predator, and especially a wild one, it is not recommended to put a whole worm on a hook. Divide it into several parts. To improve the quality of the bite, it is first necessary to feed the place of fishing, at least an hour before fishing. Try to make as few casts as possible. River trout are quite shy. Also, do not make a strong undercut. Predator, so, powerfully attacks the bait.