Fish Sniffer Magazine Volume 42 Issue 13 | Page 18

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LAKE OROVILLE

his latest trolling adventure at Oroville . The Bidwell Canyon , Spillway , Loafer Creek , Lime Saddle and Enterprise boat ramps are all open to launching , according to the Lake Oroville State Recreation Area . The Foreman Creek , Nelson Bar and Stringtown car top ramps are also open to boat launching . Lake Oroville is holding 2,918,068 acre feet of water , 82 percent of capacity and 139 percent of average

- Dan Bacher

PARDEE LAKE

Kokanee and Trout Fishing Was Good Before Sept . 5 Closure

IONE- Lake Pardee closed for the season on September 5 , 2023 . Fishing for kokanee salmon and rainbow trout was productive before the closure . “ There is a major construction project planned during the offseason which requires the park to be closed . We look forward to seeing everyone back in February ,” according to Pardee Lake Recreation .

Nate Kelsch of Big Nate ’ s Guide Service reported great kokanee fishing at Pardee on his last trip there before the closure . “ My clients Art and Bill are always a blast , and today was no different , as we talk a lot of smack back and forth especially when fish are lost ,

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a . m .” “ We caught fish as shallow as 25 ft . and as deep as 70 ft .,” he said “ The fish are definitely structure oriented and are partial to Paulina Peak Top Gun spinners behind Big Eye and Performer dodgers . The fish are still in great shape .” Information : ( 916 ) 860- 9180 . “ Today could be my most favorite day of fishing in my life .” said Matt Urban of Urban Escape Guide Service after his most recent trip to Pardee . “ My kids came home

While the scorching summer heat grips the Delta region , the local weatherman ’ s green screen is adorned with emojis symbolizing the relentless heat and gusty winds that will persist throughout these warm months . But for avid Delta bass anglers , the anticipation for cooler , sun-dappled , and overcast autumn days on their favorite fishing grounds is what truly stirs their excitement . Indeed , there exists a dedicated group of fishing enthusiasts who eagerly await the arrival of fall . Guides like Don Paganelli from Paganelli ’ s Bass Fishing Experience and Frank Tellez of Delta Bass ’ n Guide Service are outstanding choices for turning your fall bass fishing adventure into a cherished memory . The allure of pursuing Delta bass during the crisp fall season is straightforward : it ’ s the time when sizable populations of big largemouth bass become more willing to strike a variety of surface and subsurface presentations as they from a visit a few weeks back and told me that my grandmother had NEVER caught a fish in her life ! I was blown away and the first I ’ ve heard this .” “ So I had the pleasure to put Gerri Urban on her first kokanee and trout ever at 97 years young at Pardee ,” he reported . “ Accompanied by my parents , Cathy Urban and Tom Urban , we went for a half day to get a dozen bites in total . Grandma ’ s request was to eat what we caught so we cooked 2 kokanee while we continued to fish . We all landed some and lost some but had nothing but fun !” “ Side note : my mother tried to purchase grandma ’ s fishing license online for her and while checking out , the CDFW site reverted payment with ‘ are you sure you want to buy a license for a 97 year old ’ 3 times in a row before the purchase went through ,” Urban stated . Lake Pardee is holding 198.348 acre feet of water , 97 percent of capacity and 106 percent of average .

- Dan Bacher

PROSSER RESERVOIR

Kayakers Battle Lahontan Cutthroats , Smallmouth Bass

TRUCKEE – If you like to hook Lahontan cutthroat trout this time of year , it ’ s hard to beat fishing at Prosser Reservoir . Call Kellogg of fishhuntshoot . com reported superb cutthroat fishing on a recent trip to Prosser Reservoir . “ I caught and released 25 cutthroats from 14 to 18 inches while trolling Trigger spoons , Trigger spoons and Trigger spoons Jr and ., Disco Minnow Spoons from my kayak ,” said Kellogg . “ Two guys fishing Person from the from bank near the dam also reported

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prepare to bulk up for the looming winter . While both largemouth and striped bass can be targeted during this special season , the cooler air and water temperatures create one of the most thrilling opportunities to go after hungry Delta largemouth and stripers that are actively patrolling the shallows . And here ’ s the best part – you don ’ t need to possess your own fishing gear or boast the skills of a professional bass tournament angler to partake in this action-packed adventure with a seasoned bass fishing guide . All it takes is a genuine eagerness to acquire the latest tips and tricks of the trade . A simple phone call to Don or Frank , and you ’ re on your way to an extraordinary day of fishing for the Delta ’ s most sought-after game fish . For more details , feel free to reach out to Don Paganelli at 916-502-FISH or Frank Tellez at 951-387-1277 . Alternatively , you can explore their offerings by visiting their respective websites .