March 1/99
Air Temperature: These days, in the 5 degree C (42 degrees F.) range.
Water Temperature:5 Celsius (42 F.)
Water level: The river is in fine shape and can be crossed in most places, but iced over upstream from the Five-star hole southwest of Leitch Collieries.
Water clarity: Clear. About three feet visibility.

Bugs and activity: Feb. 27, landed a couple of 15-inch Rainbows on a #8 golden stonefly nymph imitation around 1 p.m. in the Leitch Collieries area. Lots of midges on top prompting some trout to rise. Whitefish aplenty. Can still expect action in deeper pools using bead-head nymph patterns . Stonefly nymph imitations, Bead-Head Prince down, and be on the lookout for midge hatches. Vehicles at most access points.