GENERAL CONDITIONS

Water level has risen significantly. Mt Lassen planted 750 pounds the first week of January. The rainy weather has kept things slow here, but shore anglers are killing the planted trout. All other species are hard to find and catch right now.

There is toxic blue-green algae in the lake currently; do not let your pets, especially dogs drink or swim in the water! Skin in contact with blue green algae should be rinsed with tap water. Fish may be consumed after removing guts and liver, and rinsing fillets in tap water. On the brighter side, the New Year is here so come up and see us and get your NEW 2017 fishing license, and don’t forget about the second rod stamp!

TROUT

PowerBait from shore has been the ticket for trout as well as Kastmasters and worms. All PowerBait products work great for trout, from the original power dough down to the eggs, worms and mice tails. Scent will also become a huge factor as the lake turns muddy from the rain. Pro-cure, Mike's Lunker Lotion and Smelly jelly are great brands to stalk up on.