Another solid week out here on the Kenai River.
Some of the best sockeye fishing of the season and we're seeing strong numbers through the system.
Water is ideal conditions, occasional rain days, and the sockeye salmons are not making it easy to stay off the water.
River Conditions
River at ideal conditions.
Occasional rain conditions throughout the week.
Fish counts at the sonar station are running strong.
Best windows: early AM.
What We're Seeing
Sockeye salmons are stacking in prime holes.
Limits have been common with good technique.
Trophy-class fish showing.
Best fishing in the lower river.
Recommended Setup
Best rig this week: red or pink flies in clear water.
Presentation is key right now.
Looking Ahead
Run should continue building through next week.
Prime dates filling up.
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