The Predator's Approach – Stealth, Patience, and Presentation

Movement on the flats must be slow, deliberate, and quiet. The "Baffin Shuffle" is not just for stingray safety; it minimizes noise that can alert spooky fish in shallow water.   

Once in a promising area—near a drop-off, a grass line, or a series of potholes—the most effective technique is often to stop moving entirely. Anglers should stand still for extended periods, fan casting 360 degrees to meticulously cover every possible fish-holding spot before taking a few more slow steps. This patient dissection of an area is far more productive than constantly moving. For Baffin's large, energy-conscious trout, a slow presentation that mimics an easy meal is often the key to triggering a strike.