mike rousseau Posted November 7, 2013 Report Share Posted November 7, 2013 Well I'm finally giving steelhead another go.... I've been 3-4 times ever and only landed one... And oddly enough that one was caught casting small cranks of all things... This time I have a friend from work taking me and showing me the ropes... 90% of his fishing is for steelhead... So I feel that I'll be in good hands... He's explained shooting patterns for different water condition... He's supplied me with chinook and brown eggs... But with anything "new" I could use some more confidence.... So I'm looking for any general tips you'd have for a rookie... I'll be fishing eastern tribs... So if anyone has any current advice based on conditions that would be appreciated as well... Roe bag size... Color... Jigs... Flies... Etc...By PM of course... We are fishing Saturday.... Maybe I'll see some of you on the rivers as well... BUT PLEASE... IF YOU HAVE ANY SPECIFIC ADVICE OR INFORMATION... GO TO A PM PLEASE... Not a "steelheader" but I understand the pressure put on this fishery.... Thanks Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joeytier Posted November 7, 2013 Report Share Posted November 7, 2013 If theres fish in the river, the brown roe will get em! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christopheraaron Posted November 7, 2013 Report Share Posted November 7, 2013 I'm sure he'll know what he's doing, but bring some flies too, they seem to be producing well out there. There's a decent chance I'll be out there saturday as well, shoot me a PM on where you're going Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garnet Posted November 7, 2013 Report Share Posted November 7, 2013 (edited) As the saying goes "You should have been there yesterday" That float is adjustable for a good reason. And if you fish the frog water minimize the junk down your line. Water will likely be clear. Edited November 7, 2013 by Garnet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillM Posted November 7, 2013 Report Share Posted November 7, 2013 Bring your hockey gear for the combat fishing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ketchenany Posted November 7, 2013 Report Share Posted November 7, 2013 Bring your hockey gear for the combat fishing. standing room only at the Beaver! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard S. Posted November 7, 2013 Report Share Posted November 7, 2013 (edited) Get there before first light, it should be good for a few hours untill the masses move in and the sun hits the creek, after that call it a day and go home, the fish will be spooked from all the floats being ripped across the pools and the sun. On a positive note you should be home by around 9 or so. Rich. Edited November 7, 2013 by Richard S. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christopheraaron Posted November 7, 2013 Report Share Posted November 7, 2013 Bring your hockey gear for the combat fishing. Won't be needed if you believe the weather report! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FloatnFly Posted November 7, 2013 Report Share Posted November 7, 2013 rain gear........ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillM Posted November 7, 2013 Report Share Posted November 7, 2013 Won't be needed if you believe the weather report! Even worse, everyone will be at a single river, lol! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misfish Posted November 7, 2013 Report Share Posted November 7, 2013 Calling for 10 cm of the white stuff tonight up here. I,ll be on the river. Lots of room if your willing to walk alot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ketchenany Posted November 7, 2013 Report Share Posted November 7, 2013 They have to rename that river! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misfish Posted November 7, 2013 Report Share Posted November 7, 2013 They have to rename that river! What would you suggest would be a good name? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillM Posted November 7, 2013 Report Share Posted November 7, 2013 Calling for 10 cm of the white stuff tonight up here. I,ll be on the river. Lots of room if your willing to walk alot. Nothing but rain in the forecast for around here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misfish Posted November 7, 2013 Report Share Posted November 7, 2013 We will see.LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillM Posted November 7, 2013 Report Share Posted November 7, 2013 Which reminds me, I need to get two new snow tires. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roy Posted November 7, 2013 Report Share Posted November 7, 2013 You run a 2 wheeled car, Bill? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davey buoy Posted November 7, 2013 Report Share Posted November 7, 2013 What would you suggest would be a good name? Swung by are regular area,water is moving fast.Any more precipitation,can't make it any better I would think.Good luck if your heading out tomorrow.!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misfish Posted November 7, 2013 Report Share Posted November 7, 2013 Adapt,improvise,overcome. I figured a pattern yesterday. Did ok. If it,s non fishable,I may just take a walk for some birds. Theres always something to do in the outdoors. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misfish Posted November 7, 2013 Report Share Posted November 7, 2013 Hey Bill,LOOK OUTSIDE.LMAO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solopaddler Posted November 7, 2013 Report Share Posted November 7, 2013 Nothing but rain in the forecast for around here. Nothing but rain in the forecast for around here. Drove through a virtual blizzard on the way home from Georgian Bay today, very unexpected. Mike considering where you live you should be fishing the Salmon river in NY. It's 10,000X better than fishing the ditches and it's closer to you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misfish Posted November 7, 2013 Report Share Posted November 7, 2013 Drove through a virtual blizzard on the way home from Georgian Bay today, very unexpected. Well if you lived up here as long as some,it,s the norm Mike. Nothing is UNEXPECTED up here.LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike rousseau Posted November 7, 2013 Author Report Share Posted November 7, 2013 Drove through a virtual blizzard on the way home from Georgian Bay today, very unexpected. Mike considering where you live you should be fishing the Salmon river in NY. It's 10,000X better than fishing the ditches and it's closer to you. I know Mike... But for some reason nobody else will buy a NY license... I have mine... And I'm no steelheader nor do I plan on doing it much... Realistically 1-2 spring trips and 1-2 fall trips at most a year.... So Ill be a greenhorn for a long time learning by myself... If I can convince one if my trout buddies to go I would go without hesitation... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solopaddler Posted November 7, 2013 Report Share Posted November 7, 2013 I know Mike... But for some reason nobody else will buy a NY license... I have mine... And I'm no steelheader nor do I plan on doing it much... Realistically 1-2 spring trips and 1-2 fall trips at most a year.... So Ill be a greenhorn for a long time learning by myself... If I can convince one if my trout buddies to go I would go without hesitation... I know Mike... But for some reason nobody else will buy a NY license... I have mine... And I'm no steelheader nor do I plan on doing it much... Realistically 1-2 spring trips and 1-2 fall trips at most a year.... So Ill be a greenhorn for a long time learning by myself... If I can convince one if my trout buddies to go I would go without hesitation... If it's only one day you can buy a non resident license for 15 bucks and print it off at home. Pretty cheap if you ask me. Bigger issue for a lot of people is needing a passport to cross now. I Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roy Posted November 7, 2013 Report Share Posted November 7, 2013 Bigger issue for a lot of people is needing a passport to cross now. That's what I think too, Mike. I could lend folks my passport but then you'd have to look like a bearded dwarf with no means .... pretty sad I'd say. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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