Spoon fishing for steelhead book

Bill herzog book inspired me to make some of my own spoons. Twentyfive years ago, spectra fiber braids were still years from practicality on steelhead and salmon rivers. Information on how to make spinners is complete, including how to assemble, obtain parts, even how to silver plate. Spoon fishing for steelhead herzog, bill 9781878175304. Steelhead hide under brush and behind rocks ithat create current breaks. Just remember, the key to spoon fishing is keeping it in the zone as long as possible by raising and lowering the rod tip, feeding line or. They actualy work, but i have yet to land a fish on one yet.

Nordtale bobby fishing lures 5pcs fishing spoons metal spoons spinner spoon with feather treble hooks for bass trout walleye catfish freshwater saltwater spinner baits silver gold 5g 10g 15g 20g. Fishing through the pandemic by henry hughes salmon. A copy that has been read, but remains in clean condition. Rating the bite by bill herzog salmon trout steelheader. It can save the day when the bite is tough or start the day off on a.

Available in a range of sizes and colors, i tend to stick with the simple colors and the size should match the depth of water you are trying to fish. I think getting out on the water and getting expierence is the best teacher but having some help to get started from these books well help a new guy out and. A spinfisherman works the salmon river downstream from riggins, idaho, oct. Check out herzogs book for spoon fishing as its a great book on the art of. We had been pulling plugs from the boat, but i wanted to mix it up with a little spoon fishing while we stopped on a sandbar for lunch. If you can find water of sufficient depth so that a swung 58 oz wobbler has the optimal wiggle within a foot of the bottom, then youve found a perfect steelhead resting spot. Bill herzog covers the full range of spoon fishing techniques for the full year, going into finishes, sizes, weights, spoons, spoon parts suppliers, and reading waterpage 4 of cover. A proper presentation with a spoon or spinner can get a steelhead to chase the lure across the hole, but a strike is easier to coax out of them if it thumps right into there attack zone. Catching a steelhead fish requires some real skill. Sep 07, 2018 last year this angler went 19 for 29 when spoon fishing for steelhead and 24 for 29 when fishing fall coho on the olympic peninsula. This book is a must for all steelhead spoon fishermen. Its a good book along the lines of jed davis book spinner fishing for steelhead. Spoon fishing is another lesserknown way to catch steelhead from the bank.

Check out herzogs book for spoon fishing as its a great book on the art of spoons fishing. Spoon fishing for steelhead by bill herzog paperback. Many salmon though, especially silvers, are found in the softer water and a swing method wont work as there isnt enough current to move the spinner and get the blade turning on its own. Super bankie by josiah darr salmon trout steelheader. Youre probably going to hear this more than once, but get a copy of bill herzogs book spoon fishing for steelhead. Ask me about trophy steelhead trips in feburary and march. Salmon fishing trips on washingtons olympic penninsula. On opening day of 2015, june 1 after fishing a float and jig combo for 4 hours with no take downs and little action around me, my cousin trevor and i ran into a guy walking out. You should know the right gear, time of year, location, technique, and much more. Spoons and steelhead on idahos salmon river state news. The river was low, but recent showers had imparted a slight green cloudiness that makes these fish less wary and more aggressive. The best fishin community on started by gigharborshane, mar 10, 2010.

I made no mention of them in a book i wrote on spoon fishing, even. Hatchery steelhead can be found throughout most of the year in our rivers. Spinner fishing for steelhead, salmon, and trout by jed. Then ponder the following eight tips for swinging a spoon in low, clear and cold water conditions. Buy spinner fishing for steelhead, salmon, and trout by jed davis online at alibris. Casting and jigging spoons for trout, steelhead and salmon. Silver salmon as well as winter steelhead are the primary species we fish. When water conditions permit, the chehalis river holds strong runs of silver salmon and winter steelhead. Jan 14, 2018 how to spoon fishing steelhead setup duration. Bill herzog covers spoon fishing techniques for the full year, going into finishes, sizes, weights, shapes, water temperature differences, winter and summer fish differences, commercial and custom spoons, spoon parts suppliers and reading water. Many an angler will line the shoreline in popular fishing areas with most casting different spoons for the fall spawning fish. River guide supply steelhead spoon blanks nickel plated steel. I wrote a book about it when smoke signals and stage coach were modern. I rated this book as a four because a few of the methods described were kind of hard for me to understand.

Also has a little section on selecting a spoon rod. Bank fishing for salmon and steelhead by scott haugen is a great book. Mar 10, 2010 braid line twist spoon, braid on spoon rod, braid to spoons, can you fish spoons with braided line, can you grow a spoon on braid, fishing spoons with braid, mono or braided line for spoon, steelhead spoons, tie spoon and swivel mono braid, which braid for fishing spinners and spoons. Trophy steelhead guided trips kfishs guide service. It covers everything from the history of the spoon, to techniques, and to fishing morals.

Buy a cheap copy of spoon fishing for steelhead book by bill herzog. You wont catch fish if your line isnt in the water. Shop our wide selection of steelhead fishing gear and choose from the top brands you trust. Spoon fishing for steelhead by bill herzog fishermans marine. Bill herzog covers spoon fishing techniques for the full year, going into finishes, sizes, weights, shapes, water temperature differences, winter and summer fish differences, commercial and custom spoons, spoon parts suppliers, and reading water. The bible for spinner fishing and the most indepth, nonfly fishing book ever written about steelhead and their habits. Spoon fishing for steelhead by bill herzog fishermans. Salmon and trout lake michigan fishing information, reports. Spoon fishing for steelhead, paperback by herzog, bill, like new used, free s. Available in a completely redesigned magnum fishing spoon blank. Warrior lures salmon, lake trout and steelhead fishing. Both books are from amato publishing, and all three can be picked up at bi mart. Your guide to salmon and steelhead success has accumulated numerous accolades including northwest outdoor writers associations prestigious book of the year honors for 2012.

A few casts later, i was hooked to a bright steelhead that blasted downriver. Spoon fishing for steelhead, book by bill herzog paperback. When it comes to catching more salmon and steelhead, time could well be an anglers. Fishing for steelhead with spoons and spinners is exciting but often ignored by anglers. By maximizing your fishing time while on the water, you will catch more fish. Of course im a fishing book junkie and when i cant fish i like to read about it. Dont forget to check out our bulletin board forums for even more great information. Spoon fishing for steelhead book by bill herzog this detailed treatment explains the techniques and tactics and explains how to match them with current conditions. Per my journal notes, landing percentages for the last 30 years were nowhere near this high with mono. Quick overview one of the most effective ways to hook steelhead as well as salmon is with a spoon. Glow kaleidoscope np3 northport nailer salmon trout walleye steelhead spoon s. The acme little cleo could well be the most popular spoon for steelhead.

This book covers a vast array of information like, history of spoon fishing, different types of spoons, which water to use which spoons, covering the entire fishing hole and river levels. Dreamweaver super slim walleye spoons ss coho steelhead stinger style downrigger. I agree with the suggestion of herzogs book,but nothing will ever get you adept at fishing spoons. The summer and early winter steelhead seasons in 2015 were unique in that the water conditions were extremely low and clear.

I flipped a copper spoon into a deep cut and instantly got a strike. Feb 05, 2018 spoon fishing for steelhead is a great technique to have in the back pocket. Spoon fishing for steelhead by bill herzog, paperback. These nickel plated steel spoons come hooked and ready to go fish.

As a disciple of bill herzogs book spoon fishing for steelhead, im not going to repeat his howto advice. It can save the day when the bite is tough or start the day off on a hot streak. Scores of color photos printed on thick, glossy, quality paper. Ive received some weird looks from friends and fellow anglers when ive tied on a spoon, but with a little bit of trial and error, ive actually found this to be an effective way to catch fish. Spoon fishing for steelhead by bill herzog goodreads. Bill herzog covers spoon fishing techniques for the full year, going into.

Although spoon fishing is a simple method of fishing it does have certain techniques that make it more effective if those techniques are used. The bible for spinner fishing and the most indepth, nonflyfishing book ever written about steelhead and their habits. Potogold steelhead spoon made in berthoud, colorado, u. Fishing braid with spinners and spoons discussion in lets talk fishin. Fishing through the pandemic by henry hughes salmon trout. Spoon fishing for steelhead by bill herzog 1993, paper great book for any fisherman that wants to enhance his fish catching ability. A this extra heavy, extra thick spoon features a deep cup which produces an outstanding wobble. Spoon and spinner fishing with super lines for salmon and steelhead six seasons ago, the author switched mono mainlines for nonstretch super lines when tossing metal and has not looked back. The wynoochee river is a 60mile 97 km long1 river located in the olympic peninsula in the state of washington. The humptulips river originates in the olympic national forest in the east fork and west fork and receives a very strong run of king and silver salmon wynoochee river. Spoon fishing for steelhead is a great technique to have in the back pocket.

Although they are small in size steelhead seem to love them. The bible of spinner fishing for steelhead, salmon and trout. Ive received some weird looks from friends and fellow anglers when ive tied on a spoon, but with a little bit of trial and error, ive actually found. Herzog book spoon fishing for steelhead, is a good read. Spinner fishing for steelhead, salmon and trout book. Spoon fishing for steelhead herzog, bill 9781878175304 hpb.

Thomas fishing lures buoyant 14 0z brown trout 823856. Spoon and spinner fishing with super lines for salmon and. All fishing spoons are hand painted to exact standards. When the river conditions are low and clear change your tactics by going to smaller lures. One of the most effective ways to hook steelhead as well as salmon is with a spoon.

Spoonfishing for steelhead by bill herzog amato media. Spinner fishing for steelhead, salmon, and trout by jed davis. In this article we will cover the entire range of steelhead fishing tips you need to pull in that next world record fish and become a knowledgeable steelhead angler. The book covers everything from the best techniques, building tackle, fishing tactics and more. Sep, 2012 spoon fishing for steelhead by bill herzog and spinner fishing for steelhead, salmon and trout by jed davis. Steelhead fishing lures or casting spoons 14 oz nickel. When it comes to catching more salmon and steelhead, time could well be an anglers best friend, or worst enemy.