The Tale of a 20lb Great Lakes Steelhead Caught Through the Ice
One year ago, on St. Valentine’s Day, avid trout anglers Kimber Schultz and Justin Kroening caught the steelhead of a lifetime while ice fishing on a Lake Michigan trib.
One year ago, on St. Valentine’s Day, avid trout anglers Kimber Schultz and Justin Kroening caught the steelhead of a lifetime while ice fishing on a Lake Michigan trib.
Read all about Sean’s epic steelhead adventure and the insane fight that took over half an hour, and find out how big this magnificent PNW winter steelhead was.
Continue reading this article to discover how the project came to be, find out which of the Kalmath’s dams the removal includes, and what the lasting benefits are for the river’s fish populations.
A size 3000/30 or 4000/40 spinning reel is ideal for steelhead fishing. You will want a durable reel with a strong and easily adjustable drag and enough line capacity to better control the fish during the fight. A steelhead reel should also be lightweight, as you often hold your rod and reel for many hours.
Because steelhead are so strong and wild, landing them can sometimes be a real challenge. That’s why you should always have a net with you when fishing for steelies. It’s the best way to ensure you land your prized catch. And no one wants to lose a trophy fish.
Most steelhead in the US spawn sometime between January and April in water temperatures of about 40 to 50ºF. They prefer shallow water of up to 4 feet and build their nests on gravel or cobble beds.