Want to catch an Idaho dinosaur?

Want to catch an Idaho dinosaur?

By Jordan Rodriguez

Source: the Idaho Statesman

2/7/2023

Credit: Jordan Rodriguez

Every time I catch a sturgeon, I am amazed by these majestic, prehistoric creatures. To have a thriving population of Snake River giants — which can outlive humans and grow to more than 10 feet long — swimming in our own backyard is incredible.

If you’ve never caught a sturgeon, it’s a one-of-a-kind fishing experience. I was reminded of this on a recent trip when my buddy Skyler, a lifelong Idaho angler, hooked into a sturgeon for the first time. “This,” he said, wide-eyed as a 7-foot sturgeon peeled 100 yards of line off his reel. “Is next-level stuff!” It totally is. And late winter is a great time to give it a try, using these simple steps:

Snake River

Sturgeon, White

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