Thomas Walsh

Trout do not typically sift through bottom sediment while feeding. However, they do predominantly feed near or just off the bottom. Trout prefer to feed in 2-3 feet of water where they intercept food as it drifts by. When trout fishing, it is quite easy to develop the opinion that trout spend a lot of … Read more

Have you ever been to the river and seen trout jumping, and wonder what they might be up to? Well in this article, I hope to share the main reasons why trout jump high into the air. I will also share tips, on how to catch trout that are jumping. Why are jumping trout difficult … Read more

Stock trout are easy to catch on stocking day, often willing to feed, and will take a bait within minutes of leaving the truck. The best location to target stock trout on release day is at the release site. For many anglers, stock trout are the bread and butter of trout fishing. Not only are … Read more

Recently I have had a couple of questions asking about Solunar Calendars, are they a useful tool for predicting the best time to go trout fishing? In this article, I will share my thoughts and explain why I do not consider Solunar Calendars to be useful. Solunar Calendars are not a useful tool for predicting … Read more

It is generally advised not to drink water from trout streams or lakes without first treating it. That is because pathogens such as Giardia or Cryptosporidium can survive in even clean, cold mountain streams. Side effects is usually severe diarrhea. While most people who drink stream water do not get sick it always means a … Read more

Trout fishing is generally quite safe, but like all outdoor activities, it contains its share of dangers. Most dangers when trout fishing is associated with hyperthermia, drowning, and twisting ankles or knees. I have had my fair shares of injuries while out trout fishing. My most common injuries are rolled ankles, insect stings, and removing … Read more

Spring is a season of change, it is generally represented by thawing ice and spawning fish. In the very early springs, rivers and streams often flow low and clear, and much of the water is still frozen. As the ice and snowmelt, water levels rise and shallow, gin clear streams become torrents. If I were … Read more