I was scrolling through the old social media and I saw one of the most unique kokanee setups I’ve ever seen: deer antler kokanee lures. I’m a hunter as well as a fisher, so I was intrigued. I obviously had to talk to the guy, so I reached out to Mr. Emmett Miller to learn…
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Fishing for kokanee takes a certain level of precision, both to find the fish, and to stay on the fish. No matter what type of device you have, this article should help you determine what kokanee salmon look like on a fish finder. Kokanee tend to be in a band that can range from 5…
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…
