Ep. 9: Trip Recap #2: The Winter Grind (Pt. 1)

In Episode #9, Kyle is joined by Beaver and Dave for Part One of the recap from their second steelhead trip of the season — a trip that tested patience, preparation, and grit right from the start.Brutally cold temperatures locked up many streams with ice, forcing the crew to grind through a long first day searching for fishable water. From breaking shelf ice to hopping between tributaries, this episode breaks down how they adjusted on the fly, covered miles, and stayed focused despite challenging conditions.While the fishing didn’t come easy early, late-day positives began to stack up, setting the stage for what would turn into an exciting and productive Saturday on some picture-perfect water. This episode is all about adapting to extreme conditions, trusting the process, and finding momentum when winter steelhead fishing pushes back.If you’ve ever battled freezing temps, questionable water, and tough decisions on the Alley, this one will feel familiar.