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Mandatory Trout Gear 

1. Lightweight Rod- Your fishing rod and reel go a long ways and will prove to be your best tool in catching trout. Depending on the waters you fish, a quality trout rod should be light with sensitive action. Since trout are "hit and run" fish, they usually won't swallow the bait and hook easily, so a sensitive action rod will supply a better feel for the trout strikes.

2. Lightweight Reel- ALong with your lightweight rod, you will need a reel to match. Your reel should have smooth spinning action, be rated for light pound test line, and have no sharp edges that can damage the fishing line.

3. Small Trout Hooks- When trout fishing with bait, it is recommended to use a small size hook. Since trout are light strikers, they are known for stealing bait. A small size trout hook will increase your chances of setting the hook properly. I use either a 12 or 14 size hook.

4. Good Trout Bait- Different people swear by different baits, but I remain consistent. I use meal worms (wax worms), red worms, powerbait, salmon eggs, and sometimes even garden worms. I have heard of many unusual trout baits including marshmallow and cheese. Carrying a good variety of bait can lead to great results.

5. Small Trout Net- All too often, trout are lost during landing. The angler doesn't have a net, and the trout gets caught in the rapids or weeds. Sometimes trout even squiggle around and release themselves. This is where a good trout net comes in to play. I suggest a small net that has a belt strap and an elastic holder. With this trout net setup, you don't even need to carry your net.

6. Spinners and Jigs- Sometimes live trout bait doesn't perform when jigs and spinners might. On an active day, trout like to chase small baitfish and using a trout spinner may be the ticket. 

7. Valid Fishing License- Carrying and displaying a valid fishing license is required, and most area's require a trout sticker if the angler is going to harvest the trout. 

8. Trout Stringer or Cooler- When you catch these trout, where do you plan to put them? Any trout fisherman who plans to bring their catch home should have a stringer or cooler to store their catch.

9. Bug Spray And Sun Tan Lotion- Trout fishing isn't much fun when you are sunburned and bitten to death. Since many trout spots are wooded, it is good practice to be prepared with bug spray and sun tan lotion.

10. Pliers and Nail Clipper- When the hook sinks deep in a trout, you may have no choice to cut the line or dig into the trout to retrieve the hook. If you are releasing the trout, cutting the line is best as the internal damage will be minimal. A hook will naturally dissolve inside a fish. Carrying a good nail clippers and needle nose pliers will provide necessary tools for either situation.

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