Northwest Fishing Reports

nice! I was pretty excited when I got to see them at ICAST this year

That's the full answer ;) I'm also a fishmonger. After looking at the link in the OP though, it does look like a good system and a great way to get started. I think, in the end, all belts end up taking off more metal than needed, and all run the risk of burning an edge. You should see some of the st...

I still use a good ol Norton 3-stone block. The key, as pointed out, is constant angles. When you're getting started a matchbook is great for this. They're just about 20* which is what I like most of my work knifes ground at.

post on the russian site says "Here is another way to mow the grass and prepare for one for planting potatoes. Well, it certainly is not everyone can afford:)"

it also links to another site, but i can't find reference to whats going on in the photo

The holes make them self bailing.

Very small lakes and neighborhood ponds would be fine, but with a 250# capacity, save it for the kids.

joined up for the sole purpose of muskie fishing info. I grew up in FedWay, and hope to find a day to make the trip up and back.

All depends on what you're fishing for. Sounds like you're trying to find some sea runs, which the coast rivers provide your best bets. Coho and Fall Chinook are in the rivers, though fishing has been slow to say the least. Close in around Corvallis you'll find a ton of great bass waters. Foster Lak...