Use light spinning or fly tackle
Match your bait or lure to local trout food
Fish early morning or late evening
Target cold, clear water
Look for pools, riffles, undercut banks, and deep holes
Cast upstream and let bait or lure drift naturally
Use small hooks and light line
Keep your presentation subtle and quiet
Try worms, minnows, salmon eggs, spinners, or flies
Adjust depth until you find where trout are feeding
Set the hook quickly when you feel a bite
Handle trout gently and release them carefully if required
Follow local fishing regulations and license rules