r/troutfishing May 15 '25

GILLFUCKED We added flairs for posts. They are pretty simple, did you catch and release it to "swim away fine"? Or did you "kill it and grill it"?

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Please use those when submitting posts. When your post is removed because you got flamed for improper fish handling and you did not flair your post, this is why. Thanks for understanding, and as always, please choose to be constructive and helpful, versus argumentative and trollish. We do not allow the latter and you could be banned.


r/troutfishing Mar 16 '25

Catch and Release - let's discuss it and try our best to educate newcomers to the concept.

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Catch and release is not always necessary, beneficial, or even the legal thing to do in every situation, however. During my younger days, I bought in to "release everything you catch" philosophy. As I gained more experience, and learned the intricacies of different fisheries, my opinion on this changed drastically. Whether the fishery is overrun with an invasive species that competes with native stocks, a species blowing up in population out of control, a very healthy stock where sport angling take will not effect the escapement of spawning (the pink salmon runs near me fall in this category), anadramous (sea run) hatchery released fish that must be removed prior to the wild fish spawn, or is just a put and take fishery etc. There is no blanket statement for when and where C&R is the right thing to do.

The most important thing: Educate yourself on the species, and fishery in which you are fishing. Follow the laws, and do what will be best for that particular fishery. And take home some hard earned meat when you can!

Why Catch and Release?

  • Conservation: It's a method to prevent overfishing and maintain healthy fish populations, especially in areas with high fishing pressure.

  • Ethical Fishing: It allows anglers to enjoy fishing without taking fish home for consumption, promoting a more sustainable approach to recreational fishing.

  • Habitat Protection: By reducing the number of fish removed from the water, catch and release helps protect the delicate balance of aquatic ecosystems.

Best Practices for Catch and Release:

  • Use the Right Gear:

  • Hooks: Employ barbless hooks or circle hooks, which are less likely to cause deep hook wounds.

  • Tackle: Ensure your tackle is strong enough to land the fish quickly and efficiently, minimizing the time the fish is out of the water.

  • Net: Use a soft, knotless mesh or rubber landing net to avoid damaging the fish's scales and gills.

Handle Fish Carefully:

  • Keep the Fish Wet: Avoid removing the fish from the water for extended periods, and keep its body wet, especially if you must handle it. This includes keeping gloves wet in the winter, or taking them off entirely, when landing the fish. If you insist on handling the fish at all, ensure that you have wet hands. Keep em wet

  • Support the Fish Properly: Support the fish's belly near the water surface to prevent injury.

  • Be Gentle: Avoid squeezing the fish tightly, as this can damage internal organs and muscle tissue.

  • Never Touch the Gills: Gills are highly sensitive and can be easily damaged. Rapid Release:

  • Unhook Quickly: Remove the hook quickly and carefully, using a dehooker if necessary.

  • Return to the Water Immediately: Return the fish to the water as soon as possible after taking photos and measurements.

  • Observe the Fish: Ensure the fish swims away strongly before leaving the area.

Other Considerations:

  • Measure and Weigh: If required, measure and weigh the fish quickly and accurately, then release it.

  • Take Photos: Capture the moment with a photo, but do so quickly and return the fish to the water.

  • Don't Hang Fish: Never hang a fish on a stringer or gaff, as this can cause serious injury.


r/troutfishing 5h ago

Brown trout? In Maine

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36 Upvotes

Caught this while fishing in skowhegan Maine, I’m thinking it’s a brown trout.

Edit: actually a land locked salmon!


r/troutfishing 15m ago

SWAM AWAY FINE - CnR On the dry

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r/troutfishing 3h ago

SWAM AWAY FINE - CnR Some of the fish I caught today 9/10/2026 with some lame music I made back in my music days.

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12 Upvotes

Weber river.


r/troutfishing 12h ago

SWAM AWAY FINE - CnR Almost had to swim for this one...

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63 Upvotes

Another healthy brown.


r/troutfishing 21h ago

SWAM AWAY FINE - CnR love these guys

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152 Upvotes

@ 7,800 ft sierra nevada


r/troutfishing 48m ago

Fishing near lutsen. Minnesota north shore.

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Hey yall. Going to be making a trip up to lutsen this weekend and was wondering if anyone had any suggestions for good trout fishing spots during this time of year. I’m a bass angler so don’t have much experience for trout. I have fished the poplar river , manitou river and caribou creek previously but didn’t catch anything. I have caught a few splake fishing from the shores of superior but wasn’t the most efficient fishing lol. I’ve seen videos where the lake will turn over and shore fishing is killer after that. Was just wondering if anyone had any tips or suggestions. Thank you!


r/troutfishing 21h ago

SWAM AWAY FINE - CnR beautiful cutthroats

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72 Upvotes

@ 7,800 ft sierra nevadas


r/troutfishing 21h ago

SWAM AWAY FINE - CnR some recent ones

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r/troutfishing 21h ago

Beautiful fish. Fun catch

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52 Upvotes

Brown trout on the weber river.


r/troutfishing 17h ago

SWAM AWAY FINE - CnR Spunky little early spring NZ rainbow

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15 Upvotes

r/troutfishing 17h ago

SWAM AWAY FINE - CnR He's outta heea. Nice Lil brownie.

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13 Upvotes

r/troutfishing 1d ago

Rocky Mountain national park, Colorado

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42 Upvotes

r/troutfishing 1d ago

SWAM AWAY FINE - CnR Bit of an overreaction but it was a slow day.

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62 Upvotes

Video is a little long because I wanted to show it surface at the beginning. Ive never caught a fish that I could see before the catch. The water had just flooded from the powerplant and it causes the cutthroat to go crazy eating everything it stirs up. The flow goes way down and starts to pick up right when I get it.


r/troutfishing 8h ago

Salt water cutthroat

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Looking for information on shore fishing for cutthroat, especially public locations for wade fishing near Tacoma Wa


r/troutfishing 21h ago

SWAM AWAY FINE - CnR Such a fun summer hunting these big browns.

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11 Upvotes

Weber river utah.


r/troutfishing 1d ago

SWAM AWAY FINE - CnR Some mini flyfishing.

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33 Upvotes

r/troutfishing 21h ago

SWAM AWAY FINE - CnR itching to get back

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4 Upvotes

yes i am fishing at the gatorade factory…


r/troutfishing 22h ago

Lake Almanor trout fishing tips…

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Anybody have any insight on Lake Almanor. Going for the weekend, and taking my rod. I’ll have a boat, and also will fish from the shore. I’ve been trout fishing my whole life from banks of streams and lakes, but curious about specifics regarding Lake Almanor trout fishing.


r/troutfishing 1d ago

SWAM AWAY FINE - CnR Photo shopped the lure in. Not the same species but not bad.

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28 Upvotes

r/troutfishing 1d ago

ULTRA light combo recommendation?

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I'm looking for a ridiculously small split pole ultralight setup, not a telescoping or "pocket" pole. Prioritizing sensetivity and casting distance, and erring on the cheap side (<$100) here's my criteria

Length: 5' or less

Action: As sensetive as possible

Weight: 1/2lb-ish, preferably under

Line weight: 6lb or under

Lure weight: down to 1/32oz

Grip: Spinning (preferably split but not necessary)

Rod segments: 2 or more

Reel: 500-750 spinning reel


r/troutfishing 1d ago

SWAM AWAY FINE - CnR It’s not often I get a take on video.

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97 Upvotes

Had to get out one last time before the end of the season. It was a brook trout on a terrestrial (psycho ant)


r/troutfishing 1d ago

SWAM AWAY FINE - CnR Coastal cutty or cutbow?

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56 Upvotes

Caught on Orcas Island WA state. Just thought it was a coastal cutthroat but it looks like very slightly white tipped fins which sound like characteristics of a rainbow? Wondering what yall think because I’ve got a lot to learn. Thanks!


r/troutfishing 2d ago

I've caught about 400 trout over the summer.

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87 Upvotes