Northwest Fishing Reports

As Dave said on the baits. In past years I would fish the pier on a daily basis. Today however was only my second time at the pier this year. Was told that the fishing so far this year has been slow with few Ling cod and fewer salmon so far. We all hope that will turn around. North side of the dock ...

Like Littleriver said - Its more important to bleed the fish than to ice it. However icing the fish does reduce the chance of bacteria affecting the meat of the fish. Texture and consistancy of the meat is better preserved when put on ice right away than if not put on ice at all.