Blog on What to look for when Sturgeon Fishing

As explained in the video we have many different taps and it takes a well trained eye to not go and jump at everything you see. The most common question I get for first time Sturgeon goers. "Is that one?"...."What about there" after a few hours of this I tell them to go sit and the front and I will let them know...haha..Not really.

There are various rod movements that get folks all excited on the boat. Most first timers are used to fishing smaller fish. Of course any little bit they would have, setting the hook and fighting the fish is a given. However, putting that in perspective. These fish are the biggest fish most people will ever fight and the bites go along with that. Sturgeon bites are all too easy to spot once you have been staring and rods for countless hours of your life. Most clients by then end of the day can already start to grasp what is significant and what's not.

One recommendation I have for rookie Sturgeon fishermen and women, is if you are unsure. LEAVE IT. Taking the rod in and out of the holder can cause the bait to shift, thus spooking the fish. There is a better chance your going to catch a Sturgeon if you leave the bait, and let them take it full without trying to just set the hook pre maturely. If you leave the bait there will be no mistaking that it is a fish or not within a few seconds.

So be patience and try not to get too excited. Your best bet is to book a trip with us and we can show you the ropes, so one day you can do it all by yourself.