How to Find Pollock
Pollock, one of the ocean's most abundant fish species, are deep-water fish that belong to the cod family. Since pollock are the most abundant species, and therefore the largest number caught, they are the most widely used species for food production, such as fish sticks and fish sandwiches. Most pollock are found off the coast of Alaska or around Canada and Norway. Understanding their habitat and feeding patterns proves beneficial when seeking to catch a batch of pollock.
Things You'll Need
- Boat
- Bottom trawl
- Medium to heavy strength cod rod fishing pole
- Conventional spool reel that has line capable of handling 40-50 pounds
- Norwegian drop jig
- Dropper/teaser
- Gloves
Instructions
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Locate a body of water that is no more than 600 feet deep and contains a rocky crevasse.
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Navigate within the body of water to a location that is no more than 600 feet deep, when temperatures are 32 degrees and above, and closer to shore as the temperatures rise.
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Attach the bottom trawl, following the manufacturer instructions, to the boat when located in deeper water and drag along the floor of the body of water.
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Raise the trawl frequently to determine whether you have caught any fish.
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Fish with the pole and jig when temperatures have risen above 65 degrees and fish have moved into shallower waters.
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Attach the dropper/teaser approximately 3 feet above where the jig will be placed on the fishing pole with the reel capable of handling 40 to 50 pounds.
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Secure the Norwegian drop jig to the bottom of the spool.
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Put on gloves to assist with gripping the fishing pole.
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Attach a small portion of fish strips or bait to the jig and lower it to the bottom of the body of water. Once it has reached the bottom, jerk it up and let it fall three to six times. Pollock attack aggressively and will pursue items floating in the water.
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Reel in the fish once it has bitten the lure and place it on the floor of the boat. Remove from lure and place in water or on ice.
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Tips & Warnings
Keep in mind that pollock move toward shore in the spring and offshore as the temperature drops.
Pollock colors range from olive green to brownish green.
Pollock are mostly sight feeders, using the daylight.
Pollock are strong and aggressive fish that will fight being reeled in.
They will move farther out in the water as the temperatures begin to drop.
Pollock live in waters as deep as 600 feet, but may live in shallow surf, as well.
