Cat Chat

[Ahi1953]

Things are looking up for the lower part of the Bear River.  The dinner bell is ringing, Shad and small carp minnows have finally showed up.  Of  course we can't use the shad. The carp minnows are on the small side but 2 or 3 of them on a 8/0 hook works well, or you can down size to a  5/0 or 6/0 hook. For minnows try a cast net at the boat ramp south of the maintenance building, or set traps around gates.  All the gates are closed at the tour loop,so you'll need to fish the main river. I guess you could try the side channels but I like a little current or flow. Evening seems to be best. Most of the action has been at the gates. Wish we could fish it after sunset. Hopefully the 30+ inch fish will move in. lots of 27 and 28 inchers willing to play.