Steelhead fishing has been fair. With recent rain, the water level is up and steelhead conditions are great. This should be a prime weekend to get out there. Conditions are favorable for plunking and for fishing by drift boat.

The ODFW angler caught winter steelhead broodstock program is winding down, but every fish still counts and donations are greatly appreciated. This is an annual program to collect adult steelhead to be spawned for the hatchery program on the river. Anglers interested in participating or would like more information can call the ODFW Gold Beach office at 541-247-7605.