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A slight shift in weather patterns this week should make for some improved fishing conditions

by TROUT CREEK OUTFITTERS
A slight shift in weather patterns this week should make for some improved fishing conditions when compared to the warm sunny days last week. Unfortunately, this is not the significant storm we need to further bolster our light snowpack for the summer months, but at this point any little bit helps. As other waters become increasingly accessible with lower elevation snow thawing, now is a

n-the-Water Report | Pyramid Lake and the Truckee River | earlyMarch 2022

by RENO FLY SHOP
Truckee River Flies We Suggest: Black BH Zebra Midge 18-20, Olive Psycho May, Ready Baetis, Hot Butt, Truckee River Dozen Pyramid Lake Flies we Suggest: Holographic Midge, Balanced Leech, Boobies (Spanish Olive, Cat Whisker, Diablo), Pyramid Lake Beetle,Bellyache Minnow, Midnight Cowboy and Northern Lights Bugger, Pyramid Lake Fly Selection

Very small dry flies have also been effective on warmer afternoons

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE
Harrison Pass was able to be crossed by high clearance 4WD vehicles this week, but depending upon how much snow falls at higher elevations may be impassable after this weekend’s predicted snow. There are still some drifts on the west side of the pass that could cause some problems. Carry chains and a shovel. The roads in Ruby Valley are in good condition. Plenty of open

Wild Horse Derby Winner

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE
Today's #catchoftheweek goes to Rafael Velasco! He was the first place winner of the Wild Horse Ice Fishing Derby we promoted last month. He sent us this awesome picture of his catch! Buy your fishing license at ndowlicensing.com, check our fishing reports at the link below, and get out there! https://www.ndow.org/.../fishing-stocking-reports/database/

The ice is averaging 15 inches of good ice with little to no snow on top

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE
The ice is averaging 15 inches of good ice with little to no snow on top. With the rain forecast for Friday and then freezing overnight temperatures, expect slick ice over the weekend unless there is some snowfall on Saturday.  There is little snow along the shorelines so snowmobiles aren’t recommended.  Fishing for trout continues to be good using PowerBait or worms fished about four

Ice conditions are changing fast here with the warmer weather

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE
Ice conditions are changing fast here with the warmer weather.  The ice has been ranging between seven and 12 inches with a surface is still slick, though snow in the forecast for Saturday, surface conditions may improve.  As of Thursday, March 3, the shorelines were starting to show some open water, especially on the north end. With overnight lows expected to drop into the high

As of Thursday, March 3, South Fork was 90% open water

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE
As of Thursday, March 3, South Fork was 90% open water with very unsafe ice on the north and eastern shorelines. Surface water temperatures on the west side were 41 degrees midweek.  The main boat ramp is still unusable as the cove is still ice covered.  The boat ramp at Coyote Cove is out of the water so is also unusable.  Fishing has been fair

As of March 3 ice conditions were variable with six to 11 inches of ice

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE
As of Thursday, March 3, ice conditions were variable with six to 11 inches of ice and some open water along the shorelines.  Anglers should drill test holes and use extreme caution if venturing upon the ice.  No recent report from anglers but expect fair to good fishing for trout in the 12 to 15-inch range.  The usual nightcrawlers or PowerBait should work here as

Striper Tournament Announcement

by RIVER KING TACKLE AND OUTFITTERS
Striper Tournament Announcement: Monster Clash On The River will take place on April 30th and May 1st 2022. There are 3 divisions, Boat, Shore Fishing and Kayak. The Boat and Shore Divisions will be 2 Angler team format and the Kayak division will be single angler. each division will be limited to 50 Teams each. BBQ and T shirt is included with every entry. Cash

Hooked Up Sportfishing Report

by HANS MOXLEY
Another great Birthday trip !!!! So good meeting you both. until next time,,,,,enjoy

Riviera Marina Fishing Report

by RUSTY
It's a good thing I am catching fish, but I do need some of our local anglers and or visiting anglers to stop in and share their catch. Our weather is getting better the wind is down. We just got a trout stocking on Wednesday, and we will be getting our rainbow trout till the end of the month. The rainbows brought to us are

Upcoming BASS Laughlin Open at Katherine Landing

by FISH REPORTS STAFF
HAVE YOU HEARD about the upcoming BASS Laughlin Open at Katherine Landing? Don't miss out and good luck to you all! . "Now just a month out, the debut of the WON BASS Laughlin Open at Katherine Landing (March 23-25) will surely feature some legitimate fishing fireworks given the particular time of year and the robust, thriving fishery that is Lake Mohave.." @westernoutdoornews https://wonews.com/won-bass-laughlin-open-at-katherine.../ . Katherinelanding.com |

Rainbow trout are nice and healthy

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE
The reservoirs are mostly ice-free, except in the morning. The most open water can be found along the dams. Rainbow trout are nice and healthy. Action will continue to pick up as water temperatures increase.

Tiger trout will be stocked once the ice is fully off the reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE
Trout in the 10- to 12-inch class have been taking Rooster Tails and PowerBait. Tiger trout will be stocked once the ice is fully off the reservoir. Ice is still thick but starting to thaw. Check conditions before heading out too far or gathering in a large group. The campground and facilities are open.

The water is open, but fishing activity has been slow

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE
Daytime temperatures are in the 60s, but the area will see some weather this weekend. The water is open, but fishing activity has been slow. Trout are taking PowerBait, spinners and nymphs. The campgrounds and all facilities are open.

The river is active with rainbow trout, channel catfish, and stripers

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE
The river is active with rainbow trout, channel catfish, and stripers. Trout are hitting gold spinners with red polka dots, but PowerBait is always a good option. Anglers are reporting catfish taking anchovies fished off the bottom about 100 feet from shore. The striper bite is slow, but some shore anglers have had luck using Glide Baits below Davis Dam. Near the Big Bend of

Anglers are finding smallmouth bass biting around Black Sheep Cove

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE
Rainbow trout are quick to bite on gold spinners and rainbow PowerBait at Willow Beach. Anglers are catching 3- to 5-pound trout from shore and kayaks. Few reports have come from Cottonwood Basin due to unpredictable winds. However, a few bass have been caught with swimbaits thrown into shadows near vegetation. On the east side of the lake, anglers are finding smallmouth bass biting around

Anglers have caught a few catfish on night crawlers and chicken livers before sunset

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE
The Nevada Department of Wildlife stocked rainbow trout at Lorenzi, Floyd Lamb, Sunset, and Hafen Parks last week. Anglers have caught a few catfish on night crawlers and chicken livers before sunset. Gold spinners, Kastmasters, and worms are working best for enticing trout.

Anglers are reporting striper catches all over the lake

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE
Anglers are reporting striper catches all over the lake, with fish averaging 20 inches long. According to reports the bite is consistent in the early morning but slows before noon. Live and imitation shad are fooling the fish. Black bass are hitting Chatterbaits and Glide Baits. Crappie fishing has been slow, but a few anglers have caught a few in the Lovers Cove area.

Afternoon chunk in the flat and glassy wakeboard weather

by PYRAMID FLY CO.
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Great Way to Spend a Birthday Morning

by HANS MOXLEY
Happy Birthday to you...... Great way to spend a Birthday morning Thanks guys, enjoy.

16 lb. LCT

by FISH REPORTS STAFF
JD Richy sent in this photo of his 16 pound Lahontan cutthroat he caught on his boat. Biggest one he has had in the last couple of weeks. Thanks for sharing JD!

Streamer Clinic-3-19-22

by MATT KOLES
Streamer Clinic, Saturday March 19th. Going to ramp it up a bit this year on the clinics. Look for a new clinic every month. In this clinic, you’ll learn a different way to fish streamers than what is traditionally taught. Learn a hybrid leader system you can streamer fish and tight line nymph with. A hybrid Euro streamer system. Oftentimes we catch more fish on streamers then we
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