“The Chetco dropped into prime shape, with fair to good action for steelhead,” said Andy Martin of Wild Rivers Fishing. “Fish are spread throughout the river, with wild and hatchery adults. Guides working the upper river are finding fish early in the morning, while the lower river bite has been mid-day. Side-drifting roe and Puff Balls or soft beads has worked best. No rain is expected in the next week. 

The lower Rogue is kicking out a few nice steelhead, but the best action is still to come. Conditions are now near prime. Still a month early for the first spring salmon reports.”