“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
Hundreds of people, including commercial fishermen, charter boat skippers and recreational anglers, packed a large room at the Sonoma County Water Agency offices in Santa Rosa on Wednesday, March 2, to hear the discouraging news from state and federal scientists … 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
The population of Delta smelt, an indicator species that demonstrates the health of the Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta, has declined to a new record low population level, according to the spring 2016 surveys conducted by the California Department of Fish … Continued
As Delta smelt and other fish species reach record low population levels and fishermen and fisherwomen brace for salmon restrictions this season, the Metropolitan Water District (MWD) of Southern California authorized the purchase of four islands in the San Francisco … Continued
Hundreds of people, including commercial fishermen, charter boat skippers and recreational anglers, packed a large room at the Sonoma County Water Agency offices in Santa Rosa on Wednesday, March 2, to hear the discouraging news from state and federal scientists … Continued
Black bass fishing is picking up with the warming water and air temperatures at Clear Lake. “So, who says Clear Lake is always cold in the winter – I have,” quipped Larry Hemphill, fishing guide. “Not yesterday though! What a … Continued
(Brannan Island) Excitement is running high in the West Delta. The sturgeon bite has been fair to good, depending on the day and the spring striper run is just getting started. Captain David Hammond of Delta Pro Fishing has … Continued
Amador (Ione) Rainbow trout fishing continues to be “pretty good,” with plants of 1200 pounds taking place every other week. The plants will ramp up in the spring. The fish are going down deeper, up to 15 feet with … Continued