Another solid week out here on the Kenai River.
Late silvers pushing hard and we're seeing very good numbers through the system.
Water is dropping fast, shorter days days, and the dolly vardens are not making it easy to stay off the water.
River Conditions
River at dropping fast.
Shorter days conditions throughout the week.
Fish counts at the sonar station are running very good.
Best windows: afternoon.
What We're Seeing
Dolly vardens are spread throughout the system.
Limits have been common with good technique.
Trophy-class fish showing.
Best fishing in the lower river.
Recommended Setup
Best rig this week: light leaders for spooky fish.
Presentation is key right now.
Looking Ahead
Expect similar fishing through next week.
A few spots left this month.
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