Don Q's fishing report for week of June 26 to July 2

Here is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. Be sure to pack your sunscreen and plenty of cool beverages. Temperatures will heat up in the valleys near the century mark and 90 degrees or better in the Sierra.

ALMANOR LAKE, CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
Water conditions nearly perfect and the weather has been great.
There is a lot of boat traffic on the weekends so the best time for fishing is midweek, but no matter what there are going to be lots of Browns, Bass, Salmons, and Catfish out in the water, ready to be caught.
Trolling seems to be the best option for getting hook-ups right now.  
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:
Don’t forget to pick up your license before hitting the Lake.Watch out for the Deer – they are on the move!
A HUGE Thank you to all those that sent in their comments regarding the yellow-legged frog – the comments submitted for both proposal increased from 25 on Tuesday, June 18th to 577 on Sunday, June 23rd.
YOU ALL ARE THE BEST – Thank you for the support!

For those that missed the email regarding the yellow-legged frog: The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) is proposing to list the Sierra Nevada yellow-legged frog and the northern distinct population segment of the mountain yellow-legged frog as endangered and the Yosemite toad as threatened under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). 

The Service is also proposing to designate critical habitat for these three amphibian species in California. 
Primary threats to the various species identified include habitat destruction, recreation (including trout stocking), dams and reservoir diversion, livestock use (grazing), packstock use, roads, timber harvest, fire management activities, disease, climate change, and pollution. 

With overlapping areas, the total proposed critical habitat for the three amphibians is 1,831,820 acres.
 In Inyo County areas proposed for habitat designation include Rock Creek Lake, Mt. Tom, the Bishop Creek drainage (including South Lake), Coyote Flat, the Big Pine Creek drainage, and Onion Valley (out of Independence). Additional critical habitat is proposed adjacent to Inyo County over the crest of the Sierra Nevada and in Mono County. 

The critical habitat designations have the potential to devastate the County’s economy and restrict access to important recreation areas. 

The listing of the species will add additional permitting burdens, and may further restrict access to public lands.
Please go here - under "ADDITIONAL INFORMATION" you'll find "SUBMITTAL OF COMMENTS" - and submit your comments under both proposals.
Your comments need to be made prior to June 24, 2013 at 9:00pm, but if it’s after the deadline – try and make them anyway!

Had a bit of wildlife at the Lake again on Friday evening, the blond bear was caught in the act – stealing fish guts from the gut can! While he was doing that, we were running around making sure the trash cans were empty and all the bread in the outdoor freezer was safe. He proceeded to dumpster and was not a happy camper when he found it shut tight – he snorted at us a few times and wandered off in the direction of Camp Sabrina. So if you’re camping in the area – practice the safe bear rules!

Can’t quite figure out the catching at the Lake this week – it was great for some and not so great for others – if you were on the fish – it was on and if not, well . . . it sure was a GREAT day at the Lake.
Those that caught fish were using Power Bait and Nightcrawlers.

Trolling leadcore at about 3-5 colors and a needlefish lure was catching fish left and right. We wish we could tell you catching was still awesome, but it is what it is and it is going to be a whole lot cooler at the lake this weekend than where you are and maybe the catching will have picked up by then – ya never know and maybe it’s that BIG moon affecting everything!

We did get another DFW stocking on Wednesday – they also put in another batch of tagged trophy-sized fish.
The 10th annual TMAFI (Table Mountain Annual Fishing Invitational) took place Saturday at the Lake – Bryson Barnes (age 7) secured this year’s trophy vest. Way to go! Edward McCollum of Rovana nabbed a 3-1/2 lbs. using a Gold Thomas Buoyant. Marvin Inouye and Dona Mitoma of La Canada both caught their biggest fish EVER (and on the same day – how cool is that!) up at North Lake! Marvin landed a 4-3/4 pounder on a NightCrawler, while Dona bested him by ¼ pound with her 5 pounder caught on a Thomas Buoyant lure. Dave Sr and Dave Jr Peters from Irvine sent in a picture of their catch all caught trolling either Nightcrawlers, Rapalas or a #10 green fly a couple of weeks ago.

Boy, is it going to get HOT up here starting Wednesday – and in the mid-80’s by Friday and thru the weekend – so we all think you should spend the weekend at the COOL Lake, but before the weekend, NOAA (the National Weather Service) is actually calling for a chance of snow Monday at the 12,000ft level, but after that we start heating up.

We’re hoping for about 5 feet over the crest — so start dancing y’all — we really are hoping, but it is very doubtful.
You can check NOAA’s website at www.weather.gov and enter ASPENDELL, CA on the site and it will give you a fairly good hint at the weather up at the Lake or check in with Howard at www.MammothWeather.com.
Also, check out NOAA’s Facebook page - US National Weather Service Las Vegas Nevada – the Lake was pictured in one of their posting!

BISHOP CREEK AREA, CALIF:
Jared Smith - Parchers Resort (760-873-4177) (sierrasmitty@cebridge.net):
South Lake:
Pretty much the same story as last week, the lake is still low, and fishing is decent for most, great for a few, and poor for some.
Boaters are still having the best luck with bait with salmon eggs & rainbow garlic power bait producing best. Still not much love for the trollers or the lure tossers but they are picking off a few here and there.
Best fishing was at the Rock Slide, Boiler Cove and the Inlet this week.
No trolling reports this week.
The lake level actually dropped a bit this week, much to our surprise and disappointment - great weather, big runoff month, no rise - bummer.
Stay tuned for updates as we hope to meet with SCE next week to get a clearer picture of when the water will rise and how far.
Private boaters are out of luck in 2013.
Canoers and Kayakers welcome - just be prepared to carry your boat down and avoid parking on the launch ramp as South Lake Landing still needs access to the ramp for boat operations.
South Lake Landing will continue to operate on a limited schedule, open Friday, Saturday & Sundays from 7am to 5pm for a few more weeks.
Folks wishing to rent a boat Monday through Thursday should check in at the Parchers Resort office anytime after 8am.
Weekday boat rentals are available weather permitting.
South Fork Bishop Creek:
Another week of happy campers fishing the creeks with the major creek crossings, campgrounds, and turnouts being stocked heavily by the DFW with fish to 2lbs. Most of the fish caught were in the 10 to 12" range and easily fooled with salmon eggs, worms, jigs and spinner.
Weir Pond:
Nothing but good reports from the Weir this week with the top fish going 3lbs caught on  worm. The fly guys and gals are doing well on dries in the mornings and evenings
Intake II:
Stocked by DFW but no first hand fish reports from our guests this week.
North Lake:
Exceptional week at North Lake with most anglers reporting limit style fishing and we have confirmed reports of at least 5 trophy Rainbows from 2.5 to 4.5lbs coming out this week. Chunky Cheese Power bait, Rainbow Garlic PB and worms were working best for the bait dunkers.
Trail Report:
Rainbow Pack Outfitters cleared the last stretch of snow on the pass making it 100% open. The first JMT & PCT thru-hikers are starting to show up in force. All of the popular day-hike trailheads are snow free and wide open for hikers. A quick reminder that overnight parking for the Bishop Pass trailhead is in the designated spaces at the upper lot at South Lake or anywhere along the road below Parchers Resort. All open parking between Parchers and the trailhead is designated as day use only.

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 flows starting to drop out of the LT. 
If you pinch your barbs and fish lures only one can work the Little Truckee River that flows into Boca but be cognizant that you may be fishing besides flyfisherman.  Please be courteous to each other's space. 
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 23, 2013
Bridgeport is still fishing excellent, it seems to have slowed just a bit with some weather that's moving in but overall it's still great.
Bait fishing with power eggs, crawlers and power bait has been good and the trolling is holding its own with small rapalas, thomas bouyants, needlefish and blades/crawlers.
Most of the fish seem to be running from 1 pound to 2.5 pounds though we have seen several over 5 pounds the past couple days.  

CONVICT LAKE AND CONVICT CREEK, CALIF:
Convict Lake Resort (800-992-2260) (www.convictlake.com) reports:
Hello Convict Lake fishing report followers!
Yesterday was the summer solstice and the official first day of summer.
It's time to take advantage of the long daylight hours and the prime fishing.
Stop by the general store to get up-to-date information on what is working out on the lake and at the creek.
Catch of the Week: 
Teresa Murphy of Fernley, NV did a great job by landing a 3 pound 3 ounce and a 2 pound 9 ounce rainbow.  The 3 pound  rainbow was the biggest fish this week brought into the store for a picture. Jamie was using rainbow Power bait and was fishing at the North Shore. 
Other Notable catches this week:
Jeffy Briscoe of Santa Clarita, CA caught a nice 1 pound 7 ounce rainbow. Jeffy was using salmon peach Power bait at Windy Point.
Alex Melendez of Walnut, CA ended a good at the lake with a 3 pound stringer. Alex was using Power bait and was fishing at the Inlet.
Tactics/Bait:
You can never go wrong with inflated nightcrawlers. Set up your rod with about a 3 foot leader (2-3 lb) and try to fish adjacent to the shelf.  
The most successful Power bait colors were rainbow and salmon peach.
Red/gold Thomas Bouyants, Power Worms and Power bait Mice Tails were also very productive.
The Inlet and the North Shore were the hot spots this week.
The creek has also been fishing well and was stock this week.
Other locations to try are the South Shore, Jetty, 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.
Other Resources: 
View our Convict Lake Fishing Map and Fishing Rig Suggestion brochures.
Both brochures are available in the General Store. 
Derby News: 
The Ambush at the Lake Fishing Derby will be starting on Monday, September 2nd for a chance to win $6,000 in Resort Prizes!
Also mark your calendars for the Morrison's Cash Bonus Weekend on November 1-3. $2000 in cash prizes.
Sunrise - Sunset: 
Sunrise this week 5:35 am - 5:37 am and Sunset 8:21 pm - 8:22 pm.
Stocking:
DFG stocked the lake on June 17th and the creek on June 19th.  

CROWLEY LAKE, CALIF:
Steve Osterman of Performance Guide Service (760-934-6101) (www.performanceanglers.com) reports:
Some good reports from Hilton Bay from fly rodders fishing midges under an indicator in10-12 feet of water.
Stevie's Wonder gray or copper zebra midge patterns

CROWLEY LAKE, CALIF:
Kent Rianda of The Trout Fly and Troutfitter (760-934-2517) (www.thetroutfitter.com) reports:
Water conditions:
Water temp: 55 to 62 on the bottom. Algae has run its course and it is back to pretty much clear water everywhere.
Daphnia reported a few places - look for suspended fish.
WARNING-
The lake is much lower than previous years.
Watch out for Pelican Point which sticks out way into the lake.
Look for white buoys and pass to the east.
Fishing conditions:
Good to Excellent. Good mix of fish from 8" to 20+ at Big Hilton, Leighton Springs and off North end of Six Bays. Watch out for daphnia and move if you see all the fish up in the water column.

DAVIS LAKE, CALIF:
Don Rotsma of Fly Fish With Don (775-722-8418) (www.flyfishwithdon.comn) reports:
Thursday June 20th- Damsels are still active in many areas. Last few days the weather has been much cooler, but we have still been able to find fish working on damsel nymphs and have had some remarkable sight fishing.
There are lots of anglers on the lake last few days and Jenkins Point looked like a Walmart parking lot today.
I'm sure there were more anglers in the bay than fish today.
Warming temps this weekend should keep things going strong.
Caddis, midges, callibaetis, and damsels are all present in numbers.
In the early am, many fish are working the "scum" lines from the previous evening and taking midge stillborns and cripples strongly.
Best thing, is that they will take a damsel also if you get your bug in front of them and move it slowly.
Damsels have been migrating later last few days because of cool temps, but they are still moving.
Wind does have some effect on the fish and things can shut down for a while if it comes up quickly. Using very slow intermediate or floating lines is still the best stategy. Use unweighted patterns in darker shades and even black patterns have been very productive.
There are some very big fish moving in the shallows and they are strong.
Some of the fish are starting to show some markings.
Please remember to revive the fish thoroughly after landing them, the water is warm and they need lots of oxygen.
You can easily use 4x tippet and land most fish quickly.
Leave the fish in the water as much as possible, pinch the barbs and use a good net whenever possible. It has been a few years since the fish responded to damsels like this, so let's keep the population healthy. Have fun out there.
We have spent a lot of time this spring scoping coves and points for fish and it is remarkable how many anglers are fishing spots that are almost void of fish. Be flexible and move around trying different spots if you are not productive where you are fishing.
Fish still responding best to very slow retrieves casting sideways to the wind and keeping in touch with your line and bug. Use the right bug, find the right depth and retrieve and pay attention, you will be rewarded.

DAVIS LAKE, CALIF:
Jim and Jeanne of the J & J Grizzly Store (530-832-0270) (www.grizzlystore.portola-ca.com) report:
Lake Level is 77 percent full. Water temp is about 62 degrees.
Fishing has been good.  It will probably be a bit slow on Monday and Tuesday this week with the weather and full moon.
Fly Fishing –we have confirmed Hexagenia Mayflies on the lake. 
Check out Jon’s Blog.
Fly fishing has been best on the West and North West side of the lake. 
Bank has been doing well at Mallard, Fairview and Eagle Point.
Trolling above the big island. 
No reports below the big island toward the dam. 
Usual lures, Dick Nite Copper Red Head, Red Dot Frog, Metallic Perch and Fire Tiger patterns.

DAVIS LAKE, CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
While activity on the lake has been busy, and most fish have gone lower due to increased surface temperature, but fishing has still been great!
Lots of caddis and midge hatches along with lots of damsels migrating through the area, so the possibility of getting a hook-up is high. It is advised to use slow retrieves right now for the best chance of catching a fish.  
Courtesy of Fly Fish with Don.  

DONNER LAKE, CALIF:
Mountain Hardware and Sports of Truckee (530-587-4844) (mountainhardwareandsports@gmail.com) reports: 
Donner is starting to slow down after its stocking almost 2 weeks ago, but if you find the fish you will be rewarded.  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 picked up here and one will be targeting 50 to 65 feet of water now between the area of Loch Leven and China Cove. 
Pink, Orange and Chartruese have been the best color choices. 
A large brown measured at about 30 inches was caught over the weekend. 
The angler who caught it was trolling at a depth of 30 feet. 
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.

FALL RIVER, CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
It is hatch time on Fall River! A Hex and PMD hatch occurs in the early morning so use some nymphs and dry flies to get some hook-ups. Near the end of the day is when the Caddis and Callibaetis hatch. Simply put, there are plenty of opportunities for some great catches right now!  
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:
Wiggin’s Trading Post at Chilcoot (530-993-4683) reports:
06/24/13
Fishing at Frenchman Lake has been going well for most this past week.
We did have some rainy weather come in on Sunday afternoon which caused many to leave the lake early.
Phillip caught two 12 inch German Browns in the creek while camping at Chilcoot Campground. He was using worms. He also caught two 14 inch rainbows at the lake using power bait.
John L. caught his limit using power bait and salmon eggs on Tuesday, June 18th at Lunker Point.
Fly fishermen are having success using olive green caddis flies.
Trolling between Frenchman’s and Crystal continues to be good.
Try using an Arnie’s Troll with a worm.
Remember! Free Fishing Day in California is July 6th.
Call us for updates - Wiggin’s Trading Post (530) 993-4683.

FRENCHMAN RESERVOIR, CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
Another great week for this particular lake, as reports indicate lots of good bank fishing close to the dam and plenty of Trout to be found near Turkey Point and Big Cove. The fishermen who caught their limit said they used a combination of nightcrawlers and trolling. 
Courtesy of The Wiggins Trading Post.

HAT CREEK, CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
Right now is the time for Golden Stone, Caddis, Callibaetis and PMDs creating an ideal time for dry fly fishing. Conditions have been great all day, but reports indicate some great activity sometime around sunset.
If you want a good chance for a hook-up use #6-8 leeches. 
Courtesy of The Fly Shop.

HOT CREEK, CALIF:
Steve Osterman of Performance Guide Service (760-934-6101) (www.performanceanglers.com) reports:
Water flow is 17 CFS. Fishing is good. Some Tricos in the am, BWO's around mid day. Best results with nymphs.  Buckskin nymphs, caddis pupa and small pheasant tails.

HOT CREEK, CALIF:
Kent Rianda of The Trout Fly and Troutfitter (760-934-2517) ( HYPERLINK "http://www.thetroutfitter.com" www.thetroutfitter.com) reports:
Water conditions:
Super clear. Flows at 21 CFS as of 6/19.
Fishing conditions:
Good! Depending on the weather it can be good. when the gale force winds start picking up, keep in mind the terrestrial patterns. Lots of fish food gets blown into the streams, even if you can't see em!
Think unorthodox, for instance, drowning an ant...

JACKSON MEADOWS RESERVOIR, CALIF:
Mountain Hardware and Sports of Truckee (530-587-4844) (mountainhardwareandsports@gmail.com) reports:
You can now 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.

JUNE LAKE LOOP, CALIF:
Steve Osterman of Performance Guide Service (760-934-6101) (www.performanceanglers.com) reports:
Grant - Gull - June - Silver Lakes and Rush Creek:
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.
Rush Creek flow is 135.
Royal coachmen, elk hair caddis, prince nymphs and copper Johns. 


KIRMAN LAKE, CALIF:
Jim Reid of Ken’s Sporting Goods Store in Bridgeport (760- 932-7707) (www.kenssport.com) reports:
June 23, 2013
Kirman has still been fishing well also. Lots of nice cutts in the 18 to 25 inch range and brookies in the 15 to 18 inch range have been the norm.
Small leech patterns like mini leeches, goat leeches, seal buggers and stillwater nymphs have been doing well, scud patterns like a flashback scud or a gray and olive scud have also been doing well.
You really need to pack a tube up there this time of year if you want to have the best chance at being successful, it's a little tough to fish from the shore this time of year. 

KLAMATH RIVER, CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
With the Springer Rune going on right now, and plenty of large King Salmon in the water, now is a great time to go fishing. Water conditions are ideal and flows are low, so wading is a viable choice right now.
Salmon Fly and Golden Stone dries are a great choice right now and so are #16 Pheasant Tails. 
Courtesy of The Fly Shop.

LEWISTON LAKE, CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
There are lots of Rainbows cruising in the lake right now, eating lots of midges and carpenter ants caught in the water.
It is recommended to use Woolly Buggers on a slow, sinking line in order to get the most possible hook-ups. 
Courtesy of The Fly Shop.

MAMMOTH LAKES BASIN, CALIF:
Steve Osterman of Performance Guide Service (760-934-6101) ( HYPERLINK "http://www.performanceanglers.com" www.performanceanglers.com) reports:
George Lake - Mary Lake – Mamie Lake – Twin Lakes:
Middle Twin Lakes is the best bet for fly rodders.
Doc's Twin Lake Special black or brown.

MAMMOTH LAKES BASIN, CALIF:
Kent Rianda of The Trout Fly and Troutfitter (760-934-2517) (www.thetroutfitter.com) reports:
George Lake - Mary Lake – Mamie Lake – Twin Lakes:
Water conditions:
Clear and full.
Fishing conditions:
Awesome!!! Lot of hatchery fish got put in so dry fly fishing is great!! Especially around the shore line.
Early morning and late evening are the best times.
Pull streamers during mid day.

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

MARTIS LAKE, CALIF:
Mountain Hardware and Sports of Truckee (530-587-4844) (mountainhardwareandsports@gmail.com) reports:
Fishing has been good here but one must remember that this is a barbless artificial catch and release fishery only! 
A great place for someone who wants to learn how to flyfish or for kids who just want to catch some fish on lures.

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 108 CFS. The whole  river is now open.
Special regulations still in effect. upstream of the Benton Crossing Bridge.
Fishing is improving.
Try egg patterns, San Juan worms ,Prince nymphs and copper John's.
Lower Owens River:
Water flow is currently 280 CFS.  Fishing is good.
Nymphing is the best  bet. Try WD-40'S, pheasant tails and hares ears.



OWENS RIVER, CALIF:
Kent Rianda of The Trout Fly and Troutfitter (760-934-2517) (www.thetroutfitter.com) reports:
Upper Owens River:
Water conditions:
107 CFS as of 6/19.
Fishing conditions:
Depending on the weather, early morning and evenings are the best times.
Lower Owens River:
Water conditions:
Good. Flows are at 300 CFS as of 6/19....rumor has it the flows might stay at this level all summer.
Fishing conditions:
Nothing really has changed except for the temps.
Hot!! make sure to have plenty of sunscreen
Owens River Gorge:
Water conditions:
Great. Flow: Water has finally dropped to 45 CFS.
Fishing conditions:
Flows finally dropped bring it back down to the norm. Mornings and evening are the best times. Lot of dry fly fishing.
Since summer is upon us make sure to watch ur step for those long, fanged creatures. Take plenty of bug spray.
Pleasant Valley Reservoir:
Water conditions:
Water level is high!
Fishing conditions: Water is high due to activity by DWP. Since the lake is high most of the fish have moved into the stream section of the lake.
Rock Creek:
Water conditions:
46 CFS as of 6/12. Crystal Clear!!
Fishing conditions:
Dries are good on the stream section.
Great streamer fishing on the lake. Make sure to use some type of sinking line, about 20ft down.
FYI-Mosquito flat/Little Lakes Valley fishing great!!
Good area for short day fishing hikes.
Rush Creek:
Water conditions:
Good. 115 CFS as of 6/19 in between Silver Lake and Grant Lake.
84 CFS as of 6/19 below Grant Lake and Hwy 395.
Fishing conditions:
Fair to good. Since the flows went up the water is a little off color. make sure to use bright and shiny nymphs. Once again, dry fly fishing will be better in the wild trout section near the highway. General reg. section (between silver lake and grant lake) is fishing well. A lot more water in this section so nymphing and dead drifting streamers is recommended.
FYI-DFG plant heavily in this section so a lot of conventional fishermen will be at this section.

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 alongside the numerous hatches happening right now.
Make sure to bring a wading staff for personal safety as the flows have been quite fast at the moment. 
Courtesy of The Fly Shop.

PROSSER LAKE, 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 fair at best.
Trout in the 14 to 18 inch range 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. 
This lake will be continue to fish worse as the season progresses because it's level continues drop to the 40 percent capacity mark and will not see the halfway mark this summer. 
Smallmouth fishing will be better this summer than trout fishing here as the water temps will be higher than most of the other regional lakes. 
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.

SACRAMENTO RIVER (LOWER), CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
Not much has changed from last week as flows are still fairly high right now so it is tough going on the lower Sacramento, but despite the water conditions being less-than-stellar it is still a fun area for fishing right now!
As the season goes on expect even better conditions and more Rainbows and Browns. A lot of fishermen have been reporting that #6 Pat’s Rubber Legs has been doing very well the past month. 
Courtesy of The Fly Shop.

SACRAMENTO RIVER (UPPER), CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
With great water conditions and Golden Stones coming off, now is a fantastic time for fishing on the upper Sacramento. While fishing is great all day, there is a second Caddis hatch sometime around sunset, making it an ideal time to make some hook-ups. Most of the big fish are currently in the lower portion of the river, so it is recommended to use Dark Stones and Rubber Legs when using nymphs.  
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 18, 2013, water flow is currently 13,500 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 24, 2013, water flow is currently 13,500  CFS.
Lower Sacramento River fly fishing report, fly fishing is good. 
Early morning and late afternoons best.
Huge Rainbows caught 
yesterday. Excellent trout fishing! 16 to 25 inches.
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.
Call or email us today. We offer daily guided fishing trips, 7 days a week.  Drift  boats or Jet boats available. 
We cater to all methods of fishing.
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:

SAN JOAQUIN/RED’S MEADOW, CALIF:
Steve Osterman of Performance Guide Service (760-934-6101) ( HYPERLINK "http://www.performanceanglers.com" www.performanceanglers.com) reports:
The San Joaquin River is slowing and fishing is improving.
Most attractor dry fly's such as stimulators are very effective right now.

SAN JOAQUIN RIVER, CALIF:
Kent Rianda of The Trout Fly and Troutfitter (760-934-2517) ( HYPERLINK "http://www.thetroutfitter.com" www.thetroutfitter.com) reports:
Water conditions:
147 CFS as of 6/19.
Flows are dropping rapidly.
Fishing Conditions:
Gate is open. Shuttles will not run till mid June. Water is super clear even with the flows dropping. depending on time of the day, dry fly fishing is off the hook!!!("off the hook"-slang term for fish'n great!!)

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 25, 2013  Northern California fishing Lake Shasta. 
We offer daily guided fishing on Lake Shasta.
Lake Shasta fishing has been great! 
Catching salmon and trout now,  Rainbow trout  on the surface and salmon, 80  feet deep. The Dry Creek area, using Cripp Lures and Wiggle Hoochies. 
Seeing smaller fish now, really working for the bigger fish.
Lake Shasta is place to be for lots of action and great trout fishing & salmon fishing. Bass fishing continues to be great!

STAMPEDE RESERVOIR, CALIF:
Mountain Hardware and Sports of Truckee (530-587-4844) (mountainhardwareandsports@gmail.com) reports:
Doing well after its first stock of fish last week! 
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 now if your targeting the Macks. Word is from Keith Zenker that the Koke bite is great and that you'll be fishing 40 to 65 feet down for them and that the larger ones are being taken by bumping the bottom in about 60 to 70 feet of water. 
Pink, Chartruese, and Orange in hoochies and squids have been go to's.  Spinners will also work in these colors so don't dismay if these lures are your go to's.  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 with the upcoming stock of trout this week it should pick up considerably. 

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:
Fishing has been good on the Trinity right now, with a relatively high flow and little to no adult steelhead. There are, however, plenty of Rainbows, Browns, and juvenile steelhead ready to be caught!
Using dry flies is a good choice right now, especially a Adams #14-16. 
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 25, 2013 Fishing report
Currently, Water is at 700 CFS.
Trinity River will slowly decreasing to 450 CFS by June 24th, 2013.
Trinity River Salmon fishing and steelhead fishing  has started.
There are a few fish being caught, we will see number increase as the 
weeks go on. Methods of fishing will be bouncing roe and pulling plugs.
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.
Book early, Record numbers of salmon will be in the system this year. 
 Trinity River fishing is conveniently located 40 minutes West of Redding, CA  fishing from the town of Weaverville, California.

TRUCKEE RIVER, BIG:
Mountain Hardware and Sports of Truckee (530-587-4844) (mountainhardwareandsports@gmail.com) reports:
California:
Flows have come up a bit through town but with water being drawn off the top of Tahoe water temps have risen. 
Caddis hatches have stabilized now on the Big T. 
Unlike Mayflies, one should skate or dance there Caddis dries a bit as Caddisflies are fast emergers.  With the windy conditions over the past week or so it seems surface action has been minimal.  Other hatches include PMD's in the late mornings, Little Yellow Stones, PED's and the occasional Green Drake emergence in the evenings with the Caddis.  Rolling big Stoneflies during the day with imitations of Mayfly crawlers and Caddis Pupa behind them can be effective. 
Look to fish the pocketwater and riffles more now and utilize your high sticking technique.  The flying Carpenter ants have gone for the time being but there is a lot of ant activity along the river's edge so don't discount the use of these patterns.  Crashing 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!  To have success on our rivers one should note that 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, large Caddis pupa and Stonefly imitations trailed behind 16-18 inches with Caddis, PMD, PED, Midge 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.  Fish this pattern more down toward State line where flows are bigger.  Also, streamer fishing is a good option now.  Sculpin imitations have been the best.  Streamer fishing will be best in the wee hours of morning now or into dusk.  Soft hackle imitations of Caddis and Mayfly's 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! 
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 decent 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) (www.monovillage.com) reports:
Upper Twin Lake:
Fishing has never been better. Almost everyone is catching their limit.  Several Power baits, numerous lures and nightcrawlers are doing the job.  
Average weight coming in is between 2 1/2 - 3 pounds.
350 pounds of Alpers were planted on June 18th. 
Dept. of  Fish and Game planted 800 pounds on June 19th.
Come join us for our annual July 4th Derby. 
Dates are June 29th through July 7th.
Water temp. is at 54 degrees.

TWIN LAKES, CALIF:
Jim Reid of Ken’s Sporting Goods Store in Bridgeport (760- 932-7707) ( HYPERLINK "http://www.kenssport.com" www.kenssport.com) reports:
June 23, 2013
The Twins have been fishing well this past week, lots of 1 to 2 pounders with a pretty good showing of fish from 2 to 4 pounds as well. Good baits include power bait, power eggs and crawlers, for lures try thomas bouyants, kastmasters and rapalas, and for trolling 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:
June 23, 2013
The Virginias are still fishing excellent, shore fishing or tubing.
Lots of fish being caught from .5 pound to 5 pounds. Bait anglers are using power bait, power eggs and crawlers, lure anglers are using Kastmasters, Hot Shots and Panther Martins and the fly anglers are using damsel nymphs, mini leeches, soft hackles, seal buggers and stillwater nymphs.   

VIRGINIA LAKES, CALIF:
John and Carolyn Webb of the Virginia Lakes Resort (760-647-6484) ( HYPERLINK "mailto:vir@qnet.com" vir@qnet.com) report:
Mother Nature why didn’t someone find a better name for the natural occurrence of weather. She had given us wind to drop the temps and mornings have been between 28 to 38 degrees, and afternoons hitting the low 60’s.  Still fairly cool but nice during “high sun”. 
Still a lot of Alpers in the 3-4 pound range seeing surface up to 7 pounds. 
Lake had a good chop making dry flies a good evening choice, and then leveled off a bit on Friday, and the lake was a bit flat on Saturday, but the weather was incredible.
Bait for the week: 
Nightcrawlers still holding the number one spot with garlic power bait and mouse-tails either orange/white or pink/white, lemon twist, garlic green, rainbow glitter with Salmon Peach in the number one spot for power bait. 
Trout were also hitting salmon eggs, and hoppers if you can find them.
 Lures working:
Were mainly Red/Gold Thomas Buoyant, small gold Kastmasters, Hot Shots red/gold panther martins, and z-rays in frog pattern.
Fly for the week:
Were wooly buggers, Black elk-hair caddis, Mosquitoes #14-16, PMD #18-20, Olive Matuka (VL Special), caddis Emergers, Rickard’s AP emerger, and hare’s ear. 
Fishing slowed up most of today (6.22.2013) but trollers did well with the VL specials, nothing big but loads of action.
Big fish for the week:
Brandon Shimizu of Monterey Park, 4 lb 4 oz Alper on power bait June 16, Little Virginia (LV)
Alan Carlson of Lemon Grove, 4 lb 5 oz Alper, inflated crawler June 16, LV
Robert Carlson of La Mesa, 2 lb 4 oz Alper on a mouse-tail June 17, LV
Robert Vasquez of La Verne, 3 lb 7oz Alper on a mouse-tail June 17, LV
Ron Tomeck of Fontana, 4 lb 5 oz Alper on Lemon Twist June 18, Big Virginia (BV)
Don Dankbar of Olivehurst, 7 lb 1 oz Alper on a speckled Kastmaster June 18, LV
Brian Nelson of Bakersfield, 4 lb Alper on a Woolly Bugger, June 20, LV
Darryl Mitani of new Castle, 4 lb 4 oz Alper on power bait, June 20, LV
Backcountry:
Action has been GREAT with lots of trout taking small mosquitoes and Griffith Gnats black ants, foam bodied ants, and green body mosquitoes from Blue Lake up through the Frogs. 
Moat did well the last 2 days after the wind died down, but Red Lake has also been doing well late afternoon on Grey Hackle Yellow’s as always.
Trail is clear to the pass, at last.  The bugs are fairly light even after the wind, so if you forgot to get stock in “Deet” it’s ok.  They seem to be looking elsewhere for blood.  But there is the occasional “driller” hiding in the bushes so beware.

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, CALIF:
Jim Reid of Ken’s Sporting Goods Store in Bridgeport (760- 932-7707) (www.kenssport.com) reports:
East Walker River:
June 23, 2013 
The flows on the East are down to 76 CFS right now, the river is still fishing pretty well. There's lots of nymphing going on, haven't heard much about streamers and the dry fly action is a little hit and miss depending on the weather and how the fish are feeling.
It's fairly likely that the dry action will pick up with the lower flows.
Small midge patterns and caddis nymphs near the bottom has been the mainstay on the river this past week.
Patterns to try include: Fox's poopah, LaFontaines deep sparkle pupa, 3 wire caddis, buckskin caddis, bead head caddis, zebra midge, flashback emerger, mercury midge, wd-40, san juan worm, top secret midge, micro mayfly and mercers midgeling.
The Nevada side of the EW has been fishing ok as well, but not quite as good as the Sceirine or the Cali side.  
Sceirine Ranch:
June 23, 2013 
We had a few clients on the ranch this week that had a great time, as on the Cali side of the river the nymphing was the best with the same types of patterns as listed above. Lots of nice fish in the 16 to 20 inch range were being caught as well. 
Hunewill Pond:
June 23, 2013
The pond is still fishing well, floating lines pulling streamers or damsel nymphs has been the best bet out there. Mini leeches, dainty damsel, stillwater nymph, seal buggers with a soft hackle or AP emerger dropper has been the best thing going. There's also been some fish being caught with small midge patterns under an indicator, go with a rojo midge, zebra midge or a glass bead zebra for this. 

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 76 CFS.
Fishing is  tougher with the drop in 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) ( HYPERLINK "http://www.kenssport.com" www.kenssport.com) reports:
June 23, 2013
The West has shaped up nicely, the flows are down and the water has cleared up. The fishing has also picked up accordingly.
Lure anglers are using panther martins and mepps spinners, bait anglers are using salmon eggs, power eggs and crawlers and fly anglers are using prince nymphs, pheasant tails, hare's ears, hoppers, beetles and ants. 

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. 
Courtesy of Mike’s Fishing Guide Service.

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