Spring is a magical time for trout anglers. As the snow melts and rivers swell, trout shake off their winter sluggishness and start feeding aggressively. The hatches are fresh, the water is cool, and the bite is on. But with so many patterns out there, how do you know which…
Category: Seasonal Strategies
How to Catch Trout in Spring Runoff
Spring runoff can turn your favorite trout stream into a raging, muddy mess—but that doesn’t mean the fishing has to stop. In fact, with the right approach, spring runoff can provide some of the best trout fishing of the year. The key is knowing how trout behave during high flows…