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Photo of the week – taking flight
Photo by FlyLords for Trout Unlimited Our field work season is just about to take off just like this drone that's headed up over rivers in the Great Lakes region to monitor coldwater refugia for trout. Using a drone outfitted with thermal imaging technology allows TU to look for groundwater influences. Knowing where cold…
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TROUT Tips – wind
Casting in the wind is many anglers’ nemesis, but it doesn’t have to be that way. Practice in the wind with these video tips, and you’re sure to have a better day on the water next time it’s windy. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_So17hCF5lg&list=PLEXZljM8NmhtGMQuVaaJ9TZq3SZY74R_5&index=79
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TROUT Tip – stop it
Since this is such a common mistake, let’s talk through how to properly finish your cast. It will help ensure the right distance and better accuracy, we promise. Give it a try! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LpVk9csnpms&list=PLEXZljM8NmhtGMQuVaaJ9TZq3SZY74R_5&index=78
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TROUT Tips – fly line color
As you’re starting to think about your fishing season ahead, have you considered whether fly line colors matter or not? Well, TU’s Kirk Deeter walks us through pros and cons of different fly line colors in this week’s video tip. Watch now to learn more. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DWBigPMDAtM&list=PLEXZljM8NmhtGMQuVaaJ9TZq3SZY74R_5&index=73&t=2s
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TROUT Tips – throw bag
Build muscle memory to improve casting accuracy with this simple tip from TU’s Kirk Deeter. Don’t worry, if you don’t have a throw bag, try a rolled-up newspaper, or a bag stuffed with a few clothes. Give it a try and let us know if it helps your accuracy. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fhX0PqCG4MQ&list=PLEXZljM8NmhtGMQuVaaJ9TZq3SZY74R_5&index=80
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TROUT Tip – dropping your rod tip
Find out what this bad habit creates and why to avoid it. Kirk Deeter explains why we don’t want to drop our rod tip and instead stop it with aggression. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q4aVTrx6T3s&list=PLEXZljM8NmhtGMQuVaaJ9TZq3SZY74R_5&index=73
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TROUT Tips – the haul
Kirk Deeter teaches us about the “haul” part of our cast. What is it? Why do we need it? How do we apply it? Watch this short video and then go out to practice before trout season hits. Your casting is sure to thank you. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yo-_h9_UiRo&list=PLEXZljM8NmhtGMQuVaaJ9TZq3SZY74R_5&index=72&t=1s
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