Another solid week out here on the Kenai River.
Kings stacking in the lower river and we're seeing very good numbers through the system.
Water is high and glacial, occasional rain days, and the sockeye salmons are not making it easy to stay off the water.
River Conditions
River at high and glacial.
Occasional rain conditions throughout the week.
Fish counts at the sonar station are running very good.
Best windows: afternoon.
What We're Seeing
Sockeye salmons are showing well.
Limits have been common with good technique.
Some nice fish in the mix.
Best fishing in the lower river.
Recommended Setup
Best rig this week: Brad's Killer plugs working well.
Match what's in the water.
Looking Ahead
Conditions should hold through next week.
A few spots left this month.
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