Episodes
Wednesday Jun 14, 2023
Summer & Winter Steelhead - The Difference | by Lucas Holmgren
Wednesday Jun 14, 2023
Wednesday Jun 14, 2023
Steelhead are all the same right? Well...yes and no. There are two major "runs" of steelhead that are differentiated as "Ocean-maturing" and "River-maturing" meaning, some are ready to reproduce quickly upon entering the river, others enter the river with many months to go. In this episode, Lucas explains these differences, as well as the run-timings in the Columbia River as an example. They are varied, but all Steelhead are beautiful!
Tuesday May 30, 2023
Steelhead & Tailouts by Bill Herzog
Tuesday May 30, 2023
Tuesday May 30, 2023
An article by Bill Herzog, read by Lucas Holmgren called "Fish Lips" featured in STS. This discusses the fact that moving steelhead can hold in the very back of tailouts, just before dropping into the next run!
Thursday May 25, 2023
Thursday May 25, 2023
This episode is based off a biological paper discussing barriers to salmon and steelhead migration. Many factors, such as temperatures, turbidity and dissolved oxygen can have an affect on whether or not salmon and steelhead continue upstream on their migration.
These biological aspects of salmon and steelhead are helpful to understanding the species, and can play into an anglers toolbox for understanding when & where to fish. This episode is created, produced and edited by Lucas Holmgren.
Tuesday May 16, 2023
Plugging Low & Slow by JD Richey
Tuesday May 16, 2023
Tuesday May 16, 2023
JD Richey discusses the importance of using sinkers when flat-lining plugs in certain areas of the river. Especially important are low and slow holes with uneven bottoms. Sometimes a sinker on a dropper can get a plug like a Flatfish, Kwikfish or Maglip into the zone, and this holds true for Spring Chinook, Summer Chinook, Fall Chinook and Winter Chinook! When you can't get your flatlined plug down, consider using one of these subtle sinker methods to get in the zone, without anchoring the bottom.
Sunday May 07, 2023
Dealing With Snags by Nick Amato
Sunday May 07, 2023
Sunday May 07, 2023
This is an editorial from a past STS issue about dealing with snags and hangups, written by Nick Amato and narrated by Lucas Holmgren. It may seem a simple subject, and it is, but it is one we have all dealt with as anglers. Sometimes it's good to bring perspective to basic concepts. In this article you'll hear the standard techniques behind dealing with hangups and snags.
Monday Apr 24, 2023
Spring Chinook Trolling | Bill Herzog & Jarod Higginbotham Q and A
Monday Apr 24, 2023
Monday Apr 24, 2023
Two advanced anglers discuss the details surrounding Spring King Fishing. Although this is directed at Columbia River Fisheries, it really does apply to Coastal Salmon fishing and even the Great Lakes. Jarod is a wealth of knowledge and knows his fisheries well. Bill is a talented angler, but not afraid to ask questions and learn more from the young giant! The best way to support this Podcast is to subscribe to STS!
Wednesday Apr 12, 2023
Kokanee - Stay on Target by Cameron Black
Wednesday Apr 12, 2023
Wednesday Apr 12, 2023
Cameron Black from Addicted Fishing & Gone Catchin' Guide Service discusses the top three most important tactics to catch more Kokanee. Sometimes people pay too much attention to factors that aren't actually as important to catching fish. In reality, speed, depth and lure size are often the biggest factors. Listen as he discusses these factors - narrated by Lucas Holmgren
Thursday Apr 06, 2023
Twig Pickin’ for Steelhead - Article by Roger Hinchcliff
Thursday Apr 06, 2023
Thursday Apr 06, 2023
Utilizing wood structure for Steelhead is key to understanding where they lie in a river. Sometimes even a little twig sticking in the river can create a line that steelhead hang behind. Roger explains the importance of fishing wood structure and examining it during summer low-water months. Lucas narrates this Great Lakes Angler article from the magazine!
Thursday Mar 30, 2023
Is Bill Herzog Over-Rated?
Thursday Mar 30, 2023
Thursday Mar 30, 2023
Are the anglers that fished back decades ago really that talented? Or are they the beneficiaries of excellent runs of fish when any half-way decent angler could catch fish back-to-back? In this episode, Lucas describes his experiences fishing with Bill Herzog and what he noticed about his expertise.
Monday Mar 27, 2023
Taking Kids Steelhead/Salmon Fishing & NEW Live Feed from STS!
Monday Mar 27, 2023
Monday Mar 27, 2023
There's no better feeling as a parent as watching your children reel in salmon or steelhead! I've had the pleasure of watching my 5 year old daughter reel in a big Coho, and my 7 year old son reel in a gorgeous Winter Steelhead! In this episode I talk a bit about that, as well as our new LIVE FEED from Salmon Trout Steelheader. You can watch it live on Tuesdays on Facebook, or catch archived episodes on Youtube!
Saturday Feb 18, 2023
How Long Salmon Eggs Last & Freezing | Interview w/ Fish Hunt NW host Duane Inglin
Saturday Feb 18, 2023
Saturday Feb 18, 2023
Duane Inglin, the host of Fish Hunt Northwest is interviewed by Lucas Holmgren about his show as well as some great information on bait. Duane discusses the proper care of eggs, freezing, thawing them, how long they keep in the fridge and a few tips of when and when not to add scents. Check out Duane's podcast and TV show Fish Hunt Northwest and tell them STS sent you!
Wednesday Feb 08, 2023
Float Selection & ”The Lift” for Steelhead w/ Roger Hinchcliff
Wednesday Feb 08, 2023
Wednesday Feb 08, 2023
Roger Hinchcliff is interviewed by Lucas Holmgren discussing both fixed floats and slip floats. Also discussed is steelhead water, colors, metabolisms of steelhead and the fall run of 2022 in the Great Lakes. Roger is a wealth of information who does more steelhead seminars than anyone in the Great Lakes. Learn little details to add to your knowledge arsenal and catch more fish!
Sunday Feb 05, 2023
STEELHEAD Experiences & 2023 Winter Run! Lael Paul Johnson & Keith Johnson
Sunday Feb 05, 2023
Sunday Feb 05, 2023
Lael Paul Johnson and Keith Johnson break down past steelhead fishing experiences and talk about the 2023 winter steelhead run including trophies caught already! From gear fishing to swinging flies for trophy steelhead, there's a lot discussed on a February evening right before another day of steelhead fishing! New info on FYSH Foundation! Please let us know what you think by commenting and sharing with your friends!
Thursday Jan 05, 2023
Reading Steelhead Water - Interview w/ Tyler Kraft
Thursday Jan 05, 2023
Thursday Jan 05, 2023
The art of reading steelhead water is one of the most important factors for actually catching steelhead. Once you find steelhead, as long as they're not spooked, they are actually pretty aggressive toward baits, but fishing places they don't hold is a sure way to catch less steelhead. The highly talented angler Tyler Kraft discusses his favorite areas to find steelhead depending on conditions. Lucas Holmgren asks questions and provides some input as well. If you like this episode please share it with friends and comment!
Tuesday Dec 20, 2022
Single Beads for Steelhead - Article by Josiah Darr
Tuesday Dec 20, 2022
Tuesday Dec 20, 2022
An article written by Josiah Darr speaking about his first experience fishing beads for steelhead, and how he came to examine different aspects. Discussed are subjects like mono vs. flouro, pegged or sliding, soft vs hard bead? This is some good insight into the basics of steelhead beads, but much more can be found in Randy Bonners book "The Bead Bible" available from Amato Books.
Wednesday Nov 23, 2022
Fishing Fast - Hatchery Steelhead Techniques vs. Wild + Big B-Run Coho
Wednesday Nov 23, 2022
Wednesday Nov 23, 2022
Kelly Wilson - known on Instagram as @riverwarrior87 is a fish-bum, bank maggot who catches hundreds of salmon and steelhead a year. Listen as he discusses how he approaches new rivers, favorite colors for B-Run Coho, bead options, differences between hatchery and wild steelhead lures.
Tuesday Oct 25, 2022
COHO: Finicky Fish Alternatives - by Terry J. Wiest
Tuesday Oct 25, 2022
Tuesday Oct 25, 2022
There are many ways to fish for coho. Be open to alternative techniques if your go-to method fails! I’ve only listed a few that have been successful to me. You may have better options. The idea is to use the technique the fish want.
In the last column we talked about twitchin’ for coho, which is my absolute favorite method to use for several reasons. But just because it’s my favorite does not mean it’s going to be the most effective when I hit the water. There can be several factors which tells me not to twitch, such as the speed of the current, depth of the hole, bottom structure, or those damn fish just won’t bite my jig! In these circumstances I need to expand my arsenal and figure out the best method and lure for that particular day. If not a jig, that means most likely a spinner or spoon, but there are many different types to choose from so we’ll go through those in this month’s column.
Friday Oct 14, 2022
”In-Betweeners” - The Target Species of Fall (Lucas Holmgren)
Friday Oct 14, 2022
Friday Oct 14, 2022
There’s those lucky “in-betweeners,” as I wrote about in a recent issue of STS. The times when salmon and steelhead occupy the same river system, at the same time.
The typical “target” species could really be a variety where I live. In South-west Washington I’ve lots of options, from the tidewater of the Columbia River, to the tributaries that flow into it. With that watershed to play with, it’s hard to go anywhere else.
At the same time, though fall can be very productive, it can also be tough to dial in the timing on the fish. Not that you can’t find them, on the contrary, fall salmon are typically the easiest to find as they will usually make themselves known.
Jumping out of the water doesn’t mean biting though. That’s where things get tough.
Tuesday Aug 30, 2022
Remembering Tom Posey of Lamiglas w/ Roger Hinchcliff
Tuesday Aug 30, 2022
Tuesday Aug 30, 2022
Lucas and Roger Hinchcliff remember Tom Posey and talk about their experiences with Tom while working for Lamiglas Inc. Tom was the President of Lamiglas and made a number of changes and updates to the company that revitalized the brand and rods. Tom came from a real estate background and reinvented the brand through innovation and an updated business model. He was a big-time supporter of Salmon Trout Steelheader. Sadly, he passed away in June of 2022. He will be missed.
Thursday Aug 25, 2022
Steelhead Details w/ Roger Hinchcliff
Thursday Aug 25, 2022
Thursday Aug 25, 2022
Talkin' about the almighty steelhead. Roger Hinchcliff of Lamiglas Rods and Steelhead Manifesto is interviewed by Lucas Holmgren about the different traits of steelhead that make them unique, Great Lakes vs Pacific Northwest Steelhead, and beads/jigs/bait. Roger discusses colors, sense of smell, hearing and sight with our favorite fish. Roger is one of the most well-traveled and consistent seminar leaders when it comes to salmon and steelhead fishing. Listen as he has a conversation about his favorite fish.