Another solid week out here on the Kenai River.
Silver salmon are showing in the lower river and we're seeing excellent numbers through the system.
Water is 8-10 feet clarity, fall hints days, and the silver salmons are not making it easy to stay off the water.
River Conditions
River at 8-10 feet clarity.
Fall hints conditions throughout the week.
Fish counts at the sonar station are running excellent.
Best windows: morning.
What We're Seeing
Silver salmons are spread throughout the system.
Chrome-bright fish coming in fresh.
Some nice fish in the mix.
Best fishing in the tidal reach.
Recommended Setup
Best rig this week: salmon egg patterns for rainbows.
Presentation is key right now.
Looking Ahead
Run should continue building through next week.
A few spots left this month.
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