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Fish Report for 3-15-2023

The main Eel reached 162,200 cubic feet per second early Wednesday morning

3-15-2023
Kenny Priest

The main Eel reached 162,200 cubic feet per second early Wednesday morning on the Scotia gauge. Needless to say, it will be blown out for weeks. The main stem Eel, from its mouth to the South Fork is open to fishing all year. From April 1 through Sept. 30, only artificial lures with barbless hooks may be used.



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