On the flyrod information: I have WF floating and sink tip line on two reels. Which would be better or try both? I believe that I have some wooly buggers in green and chartreuse but nothing else. Would they work O.K. or should I get something else? Last and most important, I have a 5wt rod 8.5 ft, will this be sufficient? Keep in mind that I am new to flyfishing.

Also.....sounds like a blast fishing from a tube or pontoon boat for these monsters. Where would I let in? How far from shore to fish etc.....

Sounds like a great year. I am headed to the Satsop this weekend to try for, well, anything! Have never been out there though any recommendations? How about recovery of the river from rain?