The 2025 Salmon River salmon run is quickly winding down here in Upstate New York, and overall it’s been a solid season. Even with low water flows and bright sun almost every day, the fish showed up and gave us plenty of action. We had some incredible mornings when the migration was steady, and though […]
Steelhead Season Wrap-Up: Reflections from the River
Steelhead Season Wrap-Up: Reflections from the River As spring gives way to early summer here in Upstate New York, another steelhead season has come to a close. It’s always bittersweet wrapping up a chapter that brings so much excitement, challenge, and connection—to both the fish and the anglers who chase them. This season was no […]
Fall Steelhead
Steelhead season is in full swing now and with the recent snow on the ground and flows increasing its setting up for a great rest of the season. Swinging flies has been pretty consistent now with number of fish in the river. I’d say 90% of my clients are changing over to swinging flies […]
Fall Run
The Fall Salmon run is well under way and despite low water it has been pretty good. There has been some good pushes of fish over the past week with some brown trout and steelhead mixed in. It’s almost time to breakout the two handers and start swinging, hopefully mother nature starts dumping some rain […]
Spring, Trout and Open Dates
It’s hard to believe we’re down to about two and half months of steelhead fishing left this season and what a season. If your looking to get in on the action before it ends in early May now is the time to book a trip. Here are my open dates I have left – […]
Silver Bullets And Brown Trout
Steelhead are here now! The lower end of the Salmon River is fishing really well for steelhead as they migrate up the river to feed on salmon eggs. Seems this years run is bigger and kicking butt!
It’s a Wrap
Steelhead Season is a wrap. I want to thank all my clients for a great season and looking forward to seeing you all next season. If you haven’t already booked your dates for the upcoming fall, now is the time to book your dates so you don’t miss out on a great season.
“Common Mistakes Swinging Flies on Your Two-Hander”
Check out a recent article I wrote for Echo Fly Fishing “Common Mistakes Swinging Flies on Your Two-Hander.” Click here to read it.
Winter Steelhead
Winter is in full effect right now on the Salmon River. The lake effect snow and single digits at night means slush will start being a factor. Here are a few tips to help you be successful. No need to start at first light. Usually the bite doesn’t start til the sun hits the water […]
Got Chrome?
Got Chrome Steelhead season is upon us. Time to break out the spey rods and hold on tight. I’m now booking trips for mid to late December, if you want to get out and enjoy a day winter steelhead fishing give me a call. Paul