Plunker,

I read with intrest your post regarding the Skagit. Yes, I consider it my "home waters" since that is where I learned to fish and have been able to catch all native salmonid species from the river and her tribs. When you mentioned that it opened Fri. with a 6 fish limit (two adult) I quickly opened WDF&W home page thinking that there was an emergency opening. I believe it was only open for a one adult coho below Gilligan creek. According to the regulations that I have, this will remain in effect until Nov. 1.

There is some good water to fish if you follow the South Skagit River Road. Look for slower water with fish rolling. Sometimes it takes a while but if you put your time in, you'll catch some fish by pitching spinners or spoons.

DaveD