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Cold water

2/8/2015

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Cold water slows down a steelhead's metabolism and overall activity. Many seasons ago I thought it not to be a very product use of time to swing a fly in the dead of a Great Lakes winter. However, experience has clearly changed that perception. With the winter that the Great Lakes region is experiencing this year it would be hard to find water in excess of 33 degrees. But if you can locate open flows there is still good opportunity for hooking a steelhead on the swing. Target slower, deeper water or soft breaks in the main current where fish can hold while using little energy. And fish the fly slow and deep as generally a steelhead won't move as far in the cold. Takes can still be surprisingly powerful but also quite subtle and always feel the weight of the fish before setting the hook. The winter can be a great time to find solitude. Pick your days wisely. It will normally be very comfortable on the water when air temperatures nudge up into the 30s. February can be a great month as fresh fish begin to nose up the rivers in anticipation of spring spawning. Winter steelheading is a great way to rid yourself of cabin fever.

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