Fall Fishing

Its that time again. Its cooling down and that means its time to Try to get that Big Trout that you have been looking for. They are getting ready for the winter and Just wanting to eat as much as they can before the food starts to dwindle. The browns and brookies are getting for the spawn so they really aggressive on the feeding right now. Personally I love to fish this time year not just for the chance to catch some really great trout, but also to enjoy the changing colors and the beauty of the canyons and rivers. I would recommend using nymphs, streamers, and mouse patterns. The fish are going be turning on each other as food a bit more as it continues to cool and so anything that looks like a baitfish is going to be great. Have some fun and enjoy the fall fishing.

Some Hints from a Guide

There are a lot of things to remember while you are on the water looking for fish on a river that you're unfamiliar with. Here I have some tips to help you land some fish while you're out on your first trip to a stream or river. I'm sure that you've noticed that some people are able to get on the fish quickly no matter where they are fishing or how many times they have been there. I have to tell you that its all about reading the water like you would a book. Those currents and features will let you know where the trout are hiding in the water.
The first thing that you should do when you get to your fishing spot, even before getting your equipment out is go scout the stream. By that I mean you go and look at the water from the shore. Look at how it moves and where the rocks and trees are. Also look for any rises, they will give you a good perspective on what the fish are eating those days that you don't see the fish rising I have four sayings that will help you remember where to look for the fish. These work on all waters even the "featureless" rivers.
1. Foam is Home
When you have foam gather in a specific spot it shows that the water is moving slower there and that is where the fish will hide. Think of it this way the trout want to put as little effort as possible and get the biggest return possible on what they eat. So they are going to hide and eat wherever the water is slowest.
2.Rocks Rock
Rocky bottoms and large rocks slow down the water and provide lots of places for the trout to eat.
3.Wood is good
Drift wood that has settled into a spot also provides places for trout to hide and eat. Also the places with the most wood can shelter large brown trout during the day so remember where they are so you can go after the browns at night.
4.Made in the shade
Trees during the warmer months provide great food places for trout. The insects that fall into the water provide a plentiful food source and protect the trout from the sun. Trout don't like to be out in the sun too much because their delicate skin will burn.
These are just a few tips to help you find the trout and have a great day fishing. Good luck out there and lets go get some fish.