Using Electronics to Catch Kokanee [Fishfinder Kokanee Basics]

A much requested video covering the basics of using your sonar, fishfinder, and gps electronics to locate and catch Kokanee salmon. Here I cover the basic settings and overlays I use as well discuss frequencies, Chirp, and interpretation as well.

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[crxdx]

Great video, in regards to frequency and sonar. The higher the frequency the narrower the cone and the lower the frequency the wider the cone. When I fish shallow I utilize a wider cone to cover more area.

[returnofsid]

I love going back through you videos a second, sometimes third or more times. I learn so much more! I also get to see if I failed to Like the video before. It gives me a chance to atone for my sins!

[SteelKill]

I usually dont follow the boats at detroit in my kayak. I start fishing immediately after launch, head straight towards the island and make that left. Tons of kokanee on that left side of the island. there is a fallen tree on the island. I dont ever go past the fallen tree turn and make circles. been limiting by 9am every time.

[brittlanders]

Very good explanation of cone depth. I’ve been using electronics since I was a kid in TX chasing sandbass and striper. Most people do not understand how to use their electronics properly.

[cliffbz]

I just got a small boat, and watched a ton of your videos on trolling techniques. I was able to catch a few Kokanees without downriggers in Green Peter. Thanks for all the material.

[johnr]

Tyler, after a 20 year hiatus, tonight I'm dining on fresh caught Kokanee from south central BC. With instruction from your videos, I've gone from "maybe I'll get lucky" to consistently putting fish in the kayak.

I'm trying to incorporate an experimental approach to fishing for these beautiful (and tasty!) salmon. So far, I'm bringing home fish consistently and can determine rapidly where they are (and avoid wasting time) and also, where they are not!

So, thank you, thank you, thank you for sharing your secrets.
BTW, I found some drop shot Gama hooks that are .021" shank diameter and they rarely miss their target.

BTW, might I suggest a Paetron account? I'll buy you a few hoochies if you do! :-)

[BC-ueku]

If anyone is looking for a cheaper yet highly effective fish finder I recommend the Garmin Striker 4. It’s great beginner fish finder. Good info Tyler. I really enjoyed the musical montage toward the end too.

[JamesJohnson-zumg]

This is a great video. My son and I are in the process of learning how to catch Kokanee. Your instructions here will be a tremendous help. We were out last week for the first time and based on what you've shown on the Hummingbird, we were into the fish. I thought it was schools of bait fish though. We will definitely be heading back out soon! Than you for the great instructions.

[jager]

I always turn on the fish icon and alarm. Keeps me excited!;)

[jbkokanee]

I was about to launch my kayak yesterday from Detroit Reservoir when I heard someone behind me ask "are you a spilt milt follower". I guess my emperor dry suit gives me away lol. Great to see so many of us out on the water together! Caught a limit by the way! I thought the limit at Detroit was 5 per day though....

[brucetrout]

And your back to limiting out! Great job, I just added two downriggers to my tiny boat and cant wait to start using them. Keep the videos coming please!

[georgev]

Another great video Tyler! Been following you for awhile and really enjoy your videos as they are done very well and always informative! You definitely have a niche going in the fishing videos and especially the kokanee market! As far as todays video goes, to simplify it, You just applied formula 1 & 2 with a thorough explanation of electronics. Well done! Keep em coming as they are much appreciated! Thanks

[KainOutdoors]

Great info as always. Someone asked if I was you the other day at the launch. LOL You are NW famous.

[kcreameans]

Great video Tyler keep up the good work

[billkattable]

Great information as always. This is super helpful! Thank you sir!

[michaeldeanyork]

Hello. Would love to see a full in depth video on how you set/adjust your hummingbird fish finder. Thank you.

[Tip_Of_The_Rod_Productions]

50F this last weekend I was getting the kokanee on no weight at all, 200ft back

[Bykerboy]

Tyler, any way you could do a video on colors and what times of the day typically work better? Maybe cover styles of bait like shrimp vs hoochies? Thanks for the videos extremely informative keep em coming!

[travisyates]

what type of battery do you use or recommend? a couple options would be nice. And I have a peddle kayak and do not use a electric motor, would you recommend a different kind of battery for those kayaks or what you use on your old town. Thank you for the videos and knowledge.

[smthcrmnal]

I think I need to get a fish finder. I feel lost out there even when following the other boats.