Feb 7, 2026 · Some good news for once for winter steelhead. Checked and compared WDFW Hatchery Escapement Reports. To date, numbers seem to be up this year compared to the 10 yr average. …

Nov 7, 2025 · For those who fish mainly from the bank - what is your current favorite in-line spinner set up for winter steelhead & coho ? … Feel free to also list your favorite in-line spinners , sizes and …

Jul 13, 2023 · I usually run divers and **** shrimp on the Cowlitz for steelhead. I have a bunch of old plugs that I have never used. In fact, I think I have only been with a person one time that was pulling …

Oct 25, 2024 · I’m planning on hitting winter steelhead pretty hard this year. I have a handful of very small streams I fish for them in, and I’ve been able to succeed a little bit just casting spinners. My …

Jan 3, 2025 · Don't care where you caught em, just want to see em! Post any steelhead you've caught this season, here's my first, 3rd steelhead on a planer for me.

Dec 28, 2003 · This is for the guy who had questions about Smoking fish. Hope it helps. Smoked Salmon, Steelhead, & Beef Jerky Recipe Allways use non-iodized pickling salt, very important. This …

Apr 24, 2018 · Steelhead do not have as much fat (oil) in their flesh as salmon. They definitely taste better than a hatchery trout, but not as good as salmon. But then, taste is an individual thing. "I don't …

Jan 3, 2023 · I am debating on what length of steelhead rod to purchase. I have a 9'6'' 6-12lb spinning rod, Which I use for drift/float rod and even sometimes spinners...

Mar 30, 2025 · The Steelhead Nightmare Jig is probably one of the most popular jigs for winter steelheaders. Below is my version that I have tweaked over the years: Tying Materials -Owner 1/0 …

Nov 11, 2013 · Here's a question for you. If you were to recommend an all around rod and real for steelhead and/or coho (I know I need another setup for nooks) my budget is around $150.00 max. I …