Never try to anchor in a strong current. The results can be disastrous, and no trout is worth that. Another item that is indispensable is a map of the river you are going to drift. It is tough to get lost on a drift trip, but the map allows you to track your progress along the river and better estimate how much time is left in the drift. It also points out side channels and other areas of the river that might not get much pressure.
Side channels can provide some great fishing.
Often you will come around a bend in the river and spot a Great Blue Heron or some other form of unusual wildlife that offers a good photo opportunity. It s also handy in case you catch a nice fish. When drifting a river, etiquette is important. Bank anglers should be given as wide a berth as possible when you pass them. Sometimes they can t be avoided, and if there are a bunch of anglers on a pool, you can often pull up and pull the canoe through the shallows behind them.