Step 1 of 6 · Reading Water: Where Fish Hold in a Stream
Riffles, runs, and pools
Riffles, runs, and pools — step 1 of 6 in Reading Water: Where Fish Hold in a Stream. Riffles: shallow, bumpy surface — insects hatch, fish feed. Runs: steady flow between riffle and pool.
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Riffles: shallow, bumpy surface — insects hatch, fish feed. Runs: steady flow between riffle and pool. Pools: deeper, darker, slower — fish rest and eat drifting food.
Stand back first. Scan whole stretch. Pick three spots before you rig up.
You'll need
- Three spots marked
- License checked
- Approach plan downstream
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