Lake fishing across Washington State was great this year, and for those of you ready to keep on fishing, it ain’t over just yet! Just as I was ready to put my trout fishing gear to rest for the season, a recent WDFW announcement got me fired back up for some great fall fishing opportunities! …
Pink Salmon – The Humpback of the River
Pink Salmon are the most numerous salmon species in the North Pacific Ocean. They offer robust commercial fisheries. However, they are also an easy catch for anglers in saltwater areas, rivers and streams. Male Pink Salmon grow a comically large hump on their back prior to spawning, giving the species its famous nickname: the Humpy …
Fishing at Caliche Lakes – George, Washington
Fishing has always been a popular draw to Eastern Washington’s Caliche Lakes. And while I have spent countless days exploring as many Columbia Basin lakes as I could, some of my fondest fishing memories have been at Upper Caliche. Here you will find easy access to good trout fishing. Caliche Lakes Fishing Access Caliche Lakes …
How to Tie a Simple Marabou Steelhead Jig
Float fishing with a bobber and jig is a killer technique for Steelhead! Although there are many variations of the Steelhead Jig, a basic marabou jig can be a great way to break into jig tying. It’s simple and easy to tie. Here is your step by step tutorial. What you’ll need: How to start …
Your Guide to Fishing in Seattle – The City and Beyond.
Fishing in and around Seattle, Washington In this article, we are going to talk about fishing in and around the City of Seattle. And believe me, there is a lot to talk about when it comes to this subject. We have phenomenal fishing opportunities within the city limits. As well as a countless fishing spots …
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Addicted Alaska 2 – Alaskan Steelhead Fishing (Full Movie)
The guys over at Addicted Fishing are at it again! I always enjoy their videos, as they have a real passion for fishing in the Pacific Northwest and do a great job to shar that passion. The footage they captured on their Alaskan Steelhead Fishing adventure is amazing. Check it out and get motivated!
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New Steelhead Egg Clusters from Western Fishing Operations
Yesterday evening I got caught up in a heavy snow flurry on Highway 18 at the Tiger Mountain Summit. I thought to myself, winter is here early… and it won’t be long before frigid early mornings, launching my drift boat, and Winter Steelhead fishing! Instead of calling it a day, I ended up in my …
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Sockeye Salmon – The Red Salmon
There is much excitement when it comes to Sockeye Salmon. Their unforgiving fight, acrobatics, and high-quality omega-3 packed fillets make them beloved by the angling community. Sockeye Salmon Basics Sockeye Salmon are also known in parts of their range as Red Salmon and Blueback Salmon. Their primary range is from the Columbia River northwards to …
Chum Salmon – Underdog of the River
Chum Salmon are an abundant salmon species in their northern range, and are a valuable commercial catch in marine areas. As they migrate back to their natal spawning rivers, they tend to concentrate in the tidal areas and lower in the river systems and offer anglers a chance to get in some great fishing. They …
Quick Guide to Rigging and Wrapping Kwikfish and Maglip Plugs
Salmon anglers on rivers large and small love fishing with plugs! I use the back trolling and anchor fishing plug techniques out of my drift boat all season long. My personal favorites are the Luhr Jensen Kwikfish and Yakima Baits Maglip plugs. Although fishing with plugs can be fairly straightforward, I have a few key …
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5 Proven Methods for Chum Salmon Fishing in Rivers
I’ve spent plenty of days on the river chasing Chum Salmon, and the purpose of this post is to share the best techniques on how to catch them. Chum are abundant on many rivers in Oregon, Washington, British Columbia and Alaska. These fish gain plenty of spawning aggression as soon as they enter the river, …
Talapus Lake – Fishing and Hiking in the Cascades
One late summer day, we made a last minute decision to pack the trout fishing gear in the truck and head into the Cascade Mountains. A moderate hike to an Alpine Lake that hosts trout was on the menu. And after a little research on the Washington Trails Association website, we landed on Talapus Lake. …
The Ultimate Guide to Snoqualmie River Trout Fishing
Nestled in the Central Cascade Mountain Range and its foothills is the Snoqualmie River. It is located about 30 miles east of Seattle, Washington and offers up a huge hinterland of great stream fishing for trout. It’s three forks and many large tributaries give us fishermen and women a great opportunity to explore and fish, …
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Fishing at Phantom Lake – Bellevue, Washington
Legend has it that Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie and Yellow Perch fishing can be pretty good at Phantom Lake. Aside from a few Lake Hills area angling enthusiasts, not many people venture out onto Phantom Lake to fish. The lakeshore looks perfect for targeting warm-water species, as there are numerous docks and thick mats of …
Steelhead Fishing Opens on Columbia River
Eastern Washington Steelhead anglers will get a large section of the Columbia River to fish once again. With over 113,000 Steelhead already over Bonneville Dam, it should be good fishing! Date: November 1, 2020 Purpose: The purpose of this rule is to open hatchery steelhead retention from the Dalles Dam to the Highway 395 Bridge …
The Recreational Crab Fishery in Puget Sound, Washington
Are you looking for a refresher crabbing tutorial? The task of understanding all the regulations, gear and strategy can seem daunting. So, when I stumbled across this great YouTube video I figured I would share! It’s from Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife that may be a big help. It covers all the equipment, regulations, …
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Puget Sound Winter Crabbing Report – Everett!
Puget Sound’s marine areas have been open for a couple weeks already, and we hit Marine Area 8-2 really close to Everett today. The weather and crabbing was great! The morning tidal exchange was pretty light this morning. We dropped 6 crab traps within a couple miles of the Everett Marina. While the traps soaked, …
Chico Creek and Gorst Creek Bank Fishing Closure
WDFW has decided to close bank fishing options in the Chico Creek and Gorst Creek tideland areas as of October 30, 2020 until further notice. This impacts a popular bank fishing area for Chum Salmon fishing on the Kitsap Peninsula. Date: October 30, 2020 Purpose: The purpose of this rule is to close salmon fishing …
Brook Trout – Washington’s High Country Trout
Brook Trout thrive in some of the more remote waters of Washington State. Yet, if you make your way to their home lakes and streams, you can can find some pretty good fishing. Brook Trout Basics Their more formal name is Eastern Brook Trout. Which hints at their natural range, the Eastern United States. Brook …
8 Amazing Techniques to Catch Winter Steelhead
The most popular quarry found in our Pacific Northwest rivers is the Winter Steelhead, we will teach you how to catch them. Although most of our rivers host Steelhead throughout much of the year, it is the winter months that bring in strong numbers of fish and plenty of excitement. I want to share with …
