Another solid week out here on the Kenai River.
Early sockeye showing at the mouth and we're seeing above average numbers through the system.
Water is 6-8 feet visibility, long daylight days, and the sockeye salmons are not making it easy to stay off the water.
River Conditions
River at 6-8 feet visibility.
Long daylight conditions throughout the week.
Fish counts at the sonar station are running above average.
Best windows: incoming tide.
What We're Seeing
Sockeye salmons are moving steadily.
Chrome-bright fish coming in fresh.
Good size averaging in the mid-range.
Best fishing in the upper section.
Recommended Setup
Best rig this week: back-trolling with bait effective.
Presentation is key right now.
Looking Ahead
Run should continue building through next week.
A few spots left this month.
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