As mentioned throughout this hot summer and extreme drought, focusing on other fish is often the best bet for the health of our beloved trout.
It’s also a good bet to get new anglers hooked (pun intended), as bluegill and crappie make more willing participants.
In addition, when teaching a new angler, don’t get hung up on just using fly fishing gear. That can be complicated, and kids especially get bored just flogging the water repeatedly. So, grab the Snoopy spinning rod and tie on a popper. Break out grandpa’s old conventional gear and find a bluegill or bass pond, and don’t forget to have fun!