Recent Trip Report

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We've been spending the last few weeks working the Ohio tribs for steelhead, and the action has been pretty darn steady!  Volatile weather has made things a bit interesting with stream flows, but when it cooperates the fish are there and very willing.  The most difficult aspect of these trips has probably been folks trying to pack the appropriate clothing! We've been steelheading in 70 degrees, snow, rain, wind, and just about everything in between but such is to be expected during March in the Great Lakes!  For folks looking to get out, keep monitoring the stream gauges to time things up appropriately. 

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The fairly constant high water of March has posed a few challenges, but it's also brought in fresh fish continuously.  There is a nice mix of fresh/dark steelhead and that makes each catch a little unique!  Try to avoid fishing the fish visible on spawning redds as much as possible.  These steelhead are actively paired up and spawning, and even though natural reproduction is low, it's still a good habit to practice!  Finding the combination of faster current and depth has been the key to success over the last few weeks.  These fish are either paused on their migration run, or holding in a feeding lie, both of which make them prime targets for a nymph rig.

Some hot flies on recent trips include: 

• Rosetta Stone (Black)
• Rosetta Stone (Golden)
  
• Pat's Rubber Legs (Black/Coffee)
  
• White/Orange Sucker Spawn
  
• White/Chartreuse Sucker Spawn
  
• CDC Pheasant Tail
  
• ​Senyo's Wiggle Stone
  

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