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, fall colors days, and the dolly vardens are not making it easy to stay off the water.
River Conditions
River at dropping fast.
Fall colors conditions throughout the week.
Fish counts at the sonar station are running very good.
Best windows: early AM.
What We're Seeing
Dolly vardens are showing well.
Limits have been common with good technique.
Trophy-class fish showing.
Best fishing in the lower river.
Recommended Setup
Best rig this week: sink tips for swinging flies.
Presentation is key right now.
Looking Ahead
Expect similar fishing through next week.
Prime dates filling up.
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