Casting Spinning Reels Effectively

This “How To” video is about how to cast a spinning effectively when fishing.  If you are new to using spinning reels, or you have been having some issues with the mainline wrapping around the spool of the reel or fouling, this video might help you out. If you are interested in fishing with Ridge to River Outdoors give…

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Drift Fishing Artificial Eggs for Steelhead – Seminar

This is a 3 part seminar about Drift Fishing Artificial Eggs for Steelhead.  I gave this seminar in Steelhead River at the 2014 Western Washington Sportsmen’s Show in Puyallup, WA. Drift Fishing Artificial Eggs for Steelhead can be done from a boat or by anglers on the bank!  Regardless of whether you are new to drift fishing or you find…

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Eggs for Mid-Season Coho

Eggs for mid-season Coho should be considered. In this article, I will explain why. We are in the mid-season of Coho on our Pacific Northwest rivers.  Like most, you have been fishing a variety of methods to put Silver Salmon in the boat; pulling plugs, backtrolling kwikfish, drift fishing Dick Nite Spoons, not to mention drift fishing cheaters Beau…

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Gearing up for fall salmon – Already?

So much going on right now; Columbia River Springers, Cowlitz River Steelhead, Cutthroat Trout, not to mention many anglers are gearing up for the lowland lake opener. So is it crazy to start thinking about the fall? Sure, we have a lot of fishing to do between now and 5 months from now, but consider this; it is a…

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Columbia River Springer “Go to Baits”

Columbia River Springers are here.  So what baits and lures should you use to get into these spring time Chinook salmon? Well I can tell you what I will use. As always, I make sure I have lots of gear and I am ready to switch gears at any time, however I have a few go to methods for…

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Balancing Your Fishing Gear

Balancing your fishing gear is important to being successful and enjoying your day on the water. As a full time sport fishing guide, I fish with a lot of people from all over the country.  Occasionally, I receive comments about the setups and gear we are using when fishing for steelhead and salmon. Statements like “This barrel swivel seems…

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