Smelt-dipping a net gain for Cowlitz, Sandy anglers
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Smelt (fish) - Wikipedia
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ODFW 2012 News Release
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Sandy River swirls with biggest return of smelt in a decade
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Sandy River smelt dipping starts today; rare one-day season opens from bridge to Columbia
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Smelt lovers, feathered, furred and gaiter-wearing, go for a dip in Cowlitz River - The Columbian
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WDFW managers predict a whopping 2.9-million-plus Puget Sound pink salmon return that'll have anglers blushing this summer, while other salmon forecasts are a mix of good, bad and downright ugly
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Smelt Dip Netting Adventure on the Sandy River: Catch and Cook! Smelt in 2023
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Cowlitz river Smelt Dip! 2024 Washington Dip Net Fishing!
Sandy River swirls with biggest return of smelt in a decade
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How to dip for Cowlitz River smelt
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Smelt, Pan-fried Smelt Recipe, Whats Cooking America
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