Don Q's fishing report for week of June 5-11

Here is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This report is for the week of June 5-11.

Don't forget, Saturday, June 8, is Nevada’s Free Fishing Day where you can fish anywhere you want, and not need a Nevada fishing license, Nevada Trout Stamp or a Nevada Second Rod Stamp. Go here to learn more and what to expect fishing the Silver State.

ALMANOR LAKE, CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
Water conditions have dropped slightly, with clarity not being as great as it was last week, but is still good enough for fishing. Lots of good catches have been happening despite the fish eating earlier in the day. As the temperature rises expect a slight decrease in how many catches are made.  
Courtesy of Almanor Fishing Adventures.

BISHOP CREEK AREA, CALIF:
Rick and Patti Apted - Lake Sabrina Boat Landing (760-873-7425) (www.lakesabrinaboatlanding.com) reports:
Lake Sabrina:
Due to a planned power outage on June 7th, we will open at 11:00 am. Don’t forget to pick up your license before hitting the Lake. Watch out for the Deer – they are on the move!

Quite a wildlife weekend at the Lake – four deer upon the dam to get a look at the empty Lake - we also had a bear get into our outdoor freezer – his dinner – 12 hamburger buns, a loaf of wheat bread, four loaves of white and a bucket of butter. And don’t forget the bald eagle family appearing at the front of the Lake periodically!
Got a bit of water in the Lake over the week – it’s on the rise, but very, very slowly. Fishing is starting to get a bit tougher as the Lake is on the rise – a tad bit more lake to hide in!

Bait fishing (Power Bait, Salmon Eggs & Nightcrawlers) is still outdoing lure fishing (Red & Gold Thomas Buoyants, Super Dupers or Kastmasters). Lures are working in the morning and evenings, while bait fishing is performing better all around.

Four-wheeling to front of the back natural Lake is getting a more & more challenging – although we haven’t heard of anyone getting horribly stuck.
Sharon Hertan of Castaic lured out a nice 2-1/2 pound Alper using a Rapala F05TR Brown from the Lake this week.

Heard a lot of anglers are still catching and releasing numerous limits. Heard a rumble coming up the road and what did appear – a totally restored 1939 Indian motorcycle – don’t see too many of those anymore.

The Crabapple out front and the Red Delicious in back are both in bloom and soon the small trail from the Café to the launch ramp will smell delightful due to the Canadian While Lilac.

With everything starting to bloom, if you are prone to allergies – don’t forget whatever you use, cuz the pollens of Spring are definitely in the air!

If you’re coming to Bishop the week of June 11 to the 14th, you may want to make plans to attend some of the California High School State Rodeo finals at the Tri-County Fairgrounds. These are some of the most pleasant well-mannered kids you will ever have a chance to meet.

If you have a chance, please take the time to support them in their bid to go to Nationals in Wyoming in July.
Looks like the temps are on the upswing – highs are to be in the mid-70s and lows are expected to be in the mid-30s. And the rain dancers – thank you – slight chance of thunderboomers in the forecast for Tuesday thru Thursdays. Weekend temps are on the rise – in the lower 80s for the highs and upper 30s for the lows. You can check www.weather.gov and enter ASPENDELL, CA on the site and it will give you a fairly good hint at the weather or check in with Howard at www.MammothWeather.com.

The work on the new bridge has resumed – there’s a piling digger and lots of workers scurrying around the site – lots of activity in the area!  

Don’t forget the BUG JUICE -the skeeters are out and they are BIG – we’re hoping this cold weather will eradicate the big ones so we can get to the little ones and then none at all – Remember when using the bug juice and SANITIZER you need to really wash your hands before fishing - then rub some Salmon Egg juice, worm dirt or Anglers Bros Trout attractant to take that smell off. Also, remember your polarized dark glasses and sunscreen.
Lake Sabrina Boat Landing is serving Breakfast from 7:00am to 11:00am and Lunch until 4:00pm every day of the week.
Store hours are as follows:
           Sunday          7:00 to 6:00pm
           Monday         8:00 to 6:00pm
           Tuesday         8:00 to 6:00pm     
           Wednesday    8:00 to 6:00pm
           Thursday       8:00 to 6:00pm
           Friday           8:00 to 6:00pm
           Saturday       7:00 to 6:00pm

BISHOP CREEK AREA, CALIF:
Jared Smith - Parchers Resort (760-873-4177) (sierrasmitty@cebridge.net):
South Lake:
We had a beautifully quiet week in the canyon after the holiday weekend crowds subsided and fishing pressure on the lake was very light.
Anglers fishing near the inlet, at Boiler Cove, and in the cove closest to the boat ramp, all reported a steady bite on pan sized rainbows to 14" with an occasional Brookie or Brown mixed in.
Bait dunkers are still doing best on crawlers fished inflated off the bottom or 5 to 7ft under a bobber but the power baiters are managing to do pretty well too with green garlic or rainbow garlic being the best. 
Lure tossers slinging metal lures like Thomas Buoyants and Kastmasters are coming up short surprisingly enough but those fishing jigs, trout worms and swimbaits are still doing well, especially on the natural colors near the inlet.
The rainbows are still in spawning mode right now so anglers are encouraged to practice catch and release on lip-hooked whenever possible.
It's also going to be at least a few weeks before we start getting any fish put in the lake, another great reason to let the lake fish go and keep the fish from lakes & streams that are already getting supplemented by the DFW.
The South Lake Landing crew managed to get 6 boats down to the water and the landing will officially open for business with a limited fleet of motorboats and kayaks on Friday June 7th.
For the first few weeks we plan on only being open Friday, Saturday & Sunday from 7am until 5pm. We will be closed Monday through Thursday until we get additional boats in the water.
The lake level actually dropped about 2ft this week as SCE is giving Sabrina some much needed water now that the maintenance has been completed over there. A little disappointing for us but it is what it is.
Hopefully we'll see things stabilize shortly.
South Fork Bishop Creek:
SCE really opened up the flood gates on the South Fork this week making for some vastly different conditions than we've seen thus far this spring.
The smaller pocket water on the south fork is tough to fish right now but the slower moving areas by Willow Campground, Surveyor's Meadow and Table Mountain Campground are your best bet.
Crickets, salmon eggs and baby crawlers are all producing.
Best lure this week is the holographic Rainbow 1/8oz Panther Martin.
Weir Pond:
Mixed reports out of Weir Pond this week but those who did best were fishing single salmon eggs near the inlet. No fly reports this week.
Intake II:
No reports this week, the lake is definitely a few feet down from capacity.
North Lake:
No reports.
Trail Report:
The trail between Long Lake and Saddlerock still has a lot of snow and there is a bunch of snow at Bishop Pass.
One of our staffers was able to make it to the top of the pass but the trail was almost completely obscured by snow from Bishop Lake on up.
The trails to Treasure Lakes, Long Lake, Bull, Green, Brown, and Tyee are all open, trail traffic is light, the scenery is phenomenal. Hike on!

BLUE LAKES, HUMBOLDT COUNTY, NEV:
Closed until the second Saturday in June 2013.

BUCKS LAKE, CALIF:
Bryan Roccucci of Big Daddy's Guide Service (530-283-4103) (www.bigdaddyfishing.com) reports:
June 1, 2013
Just to round out the weekly tour of some of the best Trophy Trout fishing Northeastern California has to offer it was back to Bucks Lake for some more Trophy Mackinaw action.
I hit the water the day before to do a quick scout, and to confirm where the fish were, after all I wanted to get June started off on the right note.
It was a typical summer day on the lake, mostly flat conditions with a little light wind from time to time. This was probably the warmest day on the water so far this season.
I began working an area that had been holding fish and before I could get all of the details spelled out to the Kingham clan, a rod was going off!
5 minutes into the troll and we are hooked up. Following a nice fight on the light gear, I slid the net under a beautiful 10 pound class Mack.
We continued to work the open water in the middle of the lake for 7 more hook-ups and 5 more to the net including fish in the 10, 11, 14 and 16 pound classes as well and a 40 inch 21 pound slob that was involved in an altercation with Nate Kingham. What a day of fishing.


BOCA RESERVOIR, CALIF:
Mountain Hardware and Sports of Truckee (530-587-4844) (mountainhardwareandsports@gmail.com) reports:
Boca is holding steady at about 68 percent capacity and has been quiet on action.  Always a sleeper of a lake that no one wants to talk about.  
Best action by shore fisherman has been the dam and at the deeper troughs outside the inlet, especially with the high flows coming out of the LT.
Also, concentrate off points as large fish will be suspended here. 
Shore fisherman can be successful by throwing all sorts of bait and lures such as large spinners and small stick baits that will imitate kokanee, rainbows, or baitfish.

BRIDGEPORT RESERVOIR, CALIF:
Jim Reid of Ken’s Sporting Goods Store in Bridgeport (760- 932-7707)
www.kenssport.com reports:
June 02, 2013
Bridgeport has been excellent this past week, lots of trolling, bait fishing and fly fishing. Some anglers are reporting 40 and 50 fish days, lots of fish in the 1 to 2 pound range with some going as much as 5 pounds.
Power bait and crawlers have been good, trolling with needlefish and Rapalas, and the fly anglers are using leech patterns and midges like rojo midges, zebra midges and ice cream cones. 

CARSON RIVER, NEV:
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (www.ndow.org) reports:
Current flow is 508+ CFS.

CATNIP RESERVOIR, WASHOE COUNTY, NEV:
Closed until the second Saturday in June 2013.

CHETCO RIVER, ORE:
The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (800-720-ODWF) (www.dfw.state.or.us.com) reports:
Sunny conditions and lower flows are expected later in the week which might get the cutthroat on the bite.

CONVICT LAKE AND CONVICT CREEK, CALIF:
Convict Lake Resort (800-992-2260) (www.convictlake.com) reports:
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Caleb Peterson of Bear Valley Spring, CA did a great job by landing a 5 pound 8 ounce rainbow. 
Noah was using a green Power bait and was fishing at the Jetty.
To see more fish photos visit our 2013 Fishing Gallery.
Catch of the Week:
Dan Borunda of Lake Forest, CA with this week biggest fish, a 5 pound 9 ounce rainbow. 
Dan was using salmon Power bait and was fishing at the Inlet.
Other Notable catches this week:
 David Combs of San Diego, CA landed a 4 pound 7 ounce rainbow at the Inlet. John McCree of Vista, CA caught a 3 pound 3 ounce. John was using Power Worms and was fishing at the inlet. Kevin Endo of Valencia, CA landed a nice 2 pound 14 ounce rainbow. Kevin was using salmon Power bait and was fishing at the Inlet.
Tactics/Bait:
Inflated nightcrawlers, garlic and salmon Power Bait had the most success this week on the lake. Red/gold Thomas Bouyants, Power Worms and Power bait Mice Tails were also very productive.
The hottest spot this week was the Inlet. This is where the last two weeks largest fish has been caught.
The Jetty, South and North Shores have also been fishing well. Other locations to try are the Outlet, West Shore, Creek,  Handicap Pier and Hangman's Tree. 
Here is a list of other baits/lures that can be productive:
Trout Teasers, green or brown Marvel Fly Lures, Panther Martin, Needlefish, Thomas Bouyants, Green Wooly Booger and Lip RIpperz Hatchery Dust on Power bait.
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Weather: 
The past week started off with a few thunderstorms and some wind mid-week but the past few days have been pleasant. Temps are starting to increase as we head into summer. The forecast for the beginning of next week has the temperature getting up to the high-70s with sunny skies and light wind. Lows in the low-40s. Here is the National Weather Service link that is usually quite accurate: 7-Day Forecast Convict Lake. 
Stocking:
DFG stocked on the week of May 20th.

CROWLEY LAKE, CALIF:
Steve Osterman of Performance Guide Service (760-934-6101) (www.performanceanglers.com) reports:
Windy days lately on the lake. Fishing has been slow for fly rodders.
Sandy Point and Leighton Springs producing best.
Olive or gray Stevie's Wonder in 12-15 feet of water.

DAVIS LAKE, CALIF:
Don Rotsma of Fly Fish With Don (775-722-8418) (www.flyfishwithdon.comn) reports:
June 4th -
I have been fishing 5 or 6 days a week last couple of weeks and fishing has been all over the scale.
Damsel nymphs are just starting to get going right now and a lot of fish are keying on them. This is good because last year even when we had some good migrations at times, the fish just did not key on them like the past.
I have been seeing damsel nymphs swimming from south of Eagle point all the way up to Freeman Channel. Have seen more adults south of Camp Five, but with the warm temps last few days that is changing.
Still good blood midge hatches in the mornings in many places and many fish are on top at times. Good Callibaetis hatches in the afternoon and some of the weedier coves have fish actively taking the nymphs.
The water temps were around 62 degrees today and perfect for damsels getting on the move. The fish are very healthy and strong right now. Most are in the 16 to 20 inch range and will surprise you with how hard they pull.
Can't say the actions is always consistent, with some days being fast and furious and some days leave you with only a few fish and grabs scratching your head. Best strategies are using an intermediate or floating line with slow retrieves unless the wind is blowing, then cast into the wind or at least cross wind and be patient.
It is easy to get in the motion of faster retrieves so concentrate on slow 4 inch strips with pauses every few strips. Damsel patterns including Rickard's Stillwater nymph in darker colors seem best right now. Wiggle tails and wooly buggers with longer tails with work also, just keep them slow!
We usually start out with a damsel with a midge larvae trailer or dropper in the morning and move to 2 damsels or 1 damsel and another attractor around 11am. When you start to see fish feeding on damsels (you will know because it sounds like someone threw a bowling ball in the surface) cast at or ahead of the fish, straighten your line with a short strip and wait, the fish will usually find your bug or have gone by in a few seconds. Then fish out using a slow strip or hand twist retrieve.
If you are observant, you will be able to see "nervous water" where fish are swimming near but below the surface, treat them just like you would risers.
Davis fish feed into the wind, but your best strategy is to cast quartering or across wind. Remember, that damsels swim towards the shoreline, so if you
Only the Camp Five and Lightning Tree boat ramps are open and Lightning Tree is not for large boats. Get to ramp early or wait a little to avoid some of the crowds. Or you can just bring your lawn chair and watch the arguments, yelling and sometimes a fist fight at the ramp.
If you are launching, be ready and get your boat out of the way quickly.
There are lots of places to launch car top boats instead of boat ramps so save yourself some vocal abuse. Today, Monday!, I got to the boat ramp at 9:00am and it took 45 minutes to get my boat in!
PLEASE DONT CLEAN FISH AT THE BOAT RAMP!

DONNER LAKE, CALIF:
Mountain Hardware and Sports of Truckee (530-587-4844) (mountainhardwareandsports@gmail.com) reports: 
Donner is the first local lake to get a stocking of DFW trout according to the states website this week!  Get the kids out there or your buddy who has a difficult time catching fish and have a good time!  Remember to be a steward and keep just what you can eat!  No need to fill your freezer with multiple trips and leave some fish for the kids to catch!  
Power bait will be the primary bait one will be using along with small shiny lures such as 1/12 to 1/8 Kastmasters, Roostertails, or Panther Martins. Kokanee fishing has been good some days and off the next but fish remain on the small side. Look for the area between Loch Leven and China Cove for the Kokes.
Carolina rigging a Floating Rapala with a large slip sinker and a 12 inch leader was working wonders for one angler who caught both Macks and a couple of browns. 
Catching minnows can be deadly this time of year for the Macks as they are within casting distance.
Also, for those trolling for Macks action has been good.  Trolling the usual suspects that will imitate small Kokes and Rainbows will be the top producers. Early morning off the boat launch one can troll some larger imitations of rainbows because some big Macks always come in to feed on these stockers.  

EAGLE VALLEY RESERVOIR, LINCOLN COUNTY, NEV:
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (www.ndow.org) reports:
Anglers continue to find good fishing for rainbow trout.
The fish are taking Power Bait, nightcrawlers and spinners.

ECHO CANYON RESERVOIR, LINCOLN COUNTY, NEV:
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (www.ndow.org) reports:
Bass and crappie have been biting on a variety of lures and jigs while rainbow trout have been taking Power Bait, worms and spinners. Mini marshmallows combined with a nightcrawler also can be effective.

FALL RIVER, CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
The majority of reports coming out say that the water has been great and the fishing even better! Fishermen are getting lots of catches throughout the day with fly fishing, nymphs and streamers. It is recommended fishing the swing with Poly Leaders for fast sinking.
Courtesy of The Fly Shop.

FEATHER RIVER, CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
Plenty of shads are here all the way from Shanghai Falls and down, with some still being caught at Shanghai Falls. 
Courtesy of Johnsons Bait & Tackle.

FRENCHMAN RESERVOIR, CALIF:
Don Rotsma of Fly Fish With Don (775-722-8418) (www.flyfishwithdon.comn) reports:
June 4 - Fishing reports were excellent this last few days! Damsels, midges, and callibaetis all active. Try the same strategies as Davis. Fishing has been best along west side of the lake. Don't get discouraged by the wind, it improves fishing most of the time.

FRENCHMAN RESERVOIR, CALIF:
Wiggin’s Trading Post at Chilcoot (530-993-4683) reports:
Frenchman Lake is seeing lots of activity lately - especially on the weekends. Seems everyone is anxious to go fishing!
Justin Dursa and Matt Chaffin caught 4 rainbows and a catfish while fishing Snallygaster and Turkey Point. Their trout measured 19 inches in length and weighed 1 ½ pounds each.
Trollers are getting good results using nightcrawlers and flashers trolling across from the Frenchman boat launch.
Call us for the latest updates - Wiggin’s Trading Post (530) 993-4683.

FRENCHMAN RESERVOIR, CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
Lots of good reports coming out of the lake right now, with trollers getting excellent catches using nightcrawlers and flashers.
There has been a lot of activity, however, especially on the weekend so keep that in mind when planning your trip. 
Courtesy of The Wiggins Trading Post.

HAT CREEK, CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
Same as last week, it is the time for Salmon flies! Most of the big fish are located just below Highway 299, but go ahead and use those dry flies around logs and cut banks too for probable catches. There is also a PMD hatch sometime around 11:00 AM to help bring Rainbows to the surface, and Green Drake dry fly patterns seem to be doing great!  
Courtesy of The Fly Shop.

HOBART RESERVOIR, WASHOE COUNTY, NEV:
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (www.ndow.org) reports:
Opened May 1. Fishing has been great in the morning and evening at Hobart. The weed line continues to fish well. Try ant patterns and water boatman patterns near the weed line. Some great dry fly action has started try stimulator and Royal Wulfs. Copper Johns and prince nymphs are recommended as well.
Only artificial lures and single barbless hooks for this water.
The limit on Hobart is five fish only one over 14 inches.

HOT CREEK, CALIF:
Steve Osterman of Performance Guide Service (760-934-6101) (www.performanceanglers.com) reports:
Water flow is  27 CFS. Fishing is good. Not much surface action.
Best results with nymphs. Buckskin nymphs, caddis pupa and small pheasant tails.

HUMBOLT COUNTY WATERS, NEV:
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (www.ndow.org) reports:
Bilk Creek Reservoir:
Bilk Creek Reservoir is still good for trout fishermen until weed growth interferes as water temperatures increase.
Bass fishing around those same weed beds will remain good throughout the summer. As things heat up, morning and evening fishing is recommended.
Humboldt County Small Streams:
Sonoma, Water Canyon, Star, Cottonwood, Dutch John and Martin Creeks along with the North Fork of the Little Humboldt River will have all been stocked with trout by the first week of June.
Chimney Reservoir:
Chimney Reservoir makes the fishing report for the first time in a long time!
Anglers are catching 14 inch wipers. Fishing is best in morning and evening hours (when the wind isn’t blowing).

JACKSON MEADOWS RESERVOIR, CALIF:
Mountain Hardware and Sports of Truckee (530-587-4844) (mountainhardwareandsports@gmail.com) reports:
You can know get into Jackson Meadows and reports that are coming out is that the lake is full and the fishing is great! 
Anglers here are doing great throwing power bait and small lures such as 1/8 oz Kastmasters, Panther Martins and Roostertails. 
For the trolling crowd the action has been the Northwest corner of the lake where the creek flows in.  Other areas have been off drop offs into deeper water.  Needlefish, Dick Nites, Kastmasters, and Sierra Spinners tipped with a Nightcrawler always works well.

JIGGS / ZUNINO RESERVOIR, ELKO COUNTY, NEV:
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (www.ndow.org) reports:
Unfortunately, Jiggs has dried up.

JUNE LAKE LOOP, CALIF:
Steve Osterman of Performance Guide Service (760-934-6101) ( HYPERLINK "http://www.performanceanglers.com" www.performanceanglers.com) reports:
Silver Lake still seems to be the best for float tube fly rodders fishing black or purple woolly buggers on full sink lines doing well. 

KIRMAN LAKE, CALIF:
Jim Reid of Ken’s Sporting Goods Store in Bridgeport (760- 932-7707) (www.kenssport.com) reports:
June 02, 2013
Kirman has been producing some really nice fish this past week, both on streamers and on scud patterns.
The brookies have been running up to around 18 inches and we've seen cutts up to 25".
Seal buggers, mini leeches, stillwater nymphs, soft hackles, ap emergers, orange scud and flashback scud have all been working well.

KLAMATH RIVER, CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
Similar reports as last week with there only being a few bigger steelhead roaming about with the majority of fish being smaller rainbows and baby steelhead. Salmon fly hatches haven’t happened yet. They should be happening any day now. With river conditions as great as they are it’s the best time to go on a rafting trip or taking a kayak out on the river. 
Courtesy of The Fly Shop.  

LAHONTAN RESERVOIR, NEV:
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (www.ndow.org) reports:
The only changes to Lahontan is water level and temperatures. 
Anglers continue to report good bass fishing. Try using bass plugs near the banks where there is structure such as rocky areas and brush. Bass are off the spawn so work the areas near the drop offs.
Walleye fishing has slowed down but beach areas are still producing some results. Best methods for walleye have been worms trolled in a worm harness behind flashers and live minnows.

LAUGHTON, CLARK COUNTY, NEV:
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (www.ndow.org) reports:
Colorado River:
The striper bait is slow but rainbow trout are providing anglers with good action. A pair of anglers recently checked in with bows pushing past the four-pound threshold. Trout are biting in the Davis Camp area, along Casino Row and near Rotary Park.

LEWISTON LAKE, CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
A good fish to be fishing as there are plenty of Rainbows, some well over 20”, cruising in the water. Reports indicate that lots of catches have been made using #20 midges and leech patterns.
Overall a fun experience to be had at Lewiston. 
Courtesy of The Fly Shop.

MAMMOTH LAKES BASIN, CALIF:
Steve Osterman of Performance Guide Service (760-934-6101) (ww.performanceanglers.com) reports:
George Lake - Mary Lake – Mamie Lake – Twin Lakes:
Water is beginning to warm up  and fishing is improving.
Twin Lakes has been best for fly rodders. Try Doc's Twin Lakes Special in black or olive on a sink tip line.

MARLETTE LAKE, CARSON CITY & WASHOE COUNTIES, NEV:
Closed until July 15, 2013.

MASON VALLEY WMA, NEV:
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (www.ndow.org) reports:
Bass fishing continues to be good. Anglers have been using crank baits and soft baits. Same techniques continue to produce. For best results try drop shots and Texas Rig.
Fly anglers for trout have reported success using midge patterns , copper johns and zug bugs.

LAKE MEAD, CLARK COUNTY, NEV:
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (www.ndow.org) reports:
Small stripers are providing anglers with good fishing but larger fish have been tough to find. Cut baits and swimbaits have proven successful in Government Wash, Crawdad Cove and 33 Hole.
The catfish bite has been good in the Vegas Wash area and near Stewarts Point, also using cut baits.

LAKE MOHAVE, CLARK COUNTY, NEV:
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (www.ndow.org) reports:
Fishing near Willow Beach has been good between mile marker 49 and 52.
Anglers have caught several stripers weighing between the five- and 10-pound mark in recent days, and a few that topped 20 pounds.
AC plugs have been the lure of choice.
Further south catfish action has picked up along with the water temperatures. The fish aren’t too picky. Hotdog slices, chicken livers or cut anchovies has them biting

OREGON PACIFIC OCEAN AND BEACHES, ORE:
The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (800-720-ODWF) (www.dfw.state.or.us.com) reports:
The recreational Dungeness crabbing is open in the ocean.
Fishing for bottom fish including rockfish, and lingcod is now closed outside of the 30 fathom curve until Sept. 30.
The marine fish daily bag limit is seven fish and a separate daily limit for lingcod (two).
Retention of cabezon is not allowed until July 1 due to a small harvest cap.
Fishing for ling cod has been very good for anglers when the ocean has been calm. Anglers are also having good success catching limits of black rockfish in the Coos Bay/Bandon area.
Recreational chinook salmon fishing is open in the ocean from Cape Falcon to Humbug Mt. from March 15 through April 30.
All chinook caught in the ocean must be 24 inches or longer.
Anglers are catching a few surf perch along the beaches from Bandon to Coos Bay. Sand shrimp or sand worms are always great baits to use for surf perch fishing. 
Fishing is usually best on the incoming tide.
The next All-depth halibut fishing days are May 30-June 1. The Nearshore halibut season began on May 2 but is open only on Thursdays through Saturdays each week until the quota is met (23,038 lbs) or Oct. 31. 

ORVILLE LAKE, CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
Action remains steady at Lake Oroville for bass at around 30 feet using jigs, shaky head, dart head and drop shot worms.  
Courtesy of My Outdoor Buddy.

OWENS RIVER, CALIF:
Steve Osterman of Performance Guide Service (760-934-6101) (www.performanceanglers.com) reports:
Upper Owens River:
Current flow is 114 CFS. The whole  river is now open.
Special regulations still in effect. upstream of the Benton Crossing Bridge.
Try egg patterns, San Juan worms ,Prince nymphs and copper John's.
Lower Owens River:
Water flow is currently 307 CFS. Try the Upper Owens.

PAHRANAGAT WILDLIFE REFUGE, LINCOLN COUNTY, NEV:
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (www.ndow.org) reports:
Anglers are finding some success at the upper marsh for panfish and catfish.
Mealworms or nightcrawlers below a bobber will catch fish.

PINE FOREST COMPLEX, HUMBOLDT COUNTY, NEV:
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (www.ndow.org) reports:
Opens the Second Saturday in June
First the good news on these fisheries:
Road conditions are good and access will not be a problem as it can often be during the opening weeks of the season.
Onion Valley Reservoir:
The dry winter has left this irrigation reservoir with only a half pool. Trout have been stocked (about 5,000) and fishing should be good from the opener until early July. This reservoir allows the use of bait.
Blue Lakes:
Blue Lakes is located only a couple of miles above Onion Valley Reservoir but is only accessible by a hiking trail.
It offer opportunity for both bait and fly anglers.
It is 75 percent full this year and should provide good angling throughout the summer. It is stocked each fall with fingerling trout from a helicopter.
Knott Creek Reservoir:
Knott Creek is literally one of the best reservoir trout fishing experiences in the western United States.
It is at 75 percent capacity as the summer season begins.
It is an artificial fly and lures only fishery and can produce some “monster” trout. Anglers in float tubes and small boats seem to have the best results.
Small flies (mostly nymphs) produce fish that can approach 26 inches in length and eight pounds in weight.
The limit is one trout that must be at least 18 inches in length.
The best advice is to fish very early in the morning (before the sun hits the water) or in the evening time when the sun goes down but there is still enough light to fish.
Fishing is best in the opening weeks and through early July when increasing water temperatures and aquatic growth become factors.
The fishing in late September and October can be “epic” at times.
There is no predicting the comings and goings of those epic times.
Camping space is limited.

PIT RIVER, CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
Fishing has been great this week! The edge of the rocks seems to be the best spot to fish. Split Shot is the best fly to use right now on the Pit.
Make sure to bring a wading staff for personal safety. 
Courtesy of The Fly Shop

PROSSER RESERVOIR, CALIF:
Mountain Hardware and Sports of Truckee (530-587-4844) (mountainhardwareandsports@gmail.com) reports:
From the dam down to the section where the two inlets meet fishing has been pretty good.  Nice trout in the 14 to 18 inch range and now Smallies have been caught on Kastmasters in 1/4 oz to 1/8 oz in Perch, Watermelon, Brook trout, and Gold early and late while Firetiger, Chrome/Blue, and Chrome have produced better during the mid day hours.  Look for similar colors in Roostertails, Panther Martins, and Thomas Bouyants. 
For those who have more patience than me throwing nightcrawlers, Power bait, or Salmon eggs will certainly be a sure bet when the schools come by. 
Trollers should concentrate along drop offs by the shoreline and through the Prosser Creek arm with needlefish, Dick Nites, and Sierra Spinner (there just not for Kokes!) tipped with a nightcrawler

RYE PATCH RESERVOIR, PERSHING COUNTY, NEV:
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (www.ndow.org) reports:
Fish now at Rye Patch. The reservoir will be drawn down very low during the irrigation season and that will concentrate the fish. 14-16 inch wipers on spoons and minnows.
Some nice walleyes are being caught by anglers trolling night crawlers.
Earlier fishing reports that encouraged anglers to fish the area around the dam are still valid. Anglers are using chartreuse colored swivel baits before the heat of the day sets in and taking fish in the three to four pound range.
Anglers below the dam are using similar lures to catch walleyes and wipers.

SACRAMENTO RIVER (LOWER), CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
Reports are mixed at the moment, with some fishermen getting good catches and others not so great catches. The Rainbows are currently unsettled at the moment but with more great hatches on the horizon expect catches to become better. Not to forget the great weather  which would make any fishing excursion much more relaxing. 
Courtesy of The Fly Shop.

SACRAMENTO RIVER (UPPER), CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
Morning fishing has still had the best results, especially up in the Dunsmuir area. Expect the bites to die off around mid-day.
Using Mercer's Golden Stone Flush Floater in the late day can sometimes produce fair to good catches.
The morning hours seem to be producing the most bites for most anglers.  
Courtesy of The Fly Shop

SACRAMENTO RIVER (LOWER), CALIF:
Kirk and Lisa Portocarrero at outdooradventures@sacriverguide.com and www.sacriverguide.com (1-800-670-4448) report:
As of June 1, 2013, water flow is currently 13,000  CFS. 
Spin fishing for Trout and Steelhead on the Sacramento River has been excellent. Our average days are 25 to 40 hook ups. We have been using roe clusters with 4 pound test, on light action rods.
Some days we have been back trolling small Flatfish and Hot shots.
These fishing trips are taken by jet boats, and can hold up to 6 people comfortably. Lots of action. Great for the kids, families, and larger groups.

SACRAMENTO RIVER (LOWER), CALIF:
Kirk and Lisa Portocarrero at outdooradventures@sacriverguide.com and www.sacriverguide.com (1-800-670-4448) report:
Fly fishing:
As of   June 1, 2013, water flow is currently 12,500  CFS.
Lower Sacramento River fly fishing report, fly fishing has been excellent! Redding - Mid day, caddis hatch is epic. RED HOT fishing right now. 
Fishing for rainbows  is wide open. Double hook ups common now. Nice size Rainbows, 16 to 22 inches average, occasional 25 inch. 
Using Prince nymphs, Iron Sallies, Pheasant Tails, Poxyback PMD's, Black Rubber Legs and Green Gidgets.
Boat traffic is heavier from Posse Grounds to Anderson River Park.  Anderson River to Jellys Ferry has been great also, with less boat traffic, but smaller fish.
Our average days have been 25 to 40 hook ups a day. 
Call or email us today. We offer daily guided fishing trips, 7 days a week.  
Daily drifting Redding, California and Anderson, California.
Groups and Clubs welcome, we can accommodate ANY size group.

SACRAMENTO RIVER, CALIF:
Kirk and Lisa Portocarrero at outdooradventures@sacriverguide.com and www.sacriverguide.com (1-800-670-4448) report:
Striped Bass fishing:
May 29, 2013-  Striped bass fishing in the Sacramento River Colusa area is fair to good . Every day has been different, getting a little tougher this week, with temperature changes and over cast weather.
A great fighting fish, using spinning gear and live bait. 

SAN JOAQUIN/RED’S MEADOW, CALIF:
Steve Osterman of Performance Guide Service (760-934-6101) (www.performanceanglers.com) reports:
Road opened Sat. the 25th.
The San Joaquin River is slowing and fishing is improving.

SHASTA LAKE, CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
Fishing is good on Shasta Lake. Around Bridge Bay and the Dam have been the best spots! Anglers have reported catching surfacing rainbows in the mornings. Wiggle Hoochies and Hummdingers around 60 to 80 ft. are producing some Salmon bites.
Courtesy of Sacriver Guide.           

SHASTA LAKE, CALIF:
Kirk and Lisa Portocarrero at outdooradventures@sacriverguide.com and www.sacriverguide.com (1-800-670-4448) report:
June 1, 2013
Northern California fishing Lake Shasta.  We offer daily guided fishing on 
Lake Shasta. Lake Shasta fishing has been great! Limits! 
Catching salmon and trout now,  Rainbow trout  on the surface and salmon 
60- 80  feet deep.
The Dry Creek area, using Cripp Lures and Wiggle Hoochies.  
Lake Shasta is place to be for lots of action and great trout fishing & salmon fishing. Bass fishing continues to be great!

SPOONER LAKE, DOUGLAS CLOUNTY, NEV:
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (www.ndow.org) reports:
Anglers have reported good fishing with power bait eggs with garlic scent.
The weed bed continues to be a problem around Spooner Lake. If anglers do find an opening they should have some success. A water craft such as a float tube or kayak is the key to unlocking this lake’s hold on fishing.
Fly anglers continue to have had luck using black, brown, and green Wooly Buggers. For fly anglers, a floating line this time of year is all you need. Later in the year anglers will need to transition to an intermediate line for deeper presentation.

STAMPEDE RESERVOIR, CALIF:
Mountain Hardware and Sports of Truckee (530-587-4844) (mountainhardwareandsports@gmail.com) reports:
Mack fishing has slowed a touch here but that doesn't mean that you won't hang one. Fish under or around schools of Kokes if you're targeting Macks.  
Word is from Keith Zenker that the Koke bite is great and that you'll be fishing 40 to 60 feet down for them and that the larger ones are being taken by bumping the bottom in about 60 feet of water.  20 to 40 fish days for the Kokes are here for some!  See Mr Z at our store or give him a call to find out the latest news.  He's got us stocked with some great Kokanee gear!  
For the shore fisherman spoons, large Spinners, and stick baits will work and of course if you're throwing bait nothing beats an inflated nightcrawler drenched in your favorite scent. 
Action here has been better for the boater, but recent reports have indicated that shore fishing has picked up. 
Reports over the past few weeks have some nice Smallies being caught from the shore! 

LAKE TAHOE:
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (www.ndow.org) reports:
The temperatures have changed at Tahoe and the fish have transitioned to deeper water. Anglers have been concentrating their efforts anywhere from 100 to 200 feet.
Top lining has slowed down considerably but some action near tributaries. While top lining, try using minnow plugs and spoons and make sure to change up often. The fish can be very selective this time of year.
Mackinaw fishing white dodgers trailing minnows is a effective method.

TOPAZ LAKE:
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (www.ndow.org) reports:
Fishing continues to be slow.
Topaz boating activity will increase in the next couple of weeks and the fishing will slow down as a result. This will be the last weekend for good fishing from a boat without a lot of disturbance.
Boat anglers should try using Rapalas and night crawlers behind dodgers.
Shore fishermen should try Power Bait, Power Eggs, salmon eggs, and nightcrawlers.

TRINITY LAKE, CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
No current fishing report, however good news: March through June are the favorite months for experienced bass anglers there. The lake has good populations of both largemouth and smallmouth bass. It also holds the California record for small mouth bass! A dredger piles at the head of the lake, as well as other structures found in the coves and points throughout the lake provide excellent bass fishing for most of the year. Spring always provides the hottest action, as both species move into the shoreline to spawn. Courtesy of Fish Trinity Lake.

TRINITY RIVER, CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
There are some adult steelhead on the Trinity. Nothing like it is in the fall, but they are there! Anglers report catching steelhead and some brown trout. Wading conditions are tough with 1,200 CFS. It is best to use a drift boat or a raft or better yet hire a guide!
Courtesy of The Fly Shop.

TRINITY RIVER, CALIF:
Kirk and Lisa Portocarrero at outdooradventures@sacriverguide.com and www.sacriverguide.com (1-800-670-4448) report:
June 1, 2013 Fishing report
Currently, Water is at 1,490 CFS. Trinity River will slowly decreasing to 450 CFS by June 24th, 2013.
Trinity River Salmon fishing and steelhead fishing  will start June 25th for us, as the water should be at the perfect level to float. 
Salmon fishing on the Trinity River will be for Kings daily, with a double bag, possession limit. Methods of fishing will be bouncing roe and 
pulling plugs. Last year, at the end of June, there were lots of salmon present. The months of June and July, produce bright, chrome King salmon.
Lots of steelhead are also picked up during the month of July.
Please give us a call to reserve your day on the water. 
REMEMBER: book early, Record numbers of salmon will be in the system this year.

TRUCKEE RIVER, WASHOE COUNTY, NEV:
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (www.ndow.org) reports:
The Truckee's current flow in Reno is + 541 CDS.
Stream flow is on the decrease.
The Truckee was last stocked on 5/21/13 with 4,428 rainbow trout.
Fishing will continue be difficult in the next couple of weeks and wading across or near the river will be hazardous.
Fly fisherman try large hares ears in natural or olive on top of a pheasant tail. Little yellow stones and Golden stones are very active right now. Don’t underestimate the effectiveness of streamers this time of year. Try sculpin and crayfish patterns for best streamer patterns.
For traditional anglers this time of year floating salmon eggs, Power Bait and imitating bait fish work well.
Fly anglers should concentrate on nymph fishing and streamers.

TRUCKEE RIVER, BIG:
Mountain Hardware and Sports of Truckee (530-587-4844) (mountainhardwareandsports@gmail.com) reports:
California:
With some of the recent rain showers flows have come up a bit through the canyon down to state line. Water clarity will be off for maybe a day and the flow should drop also. The long term outlook for flows is of course determined when the gates at Tahoe will be opened for the tubing and rafting season. Those who say that has no influence when water is released from Tahoe City know better. Conserving water at a controlled flow throughout the season would be green but it's the green that bumps the water.  
If this wind would subside there would be more surface activity but we'll just have to wait for that.
Still some sporadic March Brown activity along with small light colored caddis, BWO's and some fat PMD's. Ants will return once the outside temps get back into the 70's again and with what the forecast is saying that should be by the weekend. Floating one of these tasty morsels over an area that is seeing a lot of ant activity can bring on a splashy rise that will get your pulse up! The majority of fish caught will be by nymphing though.  Even though water temps are on the rise one should note that sometimes it's necessary to have good repeated drifts! 
Nymphing will consist of large primary flies such as Pat's Rubberlegs, Buggers, large Copper Johns(reds!), Prince Nymphs, and Stonefly imitations trailed behind 16-18 inches with Caddis, Green Drake, BWO and General nymphs such as Copper Johns, Pheasant Tails, Hares Ears, and Birds Nests in sizes 14-18.  Gilligan and a few others have spotted adult Green Drakes but numbers have been limited to say the least.  Don't overlook streamers as some nice fish are still being taken this way and with water temps inching towards the high 40's fish are more apt to chase your offerings.  Sculpin imitations have been the best.  Soft hackle imitations in BWO, Caddis and PMD patterns work well when fish are feeding just under the surface. 
Nevada:
If the California side of the Truckee is getting you flustered maybe a trip to the Nevada side will turn your luck around.  
Caution!  If you do fish the Truckee in Nevada please be aware that New Zealand Mudsnails have been found in sections of water there so please clean your shoes and gear accordingly to avoid aquatic hitch hikers! 
Try the Mogul area, Downtown (not for the faint of heart), or further east past Sparks as one should find some willing participants to grab your offerings. There has been some changes in the river on the Nevada side as there have been fewer BWO hatches and more Caddis and PMD's popping now.  Study the water and turn rocks and see what is going on, also seine for what is in the drift. Little things like this and slowing your approach to the river’s edge will greatly increase your chances of being successful. 
Again, make sure your box is stocked with every conceivable stage of bugs that are present now!  (x) = drawer number.

TRUCKEE RIVER, LITTLE, CALIF:
Mountain Hardware and Sports of Truckee (530-587-4844) (mountainhardwareandsports@gmail.com) reports:
Fishing through the Perazzo Meadows for Brookies has been good and some nice Rainbows being caught below Weber Falls.  Won't last long as these fish get taken out as this section is under general regs!

TWIN LAKES, CALIF:
Judy Allen at Annett's Mono Village (760- 932-7071) ( HYPERLINK "http://www.monovillage.com" www.monovillage.com) reports:
Upper Twin Lake:
Power bait of all colors and scents worked well this past week, as well as nightcrawlers.
Bill Parrott from Fullerton landed a 3 lb. 12 oz. brown using a Yo-Zuri lure.
Debbi Donnis from Kingman, AZ caught her 3 lb. 12 oz. rainbow using a Gulp nightcrawler.
Brett Haagsma from Norwalk brought in a 3 lb. 5 oz. rainbow using nightcrawlers.
John Ferry traveled from Conroe, TX to ketch a 3 lb. rainbow with Garlic Power bait.
Lots of full stringers were brought in from both shore fishing and boaters.
 DFG planted 1000 lbs on May 22nd.
Thirty (30) plus were in the 2-3 lb range.
Water has warmed to 54 degrees.

TWIN LAKES, CALIF:
Jim Reid of Ken’s Sporting Goods Store in Bridgeport (760- 932-7707) (www.kenssport.com) reports:
June 02, 2013
The Twins have been a little hit and miss this past week, though there has been some nice fish in the 5 and 6 pound class being caught.
Bait fishing from shore has been good, fly fishing from tubes has been good and they're getting into some fish trolling as well.
Power bait and crawlers for the bait anglers, matukas, buggers and leech patterns for the fly anglers and for the trollers go with Rapalas and needlefish. 

VIRGINIA LAKES, CALIF:
Jim Reid of Ken’s Sporting Goods Store in Bridgeport (760- 932-7707) (www.kenssport.com) reports:
The Virginias have been fishing excellent this week, lots of nice fish up to 6.5 pounds have been caught. Bait fishing with power bait and crawlers has been good both from shore or tubes. Fly fishing from tubes with buggers, goat leeches, matukas and seal buggers has been good as well.  

VIRGINIA LAKES, CALIF:
John and Carolyn Webb of the Virginia Lakes Resort (760-647-6484) (vir@qnet.com) report:
Hi Don,
One guy from Carson City caught a nice one.
Here's my report:
Mother Nature just can’t seem to shake the blues bringing more wind, rain and light snow to the Eastern Sierra high country. The moisture was 
gratefully received with white peaks and increased flows all over.
Fishing has been fair to good most of the week depending on what day you fished. Overall the fishing held through the 31st with some slowing that day through the weekend and glad to know that DFW will be stocking on Monday due the pressure of the last week.
Bait for the week:
Power bait and gulp worms provided a lot of action during the week.
Lures taking fish were mainly rainbow colored Kastmasters, Rebel sinkers, jigs, Hot Shots red/gold and gold Kastmasters.
Flies were on the slow side with short tailed streams, some small black midges and a few caddis were hovering near the willows.
Emergers like an X-Caddis, soft hackles would have been my choice or even a Griffith’s gnat for today.
Big fish for the week: 
Gary Standifir of Carson City, 3lb 3oz Alpers on power bait May 26 – Big Virginia (BV)
Alex Sandivar of West Covina, 3lb 4oz Alpers on Kastmaster May 25 – BV
Steve Sheba of LA, 4lb 5oz Alpers on a jig May 26 – Little Virginia (LV)
Jeff Hill of Chino Hills 4lb 6oz Alpers on Garlic power bait May 28– LV
Ted Rensel of Temecula, 3lb 5oz Alpers on nightcrawlers May 31 – LV
Chris Jones of San Jose, 3lb 7oz on a worm May 31 – LV
Doug Sullivan of Saratoga 4lb 10oz Alpers on Gulp Worms May 31 - LV 
Johnny Kardashian of Glendora 4lb 14oz on a worm May 31 – BV
Backcountry:
Action was fair at Blue Lake as the water is still very cold.
Reports say that two guys hiked in their tubes into Cooney Lake to see 
what and how big the fish were, but did not report back about the action.
Trails:
Are clearing daily but there is some snow just below the pass, but as the temps rise it should be gone shortly.
The bugs will continually hatch as the water and air temps rise.

WALKER LAKE, MINERAL COUNTY, NEV:
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (www.ndow.org) reports:
No new updates. No Lahontan cutthroat have been reported or seen at Walker Lakes since 2009.
Launching is not possible right now.

WALKER RIVER, EAST, NEV:
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (www.ndow.org) reports:
East Walker Flow is currently at 110 CFS.
Fish the edges hard this time of year, fish tend to concentrate on the edges to gobble up stone fly hatches and bait fish.
Fly anglers have been using emerging caddis and may fly patterns but small midge patterns have been very effective in the slack water.
Current brown trout study is going on and researchers are requesting information on tagged fish including color (to determine if wild or hatchery) and location where fish was caught.

WALKER RIVER, EAST, CALIF:
Jim Reid of Ken’s Sporting Goods Store in Bridgeport (760- 932-7707) ( HYPERLINK "http://www.kenssport.com" www.kenssport.com) reports:
East Walker River:
June 02, 2013 
The river is running at 68 CFS today and has had a couple flow changes this past week. The fishing has been pretty good though I wouldn't say easy. We've had some really great reports with other anglers struggling a bit.
The best reports have been from anglers fishing with nymphs, both small midges and caddis nymphs. There's some pretty good caddis hatches in the evenings and there's been some decent dry fly fishing after the sun goes down. Some patterns to try include mercury midges, rainbow warriors, silver streaks, wd-40's, flashback emergers, LaFontaine's emerger, Fox's poopah, buckskin caddis, san juan worm. 
Sceirine Ranch:
June 02, 2013 
The ranch has also been fishing pretty well. Not too much dry action but there has been some good streamer action. Patterns to fish on the ranch include san juan worm, Fox's poopah, swimming caddis, dark lord, pheasant tail, zuddler, moal leech, dead drift crawfish, mercury midge, top secret midge, birds nest. 
Hunewill Pond:
June 02, 2013
The pond is still fishing excellent, some days they're liking dries, some days small midges and some days streamers.
Lots of nice fish with some running well over 20 inches.
Successful patterns include seal buggers, mini leeches, goat leeches, stillwater nymphs, para adams, ext body mayflies, elk hair caddis, ice cream cone, rojo midge, zebra midge and black beauty.  

WALKER RIVER, EAST, CALIF:
Steve Osterman of Performance Guide Service (760-934-6101) (www.performanceanglers.com) reports:
Water flow has been up and down and is currently 68 CFS.
Fishing is  tougher with the lower water flow.
Midge patterns, baetis emergers and pheasant tails.

WALKER RIVER, WEST, CALIF:
Jim Reid of Ken’s Sporting Goods Store in Bridgeport (760- 932-7707) (www.kenssport.com) reports:
June 02, 2013
The West has been running a bit high this past week with the warmer weather and the last of the snow melting.
I'd expect the flows to start coming down any day and when that happens the fishing will start getting better and better.
Spinners, eggs and crawlers in the soft pockets where the water is a little slower should produce some fish and when the water slows down the dry fly fishing should get good.

WILLOW BEACH, CLARK COUNTY, NEV:
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (www.ndow.org) reports:
Anglers are finding good action for large stripers. The fish are biting A.C. Plugs and other trout-imitating swimbaits. Three fish weighing in at 16.16 pounds, 17 pounds and 27.76 pounds came in during the past week. Rainbow trout continue to hit small spinners and other traditional trout baits following the weekly plants on Fridays.

WHISKEYTOWN LAKE, CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
No real changes, conditions are still improving.
Expect more reports as the summer months continue.

— Don Quilici is the Outdoor editor for Carson Now and www.SouthTahoeNow.com. He can be reached at donquilici@hotmail.com