Irideus fly fishing Catch and release tips for steelhead trout salmon and other species

Irideus fly fishing Catch and release tips for steelhead trout

Those of us lucky enough to watch the life cycle of steelhead have formed a bond in catch and release methods. This will serve as a simple guide to help you enjoy the experience and preserve our sport.

If  you have just started fly fishing use a rod stronger in wt than normal. People like 7wt rods for steelhead, yet an expert can pull off a 6wt rod. We will suggest an 8wt rod to start to give you some backbone to turn this powerful fish. Long battles that are not handled well can result in the death of steelhead. Fish fresh in from the ocean are extremely susceptible to this as they acclimate to fresh water. All ways wet your hands before touching any fish that will be released. Dry hands destroy the protective coating on the skin. Steelhead and trout fall victim to this and in heavily fished waters the scares are easy to see. Keep your fish facing up stream into the current, this will help keep oxygen levels high in the gills. Keep your fish in the water, this will help not to cause stress on the fish. You will also begin to appreciate a photo of a fish in full color. Catch and release methods also start before you hit the stream with gear modifications. Barbless hooks reduce impact and teach you to improve your skills. You will find barbless hooks do not loose fish we do. If a fish runs and turns and the slack causes a lost fish, then next time you will handle it better. I do not recommend beads to any novice fisherman and was even afraid to say the word. Yet through the trial and error of many generations the bead has been modified by dropping the hook 2 1/2 inches below the bead. Do not fish beads in any otherway it is unnecessary and also the cause of many steelhead mortal injuries. Learn proper stream side manor for your fellow fisherman. In today's times crowds and rude people have driven most of us deep into wilderness areas for peace. But on the days a person walks around my drift and drops a hello I feel lucky for our communication. Give space and watch before stepping into someones casting area. You will see, a little respect will get you a long way...maybe even a local fly!

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Irideus Seelhead flies and the California King Salmon Run

Timothy's Twist Rubber Leg Egg Sucking Leech Steelhead flies tied on world class steelhead fly hooks. The orange rubber legs on these steelhead flies have proven to trigger aggressive takes from chrome steelhead and also the fish close to the headwaters. Picking steelhead flies for cold water leaves these Timothy Horner Signature Series steelhead flies at the top of the list.

The California King Salmon run is in full swing. As the egg laden salmon begin the life cycle again, eggs and Caddis Nymphs dug out from the beds are a feeding opportunity for Coastal steelhead on their way up river. The salmon serve as a chiefs for the steelhead we love and think about all year long. The salmon have reached protected areas and the wild steelhead are also protected here which leaves scenes like the one in the picture for steelhead fly fishers willing to go out on foot and search. This beautiful steelhead in the picture is enjoying the morning sun in shallow water. Steelhead will do this if left alone and not overpowered with commercial boats or crowds. Look away from the crowds and find your own perfect place. California steelhead fly fishing is alive and well with hope for a great future. We see the biologist and California Dept of Fish and Game behind the scene working on protecting the fish and the Feather & Sacramento  rivers . Thank you for preserving California's steelhead fly fishing future for generations to come!

Catch and Release Fly Fishing with Irideus steelhead flies and the 6/7 356 Grain Spey Rod

Video of some underwater action of King Salmon on the Redds and three names to follow in the sport.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7uRaXIdZy0&list=UUEFr--YWkgXIeDaycLum4ag&feature=plcp

 

Irideus Diver Down Olive Oil Wooly Buggers are top steelhead flies for steelhead

Irideus Drifters Dream Gravel fry Steelhead flies are great for fishing behind spawning salmon. It will also serve as a top steelhead fly fishing fly pattern before and after the spawn. This wonderful soft hackle steelhead fly fishing fly rendition will also pass for an emerging Alevin. Pair this fly behind any streamer fly or steelhead nymph fly pattern for a truly great steelhead fly offering.

 

January Steelhead fishing with Irideus Spey Rods

What its all about during the 4 seasons of steelhead. The new 2012 spey rods are something very special. If your a steelheader these rods will exceed your expectations. Designs to tame all fish, spawned from a love for anadromodus fish.

The canvas of nature can capture your heart forever.