Super Dupers and Bubble Fly Rigs at Bethany Lakes [12-22-2014]

Originally published 12-22-2014.

Bethany Lakes Fishing Report

We received another report from Bethany Lakes from Glenn who noted the bite was mixed. Some fishermen were doing well catching their limit, while others were striking out.

What worked this round:

• Silver Super Dupers worked well today
• Gold Super Dupers were also getting struck
• Sight casting to boils as well as a steady retrieve of the Super Duper helped get strikes
• As the bite slowed, switching to fishing flies helped
• A Bubble Fly Rig also helped in getting the distance needed to reach active fish feeding on the surface

Below is a short video showing one fisherman bringing in a Trout using a Bubble Fly Rig!

Bubble Fly Rigs

For more on how to rig a Bubble Fly Rig, do checkout our article posted at SkyAboveUs - "How to setup Bubble Fly Rigs"

Texas Rainbow Trout Fishing | Which Technique Works Best?

Had some fun this past weekend fishing for Texas Rainbow Trout at Pottsboro Lake in Pottsboro, TX. Brought the @GoFish Cam to get some underwater video; able to capture some of the action. But, was sidetracked on a quest… Which technique works best for trout?

We tried the “Cranky, No Yanky” technique that calls for keeping a tight line and reeling faster when the trout strikes. This one worked the best; no need to use the rod to set the hook, just reel faster.

And, we tried the “Rip Thy Lips” technique… this was not the preferred method for limiting out. This technique calls for setting the hook immediately and with a strong pull of the rod at any indication of a strike.

Was a fun time; windy conditions… but we limited out. Do check out the video; added underwater footage of the trout moving about at the end of the video.

More TBT time... Don't forget Trout Stockings at Turner Falls!

Another fun trip to beat the heat; this one is a TBT to Turner Falls Park in Davis, OK. The OPST Commando Head made for ease of casting by the Waterfall using an “air anchor” to avoid the metal railing along the walkway. See full video at: https://youtu.be/n-vkX-REKkc

TPWD Rainbow Trout Stocking Schedule for 2012-2013 Posted!

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department posted the Rainbow Trout Stocking Schedule for 2012-2013!  Looks like Bethany gets a stocking on 4 December!  Mark your calendars and stock up on Super Dupers, Rooster Tails, Wooley Buggers, Nymphs, and Power Bait!

For more information on this Season's Trout Stocking, check it out here:  TPWD Rainbow Trout Stocking Schedule!

Good Luck and Good Fishing!
COAF Field Team


For Collin County: Here is an excerpt from TPWD's Rainbow Trout Stocking Schedule showing stocking locations for the county.

TPWD Rainbow Trout Stocking Schedule for 2011-2012 Posted!

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department posted the Rainbow Trout Stocking Schedule for 2011-2012!  Looks like Bethany gets a stocking on 8 December!  Mark your calendars and stock up on Super Dupers, Rooster Tails, Wooley Buggers, Nymphs, and Power Bait!

For more information on this Season's Trout Stocking, check it out here:  TPWD Rainbow Trout Stocking Schedule!

Good Luck and Good Fishing!
COAF Field Team


For Collin County: Here is an excerpt from TPWD's Rainbow Trout Stocking Schedule showing stocking locations for the county