How many times have deep-pool chinook refused your bait or lure? Hover fishing with a combination platter of bacon and eggs is a proven technique to provoke strikes from lock-jawed springers. ... [+] Full Article

An army of hatchery steelhead -- 250 percent more than fish managers want -- is invading the Grande Ronde River in western Washington right now. Get in on this historic opportunity. ... [+] Full Article

Want to catch more fish? Check out these five tips from an author who's been casting steelhead rivers for more than 40 years. ... [+] Full Article

The Walla Walla and Methow rivers -- clearwater tribs of the mighty Columbia -- give December anglers lots of shots at strong, colored-up game fish. ... [+] Full Article

Better ocean conditions and a good showing of jack steelhead mean this season could be a banner year for steelheaders in the Pacific Northwest. ... [+] Full Article

If you live in Western Washington, here are some of the top rivers and rigs to catch returning runs of bright chinook. ... [+] Full Article

Here are the six best Portland-area rivers to fish right now for snow-belly chinooks. ... [+] Full Article

Western Washington's big steelhead rivers get all the glory. But smaller creeks like the Elochoman, Tokul, Cascade, Salmon and Hoko, are dependable and easier to fish. ... [+] Full Article

You don't have to be an expert fly-tier to create your own high-caliber steelhead fly. ... [+] Full Article

If you've tired of competing with other fishermen, check out these Washington creeks and rivers for a good shot at going it alone when the runs peak. ... [+] Full Article