Spring Kings: Columbia River at The Dalles

In this episode of Northwest Fishing, Hillary and Rob Holman team up with experienced fishing guides Toby Wyatt of Reel Time Fishing and Jack Apperson of Northwest Rivers Fishing for an unforgettable day on the water just above Dalles Dam. They're on a mission to catch spring Chinook salmon, also known as "springers", employing the effective technique of trolling with prawn spinners behind a 360-degree flasher. Throughout the episode, viewers will learn the ins and outs of salmon fishing, including the importance of adjusting trolling speeds and depths based on the time of day and weather conditions. Oregon fishing rules!

The adventure continues as the show transitions to a valuable segment where Craig Dowdy of YJ Guide Service demonstrates the best way to clean burbot, often referred to as "poor man's lobster" for its delicious meat.