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Thursday, February 12th, 2026

  • Tuolumne County
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      Water Temp: 50-57

      Water Clarity: Clear (4+ foot visibility)

      Report: Don Pedro Fishing Report: Fished Pedro for approximately 6 hours. Launched about 830 am.

      The water temp varied betweent 50-57 degrees.

      It was clear.

      Started looking on long points and found fish in the 45-55 ft range. Threw some minnow baits with no luck.

      Changed to a 1/4 ounce dropshot with a 4 inch Green Weeney and caught 2 clones 1.78 pounds. Bounced around and tried to duplicate the pattern for about 2 hours and didnt get any bites.

      Went towards the creek and found some tree in about 50 ft. Tried a 1/4 oz Frenzy Nail with a finesee Trick Worm. Caught a 3.4 largemouth and made another cast to the same tree and caught a 2.7 spot. Continued that pattern which caught 9 fish.

      Went and tried another Creek and didn't get bit.

      Total of 11 fish for about right about 11 pounds

      Tips: There was a lot of boats on the water. Be careful out there.

Tuesday, February 10th, 2026

  • Solano County
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      Report: Fishing the Dleta Feb 10
      From a Day on the Water with Christian Ostrander

      A light breeze and a high tide made for a textbook Delta setup. The bite has been lining up perfectly with one specific window: high tide right as it starts to dump out.

      "That high-outgoing stretch has been the deal lately, and if you time it right, you can stay on fish all day by chasing that tide," he said. "You can follow it inward toward the Delta, push south, then slide west, basically tracking the same high-outgoing bite as it progresses through the system."

      His approach has been a mix of reaction baits and shallow-water power fishing.

      Christian and Riley spent the day rotating through spinnerbaits, ChatterBaits, and some worm fishing, with an emphasis on darker colors for early spring - June bug, black and blue.

      "You know, the kind of stuff that shows up strong when the water is warming but the fish are still in that pre-spawn mindset," he said.

      On the ChatterBait, he has been keeping it simple with a Spunk Shad trailer.

      For the spinnerbait, he is running big willow blades and a single-tail grub, bumping it around the tules. His main spinnerbait color has been a white-and-chartreuse pattern, and it has been producing in both cleaner water and slightly dirtier stretches.

      Water clarity has been mixed, but not blown out. Christian pointed out that it has not been “crazy dirty” this year, and the lack of rain is a big reason why. Even without checking the exact temp on the day, he said it has been hovering right around 53 to 54 degrees, and the fish are acting like it is already spring.

      He has been catching them extremely shallow, three-feet of water or less, and he believes the biggest fish are already up doing what they do this time of year: feeding hard and positioning to spawn early.

      "They are not beat up yet, but they are close enough that it could happen any time, especially with the way conditions are going," he said.

      In just three hours on the water, the quality backed it up. Christian estimated his and Riley's best five fish would have gone around 27-pounds, and he topped the day with a true Delta giant pushing nine and a half pounds.

      "That big fish came on a worm bite," he said.

      Christian has been throwing a lot of Trick worms lately, and described the big fish as thick and aggressive, with just enough belly to show it has been eating.

      "When the tide gets high, those big fish want to feed, and once the water starts moving out, they will absolutely crush anything that gets near them," he added.

      The day was not just about one fish either. Riley stuck her own six-pounder, also on a worm presentation.

      "This is an early spring, and an early spring on the Delta usually means a good year," said Christian. "When the Delta goes off in early February, it tends to stay productive all season long."

      If this trip was any indication, the big ones are already moving, the shallow bite is happening, and the Delta is officially waking up.

      Tips: Fish the high-outgo and stick to shallow water

Thursday, February 5th, 2026

  • Lake County
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      Water Temp: 49 - 53

      Report: Clear Lake Fishing Report Early February 2026
      With Fisherman's Warehouse pro Ken Mah

      Clear Lake right now, is in a late winter phase. In the morning, the water temps are 49 degrees, so still pretty cold, but in the shallow part, in the north end of the lake, I saw temps as warm as 53 degrees.

      As we know, there was a local tournament that was won there recently, and they had 45 or 47 pounds. So, there's still a lot of big fish being caught, scoping, and a lot of those anglers are spending their time in mid-lake and the Rattlesnake Arm.

      People can still catch those fish. Those fish are the ones – the few that I caught scoping yesterday.

      They seem to be in 18- to 22- to 23-feet.

      I had a pretty good day fishing shallow. There's little pods of fish that are starting to move up and they're making that first initial push.
      I probably had close to 25- to 26-pounds yesterday, fishing in like 8-feet or less.

      For me, it was simple fishing, like throwing a half-ounce or 5/8-ounce spinnerbait with a Big Bite Swimmer on the back of it – a white one. And then just reeling that thing as slow as I can.

      I'm throwing it on a 7.5-foot, Poenix, Virtus frog rod with Shooter fluorocarbon.

      I caught like three on a spinnerbait doing that. They were really nice – healthy ones. The biggest one I caught was almost five-pounds and then the other two were good four-pounders, just solid fish.

      Then, I started flipping isolated bushes in 6- to 8-feet of water. I caught four fish doing that, but I only caught seven shallow yesterday – basically, with my MLF setup, a Buckeye flipping jig in black and blue with a Big Bite Baits Baby YoMama trailer on braided line. It's really simple fishing.

      I do think you can scope a lot of fish and throw a minnow on a jig head, but for me, I think there's less people on the bank, which I love. So, I'm still going to gravitate and do that.

      Tips: Overall, I would say Clear Lake is still in that late-winter stage. I wouldn't even call it pre-spawn. I would think anybody that goes there should anticipate getting only a few bites still and when I say few, I'm talking six to nine bites all day. You know, so it's definitely not wide open yet.

Sunday, February 1st, 2026

  • Lake County
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      Report: Fishing Report from Clear Lake in the Golden Mussel tournament with the two teams with over 40 pound bags... Clear Lake produced a wide range of results, with many anglers struggling to catch limits while others were able to connect with trophy-class bass.

      Conditions were difficult enough that 8 of the 25 boats reportedly blanked, and many anglers returned with only small bags of roughly 5 to 13 pounds. Despite the tough bite, Clear Lake still showed its reputation as a true big-fish lake, with multiple double-digit largemouth caught during the day.

      The most consistent success came from anglers who reported staying mobile and avoided sitting in one spot too long. Rather than camping on a single area, productive teams focused on covering water and cycling through key stretches repeatedly throughout the day. A common approach was catching one or two fish, leaving the area, and returning 20 to 30 minutes later to fish the same zone again after it had time to reset. This rotation helped keep fish active and prevented burning out the area.

      Most of the top fish were caught using minnow-style presentations. The top three teams referenced shaking a minnow as the primary method, using 4 to 5 inch minnow baits. The key detail mentioned was getting fish to move in close and commit, suggesting fish were present but not always aggressive. Some of the biggest bites came from fish that followed up and ate after multiple casts and persistence.

      Best Techniques & Baits
      Minnow-style baits were the most consistently mentioned producer, especially in the 4 to 5 inch range. The most effective presentation was shaking the bait to trigger reaction and follow-up bites. Success also came from repeatedly cycling through productive areas and making multiple passes, rather than relying on one spot. Anglers noted that a crankbait was not needed for these conditions, and that staying with the minnow approach was more reliable.

      Full Results https://www.westernbass.com/forum/post707031.html#p707031

      Tips: Conditions were challenging overall, with inconsistent bites and many anglers struggling to land full limits. Some boats caught very few fish throughout the day, while others were able to capitalize on brief feeding windows and trophy opportunities. Clear Lake still produced multiple double-digit bass even during a tough bite, reinforcing the lake’s potential for giant fish at any time.

  • Tuolumne County
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      Report: Don Pedro Fishing Report Jan 29 and 30
      With Fisherman's Warehouse pro John Myers


      Late-week conditions in the Don Pedro area leaned classic winter. Thursday, January 29, 2026 brought a cool morning near 38°F with an afternoon high around 62°F. Friday, January 30, 2026 warmed slightly, starting near 42°F and topping out around 67°F.

      Fishing Thursday and Friday, John Myer focused on deep water and subtle structure, adjusting locations rather than techniques to stay on active fish. His two-day trip to Don Pedro Reservoir revealed a clear pattern that rewarded patience, bottom contact, and an extremely slow presentation.

      On Thursday, the most productive water was found in the back of a creek arm. Fishing depths ranged from approximately 40- to 50-feet, where largemouth bass were the primary catch. John caught seven fish total that day, including three bass that weighed over three pounds. He also spent time fishing main-lake areas and points, where he caught some spotted bass, although those fish were smaller in size compared to the largemouth in the creek.

      The most effective approach on the first day involved casting into deeper water and dragging the bait uphill along the bottom. The retrieve speed was critical, as the bait needed to be moved extremely slowly to generate bites. Fish were caught on both a Dry Creek tube and a Keitech jig using this method.

      The tube was rigged with a 1/4-ounce weight for consistent contact with the bottom. The Keitech jig paired with a Yamamoto Cowboy trailer using the larger profile. Most of the fish came from maintaining bottom contact and resisting the urge to move the bait quickly.

      Based on the size and number of fish caught on Thursday, John estimated that his best five fish would have weighed between 13- and 14-pounds.

      On Friday, John again began fishing in the back of the creek and had early success using the jig. As the day progressed, he moved out to deeper water in the 50-feett range but was unable to generate bites in that zone. Instead of staying in unproductive water, he adjusted by targeting island tops and similar structure.

      Using the same presentation of casting into deeper water and dragging the bait uphill, he began catching fish consistently again.

      On Friday, the tube became the most productive bait, producing several fish in succession. By the end of the day, his fishing partner estimated that John caught approximately 16 fish compared to two for the partner. The difference was attributed to weight selection, as the lighter 1/8-ounce tube head used by the partner did not maintain bottom contact effectively. The 1/4-ounce tube allowed the bait to tick the bottom rather than swim above it.

      Although the number of bites increased on Friday, the average size of the fish was smaller. John estimated his best five fish that day would have weighed closer to 12-pounds. He also noted that the fish were positioned shallower compared to the previous day, while the deeper fifty-foot water remained largely unproductive.

      Line selection played an important role in detecting subtle bites. On spinning gear, John used 10-pound P-Line Tactical No-Fade braid with an 8-pound P-Line Tactical leader. On baitcasting gear, he used 14-pound P-Line Tactical line while fishing the jig.

      Throughout the trip, John used forward-facing sonar and observed a number of fish that appeared to be crappie. He indicated that he plans to target those fish on a future trip.

      Tips: The primary lesson from the two days at Don Pedro was the importance of slowing down and maintaining bottom contact. The most consistent bites came from dragging baits uphill at an extremely slow pace in deeper water, particularly around creek arms and island structure. When the retrieve slowed to a crawl, the fish responded.

      These and other baits, line and gear for your next fishing trip can be purchased in store at any one of the four Fisherman's Warehouse locations in Fairfield, Sacramento, Manteca, or Rocklin or at FishermansWarehouse.com.

Saturday, December 20th, 2025

  • Shasta County
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      Report: Winter fishing this year on Lake Shasta has been producing some standout largemouth activity, with conditions lining up for anglers willing to fish deliberately and focus on less pressured water. Cooling water temperatures and stable lake levels have bass feeding in windows, particularly during the afternoon, and some of the largest fish of the season have been showing themselves shallow.

      Largemouth have been holding on shallow flats and subtle structure in less than 10 feet of water, often away from obvious points and heavily targeted areas. These fish are not constantly active, but when they do feed, they are committing to larger meals. Big topwater baits fished with confidence have drawn explosive strikes, even late in the year, especially during mid to late afternoon periods. While Lake Shasta is known for its spotted bass, these largemouth have been showing the kind of size that can change the tone of a day quickly.

      Tips: Anglers should resist the urge to fish fast or abandon shallow water too soon. Targeting flats with big baits, staying patient through slower stretches, and timing efforts around afternoon feeding windows have been key.

Wednesday, December 17th, 2025

  • Solano County
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      Report: It seems like the December fishing on the California Delta has slowed into a winter grind as water temperatures settle into the low to mid-50s. Bass are present but far less aggressive, with many fish pulling off the shallowest grass and setting up along edges, transitions, and nearby deeper water. The bite has been inconsistent, and most fish are coming on slower, finesse-oriented presentations rather than reaction baits.

      Striped bass activity has remained mixed but more steady in the western Delta, with schoolies providing action witht the tide. Larger fish have been less predictable, and timing around current and bait movement has been critical.

      Tips: Overall, December success on the Delta has come down to patience and persistence. Anglers willing to slow down, make repeated passes through productive water, and capitalize on short bite windows have been able to put together solid days despite challenging winter conditions.

Monday, December 8th, 2025

  • Mariposa County
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      Report: Lake McClure Fishing Report

      By Bearded Bassin’ – from CBL Stop #3 (Lake McClure) 2025
      @BeardedBassin (Watch on YouTube)

      Lake McClure lived up to its reputation for producing numbers of fish but very little size, as anglers battled a tough bite during CBL Stop #3. A foggy morning and calm conditions gave way to wind later in the day, but despite decent-looking weather and active fish on electronics, most bass were extremely finicky. Limits were possible, but every bite had to be earned, and upgrading proved difficult throughout the day. Fish were present and often visible on sonar, but many followed baits, short-struck, or dropped them before committing. Anglers found themselves grinding in small areas for long stretches of time just to fill out a five-fish limit.

      Techniques
      Finesse presentations dominated the day, with dropshots and straight-tail worms accounting for the majority of landed fish.
      Larger-profile baits and swimbaits were mixed in to try and eliminate smaller fish, but most strikes still came from undersized bass.
      Reaction baits produced only limited success, though a brief uptick occurred once the wind picked up later in the day.
      A rocky point holding a small school of fish was the key area, with anglers repeatedly drifting the same spot to generate bites.
      Most productive depths ranged from 15–25 feet, with fish holding tight to the bottom and biting lightly.
      Numerous short strikes led to missed fish, prompting the use of a stinger hook on dropshot and darter-head setups, which helped improve hookup ratios.

      Tips: Fishing pressure, finicky bass, and a lack of aggressive feeding made patience and finesse critical. Simply finding fish was not enough—many bass followed baits without committing, requiring repeated presentations and precise boat positioning.Letting the wind naturally drift the boat across productive structure and dead-sticking baits on the bottom proved to be the most consistent approach. Downsizing and slowing down were key, even when anglers hoped for a reaction bite to develop.Staying in one productive area, rotating presentations, and making small adjustments, such as adding a stinger hook, helped anglers grind out limits on an otherwise difficult day.

      Tournament Notes
      Limits were tough to come by, with many teams struggling to reach five fish. A small limit around 6½ pounds was common. Despite the overall tough conditions, one standout catch defined the event, as the winning team landed a 9.20-pound big bass, anchoring a 13.10 winning total in a field where most anglers battled short fish all day.

Monday, December 1st, 2025

  • Lake County
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      Report: Clear Lake isn’t wide-open, Water temperatures have dropped into the low 50s, and a lot of fish are hanging around structure and docks more than in open grass.

      Smaller worms worked on shaky heads or dropshots have been working, keep it slow around the docks and transitions for more consistent bites than fast stuff right now, and downsizing seems to make the difference. It’s not a slam-dunk but crankbait and jerkbait are still getting bit off the bank,

Sunday, November 30th, 2025

  • Solano County
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      Report: November fishing on the California Delta is inclassic fall transition conditions, with cooling water temperatures hovering around the low 60s and stained water offering some of the most consistent opportunities of the season. Fish are present throughout. Success is better in areas with slightly colored water when focused on shallower targets rather than deeper, more aggressive fish.

      Bass have been holding around wood, grass edges, tules, and main-river structure, with many fish positioned shallower than expected and feeding selectively. Early mornings have produced some surprising surface activity, even during low-light and low-tide periods, while the most consistent action has come from slower presentations worked deliberately through cover and along weed tops. Reaction baits can still draw strikes, but most bites require precise casts and controlled retrieves that keep baits moving slowly through productive zones.

      Tips: Anglers willing to adjust throughout the day, rotate between finesse and moving baits, and key in on subtle environmental clues such as bait presence, bird activity, and water color have been able to put together solid fall bags. While numbers can be good, quality bites tend to come from isolated moments, making patience and timing critical during November on the Delta.

Thursday, November 27th, 2025

  • Solano County
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      Water Clarity: Stained (2-4 foot visibility)

      Report: The striper bite has been all over the place the last few weeks. There are quick little windows where they chew, then hours of scattered bites and followers that won’t commit. The whole Delta feels like it’s in transition. Temps up and down, and water clarity changing every day.

      The fish are definitely around, but the more reliable groups are sitting where there’s good water movement, clean edges, and bait that isn’t stacked too heavy. Some spots have so much bait that the stripers don’t even bother.

      The west side has been the most consistent, mostly because the tide pull is stronger and the deeper current lanes keep flushing food right to them but even out there it’s not easy. The central and west Delta are loaded with bait clusters, but you’re only getting bit where those schools thin out or move off the main mass.

      Depthwise, the fish are sliding up and down all day. On slack tide they’re glued to the bottom, even in 20 to 35 feet or sitting in little dips and breaks. When the tide starts moving, they’ll lift into that 8 to 14 ft zone, and on a good outgoing push they’ll slide shallow onto ledges and flats to ambush.

      Water clarity is running 2 to 4 feet in a lot of the bigger channels. The clearer the water, the deeper and moodier they get. If you can find that lightly stained water with some flow pushing through, not blown out, the bite usually perks up.

      Tips: Live bait is doing best, but even that can still be hit or miss depending on tide. Fish are refusing baits when they rise too far off bottom or drift unnaturally in low flow.

      Reaction has been better when they are actively pushing bait, typically during the first hour of tide change, burning traps and lipless just above weed lines., 4 or 6 inch paddle-tail on 1/2 to 1 oz jigheads for deeper lanes, and white/chartreuse wake or glide-style baits are getting bit. Changing retrieve speed is key. Bites often occur mid-column, especially 8 to 2 ft over deeper water.

Saturday, November 15th, 2025

  • Lake County
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      Report: Report: Clear Lake Fishing Report Nov 15
      Fishing at Clear Lake showed strong weight potential, with productive windows developing later in the day. Fish responded to deeper cranking and minnow presentations, with changing weather patterns influencing activity levels throughout the event.

      Best Techniques & Baits
      Deep-diving crankbaits were a key producer, with anglers using 6XD-style plugs in shad, craw, and bluegill patterns. These baits were effective in reaching depths of 22 to 24 feet, paired with fluorocarbon line to maintain depth and sensitivity. Minnow presentations were also productive, fished on light braid-to-fluorocarbon setups to target fish suspended or roaming offshore.

      Adjustments in head weight and bait size played a major role in increasing accuracy and triggering bigger bites. Jerkbaits contributed when conditions allowed for precise casts, and lighter heads helped anglers maintain the ideal fall and action needed to connect with quality fish.

      Weather & Conditions
      Weather swings influenced feeding periods, with anglers noting improved action after midday and stronger results during unstable weather. Slick-off conditions demanded more accurate presentations, while incoming rain was expected to activate bigger fish. Fog delays and shifting wind patterns also affected timing and positioning, pushing anglers to adapt throughout the day.

      Tournament Spotlight – BAM Super 60 Pro Tour
      1st – Mason McAbee — 27+ lbs (Day One & Day Two totals)
      2nd – Luke Johns — 23 keepers over two days

      Tips: Later-day feeding windows and weather shifts were important factors, making it beneficial to stay flexible and adjust presentations as conditions changed. Deep cranking, precise minnow work, and accurate jerkbait casts performed best when matched to depth, line choice, and subtle weight adjustments.

Friday, November 14th, 2025

  • Lake County
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      Report: Report: Clear Lake Fishing Report – November 14 2025
      Cooling fall weather and shifting pressure systems created inconsistent activity across Clear Lake, with fish responding differently throughout the day. Anglers located feeding fish around bait concentrations from shallow zones into mid-depth structure as conditions continued to change.

      Best Techniques & Baits
      Minnow-style baits and jerk-shad presentations were productive around areas holding bait, while finesse approaches with light line helped generate strikes when fish became less active. Reaction baits remained effective during short feeding windows, but slower techniques were necessary when the bite tightened.

      Dropshot and light-line soft plastic presentations helped coax additional bites, especially when fish moved vertically in the water column or held tight to cover. Adjusting weight, line size, and fall rate was essential for getting baits in front of roaming or pressured fish.

      Weather & Conditions
      Wind shifts and pressure changes associated with the fall transition influenced how fish positioned throughout the day. Some groups of fish held shallow in clearer, protected water, while others remained offshore or suspended around bait.

      The most productive depth range varied from 5 to 30 feet, with additional activity coming from isolated shallow areas as conditions stabilized later in the day. Forward-facing sonar helped locate roaming fish, though many required precise, slower presentations to commit.

      Tournament Spotlight – BAM Super 60 Pro Tour
      1st – Austin Bonjour — 29.75 lbs

      Tips: Reaction lures can help locate feeding fish during active periods, but shifting fall conditions often require transitioning to slower, finesse-oriented presentations. Subtle movements, lighter weights, and careful line control increase success when targeting fish influenced by cold-front conditions or pressure changes.

Wednesday, November 12th, 2025

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      Report: Report: Eastman Lake Fishing Report
      The bite at Eastman Lake remained difficult, with fish spread between shallow brush and offshore suspended positions. Transitional conditions kept fish finicky, and getting consistent bites required precision and subtle presentations.

      Best Techniques & Baits
      Minnow-style baits and Neko rigs were the most productive for suspended fish holding around 15 feet over deeper water. Light weights, quiet entries, and slow fall rates were necessary to trigger bites, as fish reacted only when the bait landed softly and closely.

      Shallow fish in less than seven feet were caught on 4” worms worked through brush and rock. Additional bites came on crankbaits, Free rigs, shaky heads, Ned rigs, and mid-strolling presentations as anglers rotated techniques to locate active fish.

      Weather & Conditions
      Fish were highly selective, refusing baits that entered the water loudly or fell too quickly. Baitfish shifted from higher in the water column during practice to the bottom during the event, forcing adjustments in presentation. Productive zones ranged from shallow brush to 10–15 feet around rock and offshore structure.

      Tournament Spotlight – CVKF
      1st – Max Lee — 85.25”
      2nd – Jorge Mosqueda — 79.75”
      3rd – Damian Thao — 79.50”

      Tips: Subtle presentations and light weights increased success around suspended fish, while leading fish and allowing baits to fall on a tight line improved strike rates. In shallow cover, pulling finesse baits quickly from brush generated reaction bites.

Wednesday, November 5th, 2025

  • Tuolumne County
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      Report: Report: Lake Don Pedro Fishing Report
      Fishing at Lake Don Pedro produced strong results, with several large limits coming from both suspended and deep-water fish. Bass were positioned from mid-depth to offshore structure, responding well to subtle presentations and deeper targeting in one of California’s largest reservoirs.

      Best Techniques & Baits
      Strolling was the most productive technique, with topwater lures playing a close secondary role. Minnow-style baits, Sakamata Shads, and jighead presentations were key for anglers targeting fish from 50 to 85 feet of water. Light jigheads helped produce bites when fish were finicky, and downsizing to smaller baits improved results in deeper schools.

      Additional fish were caught on flutter spoons, winged flukes, drop-shot rigs, and small soft plastics. Topwater walking baits produced the biggest fish of the event, especially during active feeding windows near rocky structure and deeper water access.

      Weather & Conditions
      Fishing was generally strong for most anglers, though deeper fish showed picky behavior at times. Schools were found from 50 to 85 feet, with bait concentrated around deep water and dam-related structure. Light bites and selective feeding required adjustments in fall rate, bait size, and presentation style, especially when fish spooked from heavier offerings.

      Tournament Spotlight – Yak a Bass TOC
      1st – Joseph Silva — 96.50”
      2nd – Damian Thao — 95.00”
      3rd – John Myers — 94.75”

      Tips: Downsizing baits and using lighter jigheads helped trigger deeper fish that reacted subtly. Targeting areas with quick access to deep water, cables, and offshore points produced the most consistent results. Mixing presentations and adjusting lure profiles improved success when deeper schools became selective.

Monday, November 3rd, 2025

  • Tuolumne County
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      Report: Lake Don Pedro Fishing Report By Bearded Bassin’ – from CBL Stop #2 (Lake Don Pedro) 2025 @BeardedBassin (Watch on YouTube)

      A prefrontal weather setup with wind had expectations high, but the bite proved far tougher than usual for Don Pedro. Fish were scattered, frequently following baits without committing, and anglers had to grind for every keeper. Despite fishing multiple spots, many areas held fish that simply wouldn’t eat, making for one of the toughest days the anglers had seen on this lake.

      Techniques
      Topwater was tested early but produced no keeper bites.
      The dropshot was the most reliable option of the day, accounting for nearly all of the keepers landed.
      Jigs produced occasional bites but overall action was slow across moving and finesse baits.
      Key structure included deep rock piles and an offshore hump loaded with fish—many of which followed but refused to commit.
      Most keeper fish came from deeper water, with fish showing on sonar from roughly 40–70 feet.
      Described this as one of their smallest Don Pedro limits ever, emphasizing how tough the bite was despite ideal-looking weather.

      Tips: Fishing pressure, constant fish movement, and a stubborn bite made finesse necessary even when conditions suggested a reaction bite should shine.
      Locating schools didn’t guarantee success—many fish followed jigs and other baits without committing, making persistence with the dropshot the key to finishing out a limit.
      Staying flexible, grinding through multiple spots, and revisiting earlier areas proved essential for scraping together the five-fish bag.

Saturday, October 25th, 2025

  • Lake County
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      Report: Report: Clear Lake Fishing Report October 25
      A shifting fall weather pattern brought cooling temperatures ahead of the tournament, but a strong cold front with wind and rain challenged anglers and tightened the bite across much of Clear Lake. Despite tough conditions, several anglers located concentrated schools of largemouth willing to feed, particularly around shallow protected areas and isolated grass patches.

      Best Techniques & Baits
      Minnow-style baits, reaction lures, and slow-drag presentations dominated the catch. Minnows and hinge-style baits produced early around offshore schools, while chatterbaits and spinnerbaits generated consistent activity in shallow water when fish reacted better to moving baits.

      As conditions stabilized late in the day, Texas-rigged soft plastics—especially speed worms and Senko-style baits—excelled when dragged slowly through isolated grass clumps. In areas where fish were pressured or inactive, downsizing and dead-sticking soft plastics produced steady bites. Shaky heads paired with buoyant worms were also productive around docks and adjacent rock.

      Weather & Conditions
      Wind, rain, and cold-front pressure made the overall bite challenging, pushing many fish into protected zones or tight to cover. Shallow grass and dock structures held the most consistent activity, while some fish remained offshore but were difficult to trigger.

      Most productive depths ranged from one to eight feet in protected stretches, with deeper fish holding near rock piles or isolated cover. As the day progressed and weather settled, the bite improved dramatically in specific locations with concentrated schools.

      Tournament Spotlight – Yamamoto Baits Event
      1st – Matthew Brannon — 94.00”
      2nd – Shane LemMon — 89.50”
      3rd – Dana Remy — 88.00”

      Tips: Shallow reaction baits excelled early, especially around docks, tules, and wind-blown structure. When the bite slowed, transitioning to slower, bottom-contact presentations around isolated grass or rock produced consistent results. Dragging or subtly shaking soft plastics proved especially effective during post-frontal conditions. Staying mobile and relocating to protected water was key to finding active fish.

Sunday, October 5th, 2025

  • Solano County
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      Report: California Delta Fishing Report – October 5, 2025
      The bite remains consistent across much of the system, driven by shifting tides and cooler fall conditions that have fish relating heavily to grass and current seams.

      Best Techniques & Baits
      Reaction baits and flipping presentations dominated the weekend. Anglers found steady success with vibrating jigs, swimbaits, and soft plastics around grass lines and current-driven edges. The fall weather pattern — a mix of overcast skies and warming periods — pushed fish into a variety of shallow to mid-depth vegetation where both moving baits and bottom contact approaches proved effective.

      As tides fluctuated, heavier weights and precise flipping around thick mats played a key role in finding quality bites. When the bite slowed, downsizing or changing color tones helped trigger additional strikes.

      Weather & Conditions
      Wind and mild cloud cover created ideal reaction-bait conditions early, while improving water clarity in select areas helped the punch and flipping bite. Most anglers reported strong numbers of catches throughout the weekend, with water temperatures beginning to slide toward classic fall transition ranges.

      The most productive depth zones held fish between five and eight feet, particularly around submerged grass lines with active current flow. As the season shifts further into October, expect more fish to pull toward these zones as bait concentrations increase.

      Tournament Spotlight – BAM Super 60 Pro Tour
      1st – Bryant Smith — 27.26 lbs
      2nd – Ken Mah — 22.88 lbs
      3rd – Randy McAbee — 19.70 lbs

      Smith took top honors after adjusting from a reaction approach to a power-flipping presentation late in the event, while Mah stayed consistent by targeting grass along currented banks with craw-imitating plastics. McAbee locked down third with an efficient punching pattern through dense vegetation, cycling through several grass lines for near-constant action.

      Tips: Flipping heavy cover continues to be the most reliable way to target bigger fish, but anglers should not overlook reaction baits early in the day. The transition from topwater to subsurface vibration baits remains strong in the Delta’s fall pattern. Covering water, reading the tide, and committing to productive grass stretches are key for both numbers and size.

Saturday, October 4th, 2025

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      Report: California Delta Fishing Report – October 4, 2025

      Bass action on the California Delta has stayed hot through early October, producing heavy weights and steady numbers as the fall transition continues to take hold. Fish are feeding aggressively in classic Delta grass and riprap zones, with reaction baits leading the way for both quality and quantity. The key has been adjusting to daily weather swings and keeping baits moving through productive stretches.

      Best Techniques & Baits
      Chatterbait: A dominant player, especially in stained or moving water. Anglers reported strong bites mimicking bluegill patterns in wind-affected areas and along outer grass lines.
      Soft Plastics: Versatile and effective when fish slow down. Subtle color shifts, such as PB&J or green pumpkin, have been key for pressured fish or when the sun breaks through.
      Jerkbait: A proven choice for generating numbers of bites, particularly under mixed clouds and light wind. Keeping a shad-colored jerkbait in hand has produced consistent limits.
      Flippin’ & Punching: As water temperatures cool, more fish are tucking under mats in the 5–7 ft range. Heavy weights and compact plastics continue to pull reaction strikes from tight cover.

      Weather & Conditions
      Changing skies and shifting tides have played a major role, with overcast periods fueling reaction bites and clearer conditions favoring slower presentations. Cooling temperatures are grouping bait and bass more closely, creating “feeding lanes” along weed edges and troughs. The Delta is showing strong health this season, with impressive catch rates across multiple areas from Frank’s Tract to the West Delta.

      Tournament Spotlight – BAM Super 60 Pro Tour
      1st – Bryant Smith — 27.26 lbs
      2nd – Ken Mah — 22.88 lbs
      3rd – Randy McAbee — 19.70 lbs

      Tips: Cover water and stay adaptive. Early in the day, reaction baits like chatterbaits or jerkbaits can quickly fill a limit, but as the sun rises, switching to soft plastics or flipping heavy cover can trigger key upgrades. Focus on areas with grass in 6–8 feet of water and keep an eye on tide movement to anticipate feeding windows.

Friday, October 3rd, 2025

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      Report: California Delta Fishing Report – October 3 2025

      Bass activity on the California Delta has been steady with anglers reporting consistent numbers of fish throughout the system. The fall transition is underway, and fish are beginning to group more tightly as water temperatures gradually cool. While some quality bites have come early in the day, anglers are also finding sheer volume by covering water and adjusting techniques as conditions shift.

      Best Techniques & Baits
      Buzzbait: Productive in the early morning, generating key quality bites in the first light hours.
      Jerkbait: A top producer throughout the day, especially once the early bite slows. Anglers have reported catching large numbers of fish by keeping a jerkbait in hand.
      Swimbait & Crankbait: Effective along grass lines and troughs where bait is present, drawing strikes from both roaming and staged fish.

      Weather & Conditions
      Wind and cloud cover have influenced feeding activity but not in a way that significantly disrupted the bite. As daytime highs shift and cooler periods move in, bait is beginning to “bottle up,” creating better opportunities for multiple bites in single stretches. The seasonal transition continues to push fish into more predictable fall patterns.

      Tournament Spotlight – BAM Super 60 Pro Tour
      1st – Marty Lawrence — 26.39 lbs
      2nd – Zack Thompson — 23.94 lbs
      3rd – Aaron Britt — 18.31 lbs

      Tips: Staying mobile remains the key. Early morning topwater bites can deliver quality, but the most consistent action has been found with jerkbaits and reaction presentations later in the day. Covering water and making small adjustments in bait choice have been crucial to success.