Finally saw my first hatchery coho yesterday. Beautiful hen of about 12 lbs. Because she was a hen, I was ready to release her, but when I noted the lack of an adipose fin, I dispatched her for the greater good. Turned out to be the firmest, best-eating coho I've pulled from the rivers this year... Go figure.

I was surprised how few fish were around where I was fishing for this late in the season, but the fish I caught was obviously very fresh, so there's likely more on the way.