“Rain over the weekend seemed to draw some fresh springers into the lower Rogue, with perhaps the best fishing so far this season,” said Martin. “Catch rates are still poor, but many guides anchoring all day are averaging a fish or two. Wild springers still must be released through the end of the month.”

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