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THE THOMPSON River mountains covered in clouds. (John Dowd/Clark Fork Valley Press)
September 25, 2019
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September 25, 2019 12:45 p.m.
Kokanee are running
One of the most highly anticipated fishing ventures for anglers in Northwest Montana is the run of the kokanee. This is the time of the year when the waters of a few streams and rivers turn red with the flashing of piscine tails and bodies.