Spring fishing
From March to May, Saaremaa is an excellent time for sea trout fishing. As the days grow longer, both the fish and the anglers become more active.
Many anglers start the spring season too slowly and end up missing the best fishing month – March. March and the first half of April are often much more productive than late April and May.
As in winter, fish tend to gather in schools during spring (especially smaller fish). At the beginning of the season, they stay close to their wintering areas, and a bit later they also move to deeper, more open coastal waters.
The typical approach for anglers is to stay mobile – move around and try multiple spots, actively searching for fish, as they are not yet very mobile in early spring (especially after icy winters). It is completely normal to try several fishing locations during a single day. There is a chance to catch fish throughout the day, as warmer spring weather also increases fish activity.
Spring lures for spinning
In spring, bait-type lures tend to work better than reaction lures, as fish begin their feeding period.
5 reliable spring tips
- Stay mobile. If you haven’t seen or felt any fish within two hours, move on.
- In March and April, fishing takes place throughout the day. The best times are often in the evening, when onshore winds warm up the coastal water. This is when fish are most active.
- Pay attention to the weather. A shift from cold to warmer conditions, combined with an onshore wind, can significantly improve fishing.
- A cold snap in early spring and offshore winds can reduce success, as fish may move beyond casting distance.
- Don’t bring more gear than fits in a small backpack. There is a lot of movement in spring, as daylight hours are long and fishing days can be extended.