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[pct-l] Re: Fishing in the Southern Sierras



I or a hiking buddy have fished all through the Sierras for the last four
years. The South is an incredible place to fish, especially the Rae Lakes.
You'll pull out a trout for every cast. But try some of the lakes away from
the JMT. It's nice to have a fresh chunk of protein now and then -
especially when you do not have to carry it. But here is a bit of advice I
learned the hard way. First, mostly there are various types of trout in the
Sierras and they are around 9 inches long. They do not chase after a lure,
as the trout in other streams do. They are most comfortable with bait that
they eat  normally - flies. So tie a fly on about four feet from the end of
your line. Carry a light collapsible rod. Also tie on a clear bobber about
two feet from the end. Half fill the bobber with water so you can cast it
all and it still floats. For certain you will be feasting on trout every
time. Be an early bird. The fish bite ten times as much early in the a.m.
before the water on the water gets choppy, when they can see the flies land.
One final tip, the Southern Sierra trout are best caught on a small black
fly that is about 1/4 of an inch across total.
To cook them, carry pre-cut squares of foil, folded into small squares.
Remove innards, add moocho salt and wrap them up in the foil. Cook directly
on a bed of hot coals that you prepared ahead of time. Good luck and bon
apetit! Any questions, just ask.