How Do I Catch Trout Using Power Bait?

Powerbait can be very effective for catching trout.

Powerbait is an extruded artificial fishing bait, normally found in the form of a paste or small balls, and in many different colors. It is an excellent bait for catching a variety of fish from bluegill and crappie to trout. Trout are finicky fish. They have great eyesight and will not bite if they see the line, so a 4-pound test line is the maximum size recommended if trout are what you are after. The color of the Powerbait might make a difference too, so have several colors on hand. If the fish are not biting one color try switching to another until you find the one they prefer.

Things You'll Need

• Number 8 hook
• Lightweight rod and reel with 4-pound test line
• Small sinker
• Powerbait

Instructions

1. Locate a lake stocked with trout. Make sure you have the proper license and permits to fish in the lake.

2. Tie a number 8 hook onto the end of the test line.

3. Tie a small sinker approximately 12 inches above the hook.

4. Bait the hook with a generous portion of Powerbait.

5. Cast the bait, letting it drop to the bottom of the lake. Hold the rod and feel for bites or prop the rod in a bank holder and watch the tip. After 20 to 30 minutes without a bite, reel in, check or replace the bait and recast.

Tips & Warnings

• Check weather and moon stages to ensure you are fishing at most opportune times.

• Always wear a life preserver when on the water.

References

• troutnation.com; Berkley powerbait
• landbigfish.com; How to Use Powerbait To Catch Trout