Fishing on the Northern Dvina is a great way to have a good time at any time of the year. However, if you want to not only relax your soul and body, but also return home with a big catch, then you need to take into account some features of this event. For example, it is worth choosing the right tackle and bait, as well as knowing places with a good bite. We are happy to talk about all these subtleties in our article.
Reasons for the popularity of the reservoir
Fishing on the Northern Dvina in the Arkhangelsk region is very popular for a reason. This attitude to the river has developed due to some advantages over other water bodies. If you ask a visiting fisherman why he chose this fishing spot, the answers will be approximately as follows:
- there is a huge selection of picturesque places for fishing;
- getting here by private car is quite simple;
- it is allowed to fish in the region at any time of the year;
- nibble will be good even when using normal gear;
- river waters are rich in fish resources almost anywhere.
The undoubted pluses include excellent infrastructure and the amazing nature of the Arkhangelsk region. Here you can not only enjoy fishing, but also have fun with your family or friends. And thanks to the good climate and the diversity of water inhabitants, the Northern Dvina attracts professional fishermen and amateurs from all over Russia.
Winter fishing features
The Severnaya Dvina River is one of the largest bodies of water in the European part of Russia. Fishing here, according to reviews, can vary significantly in different places and at different times of the year. Most lovers of a relaxed atmosphere come here in the summer. But supporters of outdoor activities try to get to the Arkhangelsk region in the winter.
Hunting and fishing in the Northern Dvina in January are distinguished by unique excitement and great interest. Best of all, predatory fish is caught at this time of the year. Its diversity is very large in the tributaries and estuaries. The most optimal option for such fishing is the use of spinners and bottom fishing rods. If you want to get a big catch in January, then reviews recommend choosing a place with warm water, since most predators prefer to be in just such conditions.
Thaw fishing
February and March are the best months for burbot fishing. Fishing in this period will be fascinating in its own way, but the problem of making an ice hole can push novice fishermen from such an activity. If you do not want to bother with the drill, it is recommended to wait for the thaw. As soon as the ice melts a little, the underwater predators will go in search of food, which will allow you to get the maximum catch. At this time of year it is worth stepping on ice with great care, since its strength is often misleading.
If the water does not completely melt until April, then moving on thin ice is strictly prohibited. Unfortunately, there are many examples of the death of inexperienced fishermen as a result of reckless fishing in the spring. However, if you do not neglect the safety rules, then April fishing will bring you the greatest catch. After hibernation, the fish is quite hungry, therefore, it will gladly swallow almost any bait. It’s best to use a regular fishing rod or spinning rod for such fishing.
Spring fishing
Fishing on the Severnaya Dvina river in the spring season is a rather promising activity. It is during this period that the active fishing of a wide variety of fish species begins. However, such an event requires observance of certain subtleties, which we will discuss in the following sections.
Catching Navagi
If you want to catch Navaga, fishing in the Northern Dvina is recommended in early May. For this purpose, it is best to use a boat, since even a professional fisherman is unlikely to catch fish from the shore. Raw meat or fish slices are great as bait. Having abandoned the fishing rod, constantly play with fishing line, since this kind of fish is the best bite on a moving bait. If you set the optimal pace, you will achieve the best result. Remember that large individuals of the navaga bite quite strongly and sharply, so in no case do not lose your fishing rod. You need to hook the fish as quickly as possible, otherwise it will go to the depths.
Bream hunting
Catching a bream in April on the Northern Dvina can give a pretty good result, but if you want to catch a truly trophy variety, you will have to make a lot of effort. It is necessary to constantly move along the river, as the bream rarely remains in one place for a long time. The best places for casting a fishing rod will be tributaries and estuaries. As gear used float or feeder rod. The best bait is a regular dung worm. The period of active biting does not last long enough - about two weeks, so you need to have time to catch the bream as quickly as possible.
Carp fishing
The Northern Dvina attracts fishermen from all over Russia with rather large varieties of crucian carp. It is best to catch this species of fish in the last week of May. At this time of the year, you can catch individuals whose weight is from 1.5 to 2 kilograms. Flocks of crucian carp are constantly moving between the tributaries of the river, so they should be sought along the river. Once you find a cool place, be sure to use some top dressing to hold the fish in one place. As a bait, maggots, worms or corn are suitable. Crucian carp is caught on an ordinary float rod with a fishing line thickness of at least 0.4 millimeters.
Summer period
Its features and nuances also differ in fishing in the Northern Dvina in the summer. Where to catch large individuals? Which bait is better to use? How to choose the right gear? We will talk about all this in the following sections.
Pike hunting
The favorite prey of any angler is this toothy predator. The best places for pike fishing in the Northern Dvina are the tributaries of the river. The largest species are found in the channel parts of the tributaries. Some individuals reach one and a half sizes in length, however, to catch such a trophy is a rarity. The best bait for summer pike fishing is an earthen or dung worm. You can also use small pike, whose mass does not exceed 400 grams. And as tackles for summer pike hunting, reviews recommend getting a good spinning rod that can withstand large fish.
Catching perches
This predator can reach quite large sizes, especially in the summer. To take out an individual more than 1 kilogram from the water is not an easy task. The perch will actively resist until it is exhausted. In this regard, it is recommended to use strong gears that can withstand the resistance of fish. As a bait, a worm, bloodworm, pieces of meat and fish, and most imitating lures: a wobbler, spinners, and so on, are suitable. Also remember that perch is a school of fish. If you find a big jamb, you will find a truly rich catch.
Salmon fishing
This kind of fish has always attracted anglers, because the process of fishing is really exciting and fascinating, and the trophy qualities of even the smallest specimens continue to remain at their best. For fishing, a part of the river with a fast and variable course is suitable, the banks of which are littered with cobblestones. Salmon is considered a fairly strong fish, so you have to use good spinning to catch it. The gear should throw in the direction of the current at an angle of approximately 45 °. An ordinary worm or maggot is suitable as bait.
Fishing on the Nikolsky sleeve
Winter fishing on the Nikolsky branch of the Northern Dvina annually attracts professionals and amateurs from all over Russia to this place. People gather on ice in large groups in order to catch large pike, perch or roach. For this purpose, it is best to use bottom fishing rods, and bloodworms or ordinary worms will serve well as bait.
Although the relevance of such fishing in the winter season does not mean that there is nothing to do here in spring or summer. Here you can also catch quite large individuals of grayling, ide, huster, burbot and bream. For bait, bread crumb, corn, barley and other cereals are used. It is best to fish from the boat, as it prefers to settle in the depths. This is best done at sunrise or sunset.
Fishing in Kotlas
A rather promising activity is fishing in Kotlas on the Northern Dvina. There are a large number of meadow islands and sandbanks that can be used to cast a fishing rod. As gear, it is preferable to use spinning or donka. Any simulator is suitable for bait.
Winter fishing is also quite popular in the region. The water here freezes quite quickly due to the weak current and shallow depth. For winter fishing, it is best to use bottom gear. On bloodworms you can catch quite large individuals of perch, roach, pike and burbot according to reviews.
Fishing in Arkhangelsk
If you are still looking for a cool place, then you should go fishing in the Northern Dvina, in Arkhangelsk. In this region there are many fishing places where fishermen come not only from Yekaterinburg, but also from all over Russia. Maybe this popularity is associated with excellent biting, or maybe with picturesque landscapes. Here you can catch perch, whitefish, pike, ruff without any problems.
In the region you can find several forest lakes that are rich in various fish. There are no ebbs and flows, and a good bite is observed throughout the day in any weather. Among fishermen the small lake Smerdye is most famous. Here you can catch perch, whitefish, roach and other fish.
Very often fishing lovers visit the White Sea. Despite the good nibble, the overall picture deteriorates due to the harsh weather conditions in this region. In winter, strong winds are constantly blowing and severe frosts are standing, there are also ebbs and flows. All these features make fishing very problematic, but this is not a hindrance for experienced anglers. In addition, you can come to the White Sea by your own car, which is an absolute plus in comparison with forest lakes.
Interesting about fishing
The Northern Dvina was formed as a result of the confluence of two rivers - the Sukhona and the South. It flows into the Dvina Bay of the White Sea. Therefore, marine inhabitants often swim into the reservoir, especially near the mouth of the river. A striking example is sea bass.
The strength of the current in the lower reaches almost entirely depends on the frequency of tides. The depth in these places can be different at different times of the year. Therefore, if you decide to go fishing in the Arkhangelsk region, it is recommended to take several gear with you at once: spinning, a donkey and an ordinary float fishing rod. This approach will be most practical.
To increase the intensity of bites, it is recommended to use top dressing with pheromones or bite activators. Unfortunately, the latter may be banned in the near future, but they still have relevance in 2018.
In the waters of the Northern Dvina with the advent of autumn, you can catch a large amount of bleak. To do this, you must use ordinary gear without a float with several hooks evenly tied along the entire length of the fishing line. As a bait maggot is perfect. Throw a fishing rod and wait about two minutes. After this time, several small fish will be hooked at once. In just a couple of hours of such fishing, you can catch a whole bucket of bleak, which is highly valued in the market, especially in smoked form.