Tag: Trout

Effective trolling lures for both rainbow and bull trout are Luhr Jensen Krocodile spoons, Apex Hot Spot Trolling Lures, and Tomic or Lyman plugs (the four-inch size mimics the lake’s one-year-old kokanee). Another great method for catching rainbow trout in Kootenay Lake is trolling bucktails. What is the best bait for bull trout? The best […]

The Gerrard Rainbow Trout is native to the West Kootenay and is the largest rainbow trout in the world. The fish is named after the ghost town of Gerrard situated on the south end of Trout Lake just east of upper Arrow Lake where they spawn in a short 300-m section of the Lardeau River. […]

Adult Bull Trout like their food in big bites, so the majority of their food is other fish. But, young Bull Trout up to about 16-inches in length often feed very much like rainbow or cutthroat trout. Their diet is mostly aquatic insects. Sometimes young Bull Trout are caught while fishing dry flies. What do […]

Description. The bull trout, not really a true trout, is actually a char species with a relatively large head and jaw from which the term “bull” originated. This species has a slightly forked tail and is typically olive- green to blue-grey in colour, although lake-dwelling bull trout can have silvery sides. What is a big […]

The bull trout (Salvelinus confluentus) is a char of the family Salmonidae native to northwestern North America. Historically, S. confluentus has been known as the “Dolly Varden” (S. Bull trout Genus: Salvelinus Species: S. confluentus Binomial name Salvelinus confluentus Suckley, 1859 Are bull trout and Dolly Varden the same? Bull trout and Dolly Varden are […]

When fishing for Bull Trout use a short 3 to 4 foot 0X to 2X leader on a sinking tip line. If you’re using a floating line try tying on a 12 to 14 foot leader with a weight or a bead head fly. Bull trout hang near the bottom of deep pools, especially if […]

All the local rivers on BC’s south coast are home to bull trout and offer fishing opportunities during the winter months. These include the Harrison River, Vedder River, Upper Pitt River, Lillooet River, Squamish River and Cheakamus River. Can you keep bull trout in British Columbia? Bull Trout in British Columbia are protected under the […]

The best presentations for Bull Trout are ones that resemble baitfish. Spin casting with jigs, minnow imitating crank baits, spoons, and spinners are all productive methods of fishing for Bull Trout. What is the most effective trout bait? An all-round classic bait for both Rainbow trout and Brown trout. Maggots have been a firm favourite […]

Do large trout fight harder? In my experience, on average large trout fight harder than smaller fish, but it is no guarantee. Some trout are simply harder fighters. I have caught several large trout which were actually quite docile, while some smaller trout fought with a lot of energy. What trout fight the hardest? Tiger […]

It’s a hard no-no. Raw fish is unsuitable for cats as it contains an enzyme called thiaminase that destroys thiamine which is an essential B vitamin for your cat. If cats have too little thiamine, they might experience some severe health problems. Can cats eat cooked trout? Absolutely not. Fish bones (and other animal bones) […]

To debone a trout, first cook it completely, which loosens the connective tissues and makes it easier to debone. Then, use a knife to make a small cut at the base of the trout’s tail, where the filet begins. Next, hold the flesh down while you pull the tail up and away from the trout […]

Farmed Atlantic salmon and rainbow trout are safe for sushi and sashimi. Is trout safe to eat raw? Here are a few common types of fish eaten raw: seabass, swordfish, salmon, trout, mackerel, tuna and salmon. Other types of seafood, like shrimp, crab, scallops, eel and octopus are also widely and safely eaten raw. Can […]

Hold the tail and then use your knife to gently push the meat down. The cooked trout will split into two parts with the bones sticking to one side. Flip the fish over so that the bones are facing up and then starting near the tail grab the spine and gently lift – you will […]

Final Verdict. Fish eyes are a delicacy in multiple cultures outside the west. They contain a soft, gelatinous texture and rich, umami flavor. Furthermore, they are packed to the gills (pun intended) with incredible nutrients that can benefit your heart, brain, and eyes. What happens if you eat fish eye? Not only are fish eyes […]

Chumming does attract trout, but it is certainly less effective on trout than most species of fish. Stock trout respond well to chumming. Some fishermen simply throw handfuls of corn, cat nuts or fish pellets into the water while fishing. Can you use chum as bait? How To Use Chum To Lure Bait Fish: Grab […]

Vitamins and Minerals Rainbow trout is high in calcium, potassium, magnesium, and niacin. A 3-ounce serving of rainbow trout has 57mg of calcium, 409mg of potassium, 26.4mg of magnesium, and 4.58mg of niacin. It also has 52.7 IU of vitamin A, 3.78mg of vitamin B-12, and 645 IU of vitamin D. Does trout have high […]

To survive through a northern winter in a frozen stream or lake, trout metabolism decreases, enabling them to survive longer between meals. Trout and other stream fish move to areas of better winter habitat, including deep pools and areas with stable ice conditions and slow currents. Can fish survive in a completely frozen pond? If […]

If you have fish in your pond, aeration is not just important, it is absolutely vital for their survival. Without aeration, fish would not have sufficient oxygen to breathe and beneficial bacteria would not be able to keep up with bio-filtration, so water quality would rapidly deteriorate. Can you over aerate a fish pond? The […]

Trout prefer clear water; apply about 1,000 pounds of agricultural lime or agricultural gypsum per surface acre of water to keep the water clear. Apply the lime or gypsum weekly until the water is clear. Place a screen or grate over the exit stream in the pond to prevent trout from escaping. How do I […]

Generally, trout ponds should be 8 – 12 feet (2.4 – 3.6 meters) deep so that the fish can retreat to the cooler pond bottom whenever surface temperatures increase. A greater depth may be vital in cooler areas where the pond surface may freeze over completely during winter. How big of a pond do I […]