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Sockeye & Steelhead Plunking on the Columbia River — A Super Effective, Fun, and Easy Way to Bank Fish

Welcome to the ultimate fishing adventure! From freshwater lakes to deep sea expeditions, we bring you epic catches, pro tips, gear reviews, scenic spots, and the thrill of the tug. Whether you're a ...
KelownaNow

First sockeye salmon in 86 years return to upper Columbia, nearing BC

For the first time in over 86 years, two sockeye salmon made history by surviving to make the journey partway to their home ...

Lower numbers for sockeye salmon return in South Okanagan still progress after decades of work

Preliminary forecasts estimate between 15,000 to 16,000 sockeye salmon returning, while there were upwards of 300,000 fish ...
KING5

'I did the crime': Salmon fishing on the Columbia River means following the rules or risking penalty

PORTLAND, Ore. — Known for its diverse runs of salmon, the Columbia River draws thousands of anglers to test their luck each year. But with salmon runs nowhere near what they once were, fishing is ...
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The Guide's fishing forecast | Steelhead jumping, but Sockeye vanish in SW WA rivers

Sockeye have nearly vanished, and while summer Chinook numbers are declining, anglers are still finding good success. Lakes Merwin and Yale are producing fish, albeit inconsistently, and sturgeon ...