Published on 02-24-2010 02:59 PM
By SSSF Member Metal Slinger
In response to Matt's call out for tutorials I thought i would share the basics of my favorite fishery. Trolling for Spring Chinook is probably my strongest season however I admit I am by no means an expert, so I thought I would put together the gear, bait, and tactics necessary to get any rookie started. This tutorial is geared toward the lower Columbia and willamette fisheries but will touch on some key differences in each.
Gear-
Lets start with choosing a rod, i prefer a moderate action 10-20# line class 8'6"
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