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We do not show amazon prices. Those prices change all the time and we’d need to update this page too much, and I’d rather be on the water. I will tell y’all that at the time I’m making this, prices on the tackle range from $5 to about $30 on some of the multi-packs. The reels and poles are obviously more. Wondering where to start? Right now my first rig I usually try when I hit the water is a pink or watermelon dodger and a Rocky Mountain Tackle Super Squid. Not sponsored by them, they just work.

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  • Kokanee Candy Recipe

    Kokanee Candy Recipe

    A recipe for sweet kokanee candy bites, a great meal, snack, or appetizer. This recipe also works with most other salmon and trout. This recipe is perfect for small “scrap” pieces that come off of your fillet, collars, or you can always slice up a fillet. What is Kokanee Candy? Kokanee candy is a sweet…

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    Kokanee Nutrition Facts: A Guide to the Landlocked Salmon’s Health Benefits

    Kokanee salmon might be smaller than their ocean-going cousins, but they pack a serious nutritional punch. These landlocked sockeye salmon are a favorite for lake to table enthusiasts, with their vibrant orange-red fillets and delicious taste. In this article, we’ll dive into detailed nutrition facts for kokanee salmon – from calories and protein to omega-3s,…

  • Boulder Mountain Kokanee; Blind Lake: Utah’s Hidden Salmon Gem

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    If you’ve ever dreamed of catching kokanee salmon in a remote, high-alpine setting with almost no one around, Blind Lake should be on your radar. Tucked deep in the Boulder Mountains of southern Utah, Blind Lake is one of the newest kokanee fisheries in the state — and one that few anglers even know exists….

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