WINTER STEELHEAD

The current weather pattern is appreciated as this winter has seen a lack of precipitation.  The swing fishing has been consistent on certain watersheds as an overall rule.  However recently for my boat my lucky steak was interrupted with a couple blanks.  Regardless, just makes you appreciate every one.

On one occasion recently we had a fish attack the fly abruptly enough to push it to the surface and basically away from her and there was no connection….amazing.

Lines used lately include —
Standard Skagits
FIST
Intermediate Skagits
Rage

Tips used recently include everything from T-8 to T-17

The bobber fishing has been worthy as well…..Yarn is the terminal ‘bug of choice:)

UPPER COLUMBIA

Upper Columbia is in amazing shape and fishing good when the weather pattern is stable.  Levels are low on the dam/lake and average at the border make for some great structure.

Best bugs….. #6 Catch All  #4-8 Streamers in yellow/brown, brown, black and natural.

No much for hatches recently.

 

YAKIMA RIVER

The Yakima saw a recent bump in flows due to mega precipitation.  It is currently on the drop.  This last weather pattern ‘kinda’ put a gliche  on the Skwala activity.

Recently the best technique has been fishing the San Jaun worm:)