Arctic Char Strategy and Tips

Strategy:  During the spring, Char tend to concentrate near the mouths of rivers.  Here they feast on outgoing salmon smolt.  This is a good time to cast a spoon or spinner that resembles a smolt.  When fishing deep lakes, start off by looking for drop-offs adjacent to underwater points and structures.  Jig a large spoon or imitation shad near the base of these drop-offs.

 

Tip:  The barometer is the single, most effective means of indicating when fish will be moving and feeding.  A rising or steady barometer gives way to the best fishing.