Tom made it back down to the Wallowa yesterday. It was a beautiful day and he found a few Steelhead willing to take his Prince Nymph. Water is still clear, 37 degrees and low, so he was forced to search out those deep slow pools to find the fish. He caught a number of Whitefish, and Rainbow Trout and 2 Steelhead on the Prince Nymph. Looks like the fish are in there. A little flush of fresh water will probably set things on fire down there.
The Weatherman is telling us this may happen tonight and tomorrow. We will let you know what happens and if some new water in the system really gets those fish moving around.
Sounds like the Fishing Train is going to happen. After much debate and round and round with the plan for the train I think they have figured out a way to make it happen. I need to correct my previous post regarding the first scheduled train. It will be happening on February 13th. There are still seats available so give the Minam Motel a call to reserve yours today. (541) 437-4475
See you on "The Wallowa".

Sorry Tom was unable to get any photos but there will be more to come very soon.
Come visit Morgan and I at the Portland Sportsman Show February 10-13th at the Expo Center.

Well it is about time for the Wallowa to start heating up. Tom went down on the 25th for an exploratory mission. He found what he called a summer like flow ie lower than he expected. He did say that the water was clear and cold 37degrees. After nymphing with the Prince between 11 and 4 pm he only ended up with a Bull Trout, a few nice Rainbows and some Whitefish. He was unable to raise a Steelhead yesterday.
Between now and April 1st you should expect to see at least one post a week. We are going to be keeping a close eye on the Wallowa this year as it should be a great season down there. IF you haven't heard already, the Steelhead Train is on uncertain ground right now. There are some negotiations happening which could affect the train next month. First run is scheduled for February 20th. I will try to keep you posted on the fishing conditions as well as the Steelhead Train Status.
Incidentally, Morgan and I had a great day on the Imnaha last week. Caught a few beauties and enjoyed the warm sunny day. This is a photo of one of the fish we caught on the Imnaha that day.