Trolling Techniques in Rough Weather

Trolling Techniques in Rough Weather

Assessment

Interactive Video

Fun, Life Skills, Other

5th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Ethan Morris

FREE Resource

Britton introduces himself and discusses trolling in the windy conditions of the Outer Banks. He explains the use of a concave head to keep bait stable in rough weather, improving the chances of catching fish. Britton provides a detailed rigging technique to enhance fishing success and concludes with a thank you to viewers.

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6 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the main challenges faced when trolling in the Outer Banks?

Lack of fish

High temperatures

Calm waters

Windy conditions

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of using a concave head when trolling?

To make the bait float

To change the bait's color

To keep the bait submerged

To attract more fish

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does a concave head help in windy conditions?

It makes the bait skip on the water

It stabilizes the bait in the water

It changes the bait's direction

It increases the bait's speed

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the first step in rigging the bait with a concave head?

Slide the head over the rig

Cut the bait by the crimp

Attach the hook

Tie a knot

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the expected outcome of using a concave head for trolling?

Better fish alignment

Faster trolling speed

Lower hookup rates

Increased bait skipping

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the final step in the rigging process described?

Letting the bait settle

Three-tripping the hook

Sliding the head over the rig

Cutting the bait