Skeena River - Steelhead Dreams

Gill Mckean

Fly Fisher, Guide, Fly Tier

Gill Mckean has been guiding on the world-famous Skeena River for more than 25 years. He’s guided a client to massive steelhead estimated at 34 pounds and has personally landed many in the 30-pound range. Join us to learn from Gill about this incredible fishery and of course how to land that steelhead of a lifetime.

Just a few of the questions asked and answered during the interview:

• What is the best time of year to fish for steelhead?
• Are there other streams and rivers to fish in the area?
• What species are available besides steelhead?
• What style of flies do you prefer?
• Is the spey rod the most commonly used rod on the Skeena?
• What type of line do you use and what types of tips do you use?
• What's the difference between Skagit and Scandi heads?
• What is the most productive depth for getting strikes?
• What triggers the fish to strike?
• What is the secret to hooking up with a trophy steelhead?