(Stockton) Largemouth bass are moving into the banks in preparation for spawning, but there are still large females holding in slightly deeper water. The chatterbait bite has been hot for experienced anglers, but fishermen will be transitioning to Senkos as … Continued
(Yuba City) The spring run of stripers has arrived on the lower Feather River from Yuba City to Verona. Don’t expect big fish yet; most of the stripers are schoolie males, but the larger females should arrive soon. “We’re … Continued
(Stockton) Largemouth bass action in the San Joaquin River remains outstanding as the water temperatures are above 60 degrees, bringing the fish into the shallows near the banks. The recent wind and rainstorms will bring out more muddy water, … Continued
“Okay, cast up into that area of broken water,” instructed Kirk Portocarrero, and I fired my bead and slinky rig up stream. The water was about 10 feet deep so it took a second or two for the rig … Continued
The Russian River in Sonoma and Mendocino Counties is one of the most legendary fishing streams in California. For over 100 years, the scenic river that courses its way through both vineyards and redwoods has drawn anglers from the Bay … Continued
By the numbers, trout are the West Coast’s most popular species of gamefish. In addition to their beauty, trout enjoy a broad distribution that few other West Coast gamefish can match. Trout are at home in pristine high country … Continued
When it comes time to set the hook with various baits and on various species of fish the approach is pretty simple and universally accepted. Working a topwater walking bait is a perfect example…You’ll see the bite before you feel … Continued
(Orangevale) At first glance the American River appears to most as a slow, lazy river that winds through the heart of Sacramento area. However, there are drownings each year, most of which occur during the spring and summer when the river sees the highest … Continued
Below is the comment letter I submitted this morning in support of the Winnemem Wintu’s McCloud River Salmon Restoration Plan. It was based on a template – and I urge anybody who supports the restoration of native winter run Chinook … Continued
“That is a ridiculous looking presentation,” I thought to myself. “What stupid fish would eat such an atrocious looking concoction?” In my hand I held a combination of a “Nightmare” (black wings with a red and white body) colored Spin … Continued