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How to Catch Lake Trout (Mackinaw) by Trolling
Learn how to catch mackinaw lake trout by trolling a pond smelt Trix Minnow near the bottom.
Learn moreHow to Land & Fight a Big Trout (Net & Drag)
How to land a big trout: drag settings, rod-tip control, and netting a trophy without losing it at the surface.
Learn moreHow to Fish a Flasher for Trout & Salmon
How to use a flasher for trout and salmon: rig a low-drag Turbo Flasher, set leader length, and pair it with worms, spinners, or a fast-trolled spoon.
Learn moreHow to Catch Striped Bass in California
Learn how to catch striped bass in California with minnows, swimbaits, trolled plugs, and cut bait.
Learn moreLeadcore Line Trolling: Setup & Depth Guide
Leadcore line trolling setup and depth guide: color-to-depth math, the hybrid rig, spread, leader length, and twist control.
Learn moreHow to Fillet & Clean a Trout
How to fillet a trout and clean a whole fish with the candy cane cut, remove the bloodline, and get maximum meat with no waste.
Learn moreHow to Fish a Dodger for Trolling (Tuning & Colors)
How to use a dodger for trout: leader length by bait type, stopping line twist, the best dodger colors, and matching blade size to the water.
Learn moreLandlocked King Salmon Trolling Setup for Western Reservoirs
Learn how to catch landlocked king salmon by working shallow structure with spoons, dodgers, and rigged bait.
Learn moreScotty vs Cannon: Best Downrigger for Trolling
Scotty vs Cannon downrigger comparison from Catch America guides Jeff Goodwin and Brett Brady on reliability, braid, and features.
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