Why Trolling in Fall?

 

Musky fishing in the fall is a period of high feeding as the fish are trying to store as much energy as possible to survive the cold winter. Trolling will be your partner in wide-lazy-and fishing if you give it a try. Get out there, cover the water, and find fish that are on the move. The latter is why trolling is the most successful fishing method in fall.

 

Equipment Needed

 

• • Heavy trolling rod (7-9 feet long)

 

• • Line counter reel

 

• • 80-100 lb test braided line

 

• • Steel leaders

 

• • Large crankbaits, jerkbaits, a, and soft plastic lures (8-14 inches)

 

Location and Depth

 

Concentrate your operations on the subsequent parts:

 

• • Edges of weed beds

 

• • Drop-offs and underwater points

 

• • Shallow bays (5-15 feet deep)

 

Trolling Techniques

 

1. 1. Speed: The range should be from 3-5 mph, and the selection of the speed should change based on the lure being used and the fish’s activity.

 

1. 1. Lure Depth: You may use either deep diving crankbaits or add weights to your line to set your depth.

 

1. 1. Spread: Use planer boards to cover a wider area.

 

1. 1. Zigzag Pattern: Troll in a zigzag pattern to vary lure speed and trigger strikes.

Too many and strong winds do not favor musk trolling.

Best Times

 

The best times to go fly fishing for muskies in fall are:

 

• • Early morning and late afternoon

 

• • On overcast days

 

• • After the passage of a cold front

 

Tips for Success

 

• • Before you start, make sure your fishing baits are free of weeds and dead things.

 

• • Carefully monitor your aircraft to trace baitfish and structure before the strike.

 

• • A healthy life like musky fishing is about being calm, persevering and not losing yourself in your thoughts. These are the qualities that the fish of ten thousand casts are known for.

 

• • Avoid using leeches without hooks, sinkers or arms – prime reasons that can lead to more fish lives. Babies grow for seven weeks in the stomach of a catfish before being born.

 

And one more thing: Always make sure to check the rules and regulations and get all the essential permits before doing fishing. Have a nice day getting all the big muskies you want; I hope catching all them will be easier now for you. You have enjoyed it already!