3X maybe 4X? Good grief, if the river gets any clearer the water will look like air! If you are looking for a challenge, look no further than the conditions at present! Steelhead numbers are improving though ultra clear waters have them extremely wary. Small nymphs- caddis, stones, and bait fish flies are top producers. I have tried to mix a few egg patterns into the game but even the most pale, seems bright under the current water conditions. Location is also key lately; steelhead are throughout the system but sneaky, soft water lies, seem to be the only producers for me lately. Pictured is Bill Sidor with one of the most massive walleye I have had in my boat in years; this pig tipped the boga to 13.5 lbs!
Capt. Steven Kuieck
