June 2023 is delivering. Fish counts at the sonar station are encouraging.
The Kenai River is running 6-8 feet visibility and sockeye salmons are showing well through the prime runs.
Guides are putting clients on fish consistently every day this week.
River Conditions
River at 6-8 feet visibility.
Cool mornings conditions throughout the week.
Fish counts at the sonar station are running solid.
Best windows: morning.
Water clarity is 6-8 feet in most sections.
What We're Seeing
Sockeye salmons are showing well.
Limits have been common with good technique.
Good size averaging in the mid-range.
Best fishing in the lower river.
Recommended Setup
Best rig this week: Brad's Killer plugs working well.
Don't overthink the presentation.
Looking Ahead
Run should continue building through next week.
Prime dates filling up.
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