DESTINATIONS

Oregon
Clackamas River: Located within a stone’s throw of Portland the Clackamas River offers up the best option for steelhead fishing to Portlanders.

British Columbia
Gold River: Vancouver Island’s Gold River continues to produce winter and spring steelhead fishing that lives up to its world-famous reputation.

California
American River: An urban fishery, the American River kicks out some excellent steelhead fishing for those who live in and around the city of Sacramento.

DEPARTMENTS

Tips & Tailouts
Where’s Waldo? Instead of asking, read the story found in Tips & Tailouts. You’ll also find interesting tips on tying bobber stop knots, how to create a quick lead change system, plus what to look for in an ice chest. There’s plenty more, too.

DRIFT BOAT BUYER’S GUIDE 
If you’re thinking about buying a drift boat then we highly recommend you read our drift boat buyer’s guide.

Technique
We’ve compiled four techniques that will help you become a better steelhead fisherman, and each one makes you think “outside the box.” Which is to say these techniques are not something you think of using.

Gear Review
Everything you want to know about float rods, but either was afraid to ask or didn’t know enough to ask. We review 16 float rods for both spinning and casting rods.

Freshwater
What happens when steelhead are suspended and go into lockjaw? Freshwater Editor Bob Ball educates you on how to fish these situations.

Saltwater
Saltwater Editor Terry Rudnick discusses in depth lure selection when it comes to fishing deep. He tells you what colors to use in what conditions, and most importantly he tells you why.

Homewater
Steelhead fishing is synonymous with cold, frigid temperatures, and Homewater Editor Don Thomas knows all too well the feeling of cold, numb fingers.

On the Cover
Danny Cook from Wooldridge Boats in Seattle holds the object of everyone’s affection: A 22-pound winter steelhead. RYLEY FEE PHOTO