Sight fishing 101
Highly visible fish are often wary; let’s look at sight fishing and how it differs between lakes and rivers.
Highly visible fish are often wary; let’s look at sight fishing and how it differs between lakes and rivers.
When we look in the rearview mirror at this moment, it will be with the knowledge that despite the losses, it brought us closer together.
We all know anglers who fish the same waters religiously and consistently catch big fish.
Fishing lower-river staging areas in early spring is where you can find pre-spawning steelhead looking for a tasty snack.
If you can properly read and understand the water of a river or stream, you are going to have a distinct advantage.
What makes steelhead such magnificent adversaries? The best way to find out just might be to take a closer look at how they’re built.
To some anglers, hip waders are the ugly stepsister of chest waders, but to me, they’re the workhorses of the family.
Steelhead fishing is a great teacher. Good observation and an open mind will help you fill your bag of tricks along the journey.
Contributor Paul Hurtubise explains how DMV (depth, movement, visibility) is also a mantra for steelhead-rigging success.