When using corn as bait, is it just one on a hook? or many kernels?? please help!!

Question

I am taking my 5 year old fishing...and using corn...do I put one on the hook or a few? Thanks. Im fishing in a brook, do i cast in the rapids or a pool?

Answer 1

I use corn both ways... Sometimes a single kernel, sometimes I cover the shank and all, sometimes just enough to cover the bend.

When I'm using corn, it seems like the fish catch on, so I bring along other baits like bread and hotdogs to switch it up on them.

I'd look for any underwater structure, drop offs, overhanging tree's, and points.

Answer 2

Worms would be a better bait if you are fishing for trout, or Berkley power bait....   www.troutlet.com    

Something to keep in mind when you are fishing using corn - it kills trout,  they can't pass it thru their digestive system so if they eat a few kernels it usually clogs up their digestive system and they die a painful death.   Don't believe me?  When / if you opt to use corn and you catch any fish - look at the hole where you stick the knife to gut them - if it is all red and swollen - when you gut the fish there is mostly likely loaded with corn.

Berkley Power Bait has a good yellow corn scent - that doesn't kill them.  Some states outlaw the use of corn for this very reason...

Answer 3

When I use corn to fish for carp I cover the whole hook except for the barb and a little bit under the barb.I never use it for anything else and I never fish in streams/brooks.My guess is fish the pool area for a little while first.There might be some fish relaxing or waiting for something to float by them.If not try the rapids.

Answer 4

I just use one.  The trouble with my grandson is he would rather eat corn than fish.  Usually the fish hang out in shady pools.  Good luck and have fun.

Answer 5

If you are fishing for carp, cover the barb, if they feel the barb, they will drop the bait.