I'll share this with ya all,,,, Look for the WARMEST water this time of year on the Willey. Keep in mind that when the tide is blowing in the colder water will be pushed into the bottom end on the channel, thus shutting down or pushing the fish up channel.
Also, the sturgeon's metabolism have slowed way down this time of year, so down size the baits and watch for much lighter taps (3/0-4/0 hooks and baits to match) no need for whole smelt,,,.