Lake trout are the most overlooked Boundary Waters and Quetico fish. Veteran canoe-country angler and author Craig Zarley will dispel the myths and mystery surrounding lake trout fishing. Most experts say you need heavy tackle and expensive crank baits or spoons to catch lake trout. But Craig will show you where, when, and how to catch these fierce fighting fish using light tackle and inexpensive jigs and twister tails. He’ll explain trout habits and demonstrate trout jigging, casting, and trolling techniques gleaned from 60 years of canoe-country fishing.

Craig is the popular presenter of “Catching Canoe Country Walleyes” at past Canoecopias. After 60 years of canoe country walleye fishing, he’s still learning new tricks. He’ll explain seasonal walleye patterns and show you where and how to catch walleyes in spring, summer, and fall without using electronic gadgets or expensive tackle. He’ll demonstrate new techniques and strategies for drift fishing shorelines. He’ll show anglers how to keep from getting snagged while fishing with jigs. And he’ll reveal how fishing for lake trout can lead you to some of the best walleye spots in canoe country.