Not much has changed on the North Coasts rivers this past week with the biggest news being that no measurable rain has fallen making all streams extremely low and clear. The Smith river is at the low 7 foot level at Jed Smith park gage and will be in the high sixes very soon. Although fishing conditions are tough with the low flows, catching steelhead is still possible. Downsized terminal tackle and light, strong fluorocarbon lines with small natural cured baits will produce in these river conditions. Fishing pressure has been light on the Smith River for the past three weeks. Fishing conditions and steelhead counts will hopefully improve after some more rain returns to Northern California. Side drifting small pieces of roe and a Quikie puffball will produce most steelhead as reported by Smith river steelhead fishing guides. Backtrolling Hot shot style lures will also be a great bet in the low/clear river conditions. 0 to 2 fish has been the norm on daily counts coming in from Smith River steelhead guides and bank angler's.