If you are just getting started in float fishing, then you have come to the right place. Here you will find an article designed specifically for you.

1. Fish rivers after a rainfall when water levels are subsiding and turning "green" in colour.

2. Fish rivers that have large runs of steelhead. Ask local Ministry of Natural Resources offices, local tackle shops, and anglers.

3. Use good quality tackle for whatever method you are using such as float fishing or bottom bouncing. The best way to check what method works best is to go to your local tackle shop. They are always willing to help out a fellow angler.

4. Remember to use the lightest tackle as possible pending on river conditions. (Low and clear water).

5. The best steelhead fishing occurs between October and May because conditions are ideal.

6. Roe (salmon or trout), and worms are the most popular natural baits used for steelhead.

7. Plastic worms, flies and jigs are the most popular artificial baits.

8. Steelhead can be found anywhere on a river that’s stained in colour. Fish usually seek areas in deep pools or obstructions in clear water.

9. Fishing close to obstructions (log jams, rocky boulders, etc.) can take a lot of your tackle away but fish love to seek shelter in these areas.

10. Look for fishing areas that are not pressured by many anglers. If possible, fish during weekdays.

11. Move to different areas on a river and fish with 2-3 presentations for 15-30 minutes at most. Fish will usually strike within the first few drifts. If you hit a "run" of fish, you should stay in that spot since fishing can be hot for a long period of time.

12. Steelhead are migrating fish. When water conditions are right, fish will move up river at a steady pace, using certain areas to rest and feed. Try to locate these spots.

13. Make a fishing log so you have a record of factors such as date, river conditions, weather, baits and amount of fish. You will start to see a pattern of what baits work under what conditions.

14. Always ask for permission when fishing private property. Rules and regulations apply no matter if you're fishing private or public property.

15. Read the Fishing Regulations for the river you are fishing because rules can change. Knowing the changing rules can help you from getting into trouble.

Tony aka jwyoungster

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