The Oak was packed full of huge steelhead, I could
hardly believe how many fish there were. It looked like the pictures
you see of Alaska with all of the Salmon just lined up. These
fish were easily spooked, but I did manage to hook four fish.
These fish were fresh and put up an unbelievable fight. I had
one that was almost back to Lake Michigan before I knew what
had happened. I managed to bring one up next to the bank, but
like the others it managed to come off. It was fun just to watch
these fish make their way up the river to spawn. The fish were
all in the 28-34 inch range. Justin also hooked fish up river,
but was unable to bring any of them in. Small egg patterns worked
the best, but I also hooked one on a prince nymph. I am continually
amazing at how many big fish this little creek holds. |