Finally, the run has started. A few blank days searching for the early Sockeye, but not this year. They typically started to show in mid-June.

My favourite way to target them is by drifting a float, allowing the weight to tap along the river bottom with a 10-pound leader and a small BnR 8mm Bead.

Every angler will have their own technique. Using a float allows me to control where my casts land, adjust the speed of the drift, and change the location. Another benefit is that anglers can see my drift and avoid entanglement.

Using the Amundson center Pin TCPX3 center pin reel and their long float rod, Cast Mob 11 1/2 foot. Allows me great control in the cast and direct control of the drift, as most of the fishing line can be kept out of the moving water.

From experience, I have the most success with the smaller bead. I do keep a selection of 10mm just in case, but often it is the 8mm that brings in success.

I found that using a sliding float, which adjusts as the depth changes, to be an advantage. The higher the float sits in the water, the more the angler can see and control their drift.

This year, I will be attempting to use the twitching technique. Stay tuned for the future adventures of Fish On with Gil