Kokanee are a tasty and strong fighting fish, making them a popular target for sportsmen. There are a few important things fly fishermen need to know when selecting the best flies for kokanee salmon. 1. kokanee strike out of aggression at bright colors. 2. Pinks, greens, reds, oranges, and flashy materials are best, regardless of…
This article looks at the pros and cons of monofilament and braided fishing line, as well as the characteristics of kokanee salmon to help you determine what the best line for kokanee trolling will be for you and your situation- and there isn’t a “one size fits all” solution. About Kokanee Salmon Kokanee salmon are…
Kokanee salmon are a very sensitive sense of smell. Why does that matter? In kokanee fishing, you’re not actually trying to imitate the food source of the kokanee salmon. Kokanee salmon eat krill, plankton, and other really really small things. You can’t really put any of those things on a hook. Instead, you’re trying to…
Is it better to use water based or oil based scents for salmon and trout? This is a question that serious fishermen will probably have at least once in their life. The goal of using scents is to create a scent trail that leads to your bait. Or, if you’re jigging for salmon, the goal…
So, you want to try fishing for kokanee salmon. The first thing you’ll need is the right rod, but not just any rod will do; you’ll need a fishing rod that can handle big kokanee, and also account for how much more delicate a Kokanee’s jaw is, and a host of other features. Lets get…
A quick, up-close look at line counters and how they can add to your kokanee trolling game, and a guide for choosing the best line counter reel for you. Why Do You Need to Know How Much Line is Out When Trolling for Kokanee? Depth is the number one factor in consistently catching kokanee, downriggers…
Ice fishing, as described by Ron Fox in HAROLD & KUMAR ESCAPE FROM GUANTANAMO BAY, is _____ Exhilarating, but you’ve got to first get through the ice to start enjoying yourself. The best way by far to do this is to have a friend with a power auger of any kind. The fancier the auger…
There are two main options for line when it comes to kokanee fishing: Monofilament or braided line. Both have their advantages and disadvantages. Here’s a closer look at why you might consider braided line for kokanee salmon fishing. About Braided Line Braided fishing line is probably one of the oldest types of line. It us…
Basic Kokanee Trolling Rig The kokanee salmon is a fish that is becoming more popular in the world of angling. During the summer, kokanee salmon are a popular target fish for Kokanee fishermen. If you’re trying to catch Kokanee Salmon, you’ll need to know how to troll for them. In order to fish for kokanee…
Stacking downriggers for kokanee salmon fishing offers more opportunities to catch kokanee, and to target fish at different depths on the same downrigger. If you’re not careful, it can also lead to more line tangles and headaches. This article goes over the best tackle and the best practices for stacking downriggers. When downriggers first came…
