01-22-2005, 05:21 PM
Oregon Fisheries Update
January 21st – January 27th, 2005
Whether you are driftfishing, bobberfishing or wondering which river on the North Coast to fish, our series of technical reports will up your odds of a successful fishing trip. All you have to do is log on and pick which ones will help you catch more fish! These reports and several more are available at: http://www.theguidesforecast.com/techrpt.shtml.
It has been the fundamental philosophy at The Guide's Forecast to report the fishing accurately. We don't 'spin' the facts into more or less than what they really are, and this week following the floods, there's not a lot of good news.
Sturgeon fishing is really slow with the recent inclement weather. The even more recent warming trend may stimulate smelt and a sturgeon bite in the middle river however so stay tuned.
Crabbing has turned OFF in the lower river. Competition with commercial gear is likely a major factor.
Tillamook streams were still not very productive prior to the flooding event but the recent rain freshet could put a whole new look on things- even prior to the weekend. Most don't anticipate great hatchery results this weekend but a nice mix of wild and broodstock fish could be present on some of your more popular rivers.
South coast rivers, while hit with rain and suffering from high water, offer come of the better prospects. Steelheading should be OK this weekend and is expected to pick up on the Umpqua and Rogue as these rivers drop. The winter steelhead season is winding down on the Siuslaw.
Tillamook Bay sturgeon fishing was not bad prior to the rain and the recent flood shouldn't hurt this fishery either. Shrimp (both mud and sand) will remain the best bait for winter sturgeon. The Nehalem bite may get started as well. Crabbing will slow in the north coast estuaries.
The Clackamas is recovering, dropping with improving color, but the fish are nowhere to be found. Sandy anglers report that it's still muddy. Eagle Creek has good color but seems relatively fish-free.
Trout have been planted this week in Olalla Creek Reservoir and Big Creek Reservoirs numbers 1 and 2.
Note to boat owners: Some insurance companies are now offering discounts to owners holding an Oregon Boater Safety Card. It's worth your time (and money) to make an inquiry with your agent.
Soapbox Update:
HELP US HELP YOU!!
Be sure to catch us at the 2005 Portland Sportsman show. The dates for this years show is February 9th – 13th and we will be in booth #317 with plenty of fishing supplies and information. I will also be giving the 2005 run forecast information in the Blue Theater on Feb. 10th at 6:00 p.m., the 11th at 7:00 p.m., and at noon on the 12th. I have some exciting news about our upcoming sportfisheries and will give you insight you won't find anywhere else. After the presentation, feel free to stop by the booth for any other questions you may have.
Always more at the website: http://www.theguidesforecast.com/
January 21st – January 27th, 2005
Whether you are driftfishing, bobberfishing or wondering which river on the North Coast to fish, our series of technical reports will up your odds of a successful fishing trip. All you have to do is log on and pick which ones will help you catch more fish! These reports and several more are available at: http://www.theguidesforecast.com/techrpt.shtml.
It has been the fundamental philosophy at The Guide's Forecast to report the fishing accurately. We don't 'spin' the facts into more or less than what they really are, and this week following the floods, there's not a lot of good news.
Sturgeon fishing is really slow with the recent inclement weather. The even more recent warming trend may stimulate smelt and a sturgeon bite in the middle river however so stay tuned.
Crabbing has turned OFF in the lower river. Competition with commercial gear is likely a major factor.
Tillamook streams were still not very productive prior to the flooding event but the recent rain freshet could put a whole new look on things- even prior to the weekend. Most don't anticipate great hatchery results this weekend but a nice mix of wild and broodstock fish could be present on some of your more popular rivers.
South coast rivers, while hit with rain and suffering from high water, offer come of the better prospects. Steelheading should be OK this weekend and is expected to pick up on the Umpqua and Rogue as these rivers drop. The winter steelhead season is winding down on the Siuslaw.
Tillamook Bay sturgeon fishing was not bad prior to the rain and the recent flood shouldn't hurt this fishery either. Shrimp (both mud and sand) will remain the best bait for winter sturgeon. The Nehalem bite may get started as well. Crabbing will slow in the north coast estuaries.
The Clackamas is recovering, dropping with improving color, but the fish are nowhere to be found. Sandy anglers report that it's still muddy. Eagle Creek has good color but seems relatively fish-free.
Trout have been planted this week in Olalla Creek Reservoir and Big Creek Reservoirs numbers 1 and 2.
Note to boat owners: Some insurance companies are now offering discounts to owners holding an Oregon Boater Safety Card. It's worth your time (and money) to make an inquiry with your agent.
Soapbox Update:
HELP US HELP YOU!!
Be sure to catch us at the 2005 Portland Sportsman show. The dates for this years show is February 9th – 13th and we will be in booth #317 with plenty of fishing supplies and information. I will also be giving the 2005 run forecast information in the Blue Theater on Feb. 10th at 6:00 p.m., the 11th at 7:00 p.m., and at noon on the 12th. I have some exciting news about our upcoming sportfisheries and will give you insight you won't find anywhere else. After the presentation, feel free to stop by the booth for any other questions you may have.
Always more at the website: http://www.theguidesforecast.com/