As of April 1, the 2025 boat-based season for rockfish and lingcod is officially open state-wide. This year’s season and depth structure is identical to 2024 for the Northern Management Area, which runs from the CA-OR border to the 40°10′ N. latitude (near Cape Mendocino). The seasons in Mendocino, San Francisco, Central GMA North of 36º N. Latitude, Central GMA South...
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3rd Annual Junior GOAF'er Derby Get ready for an unforgettable day of fishing and fun at the 3rd Annual Junior GOAF'er Derby! This is the perfect event for young anglers 15 years old and under to showcase their skills and experience the thrill of competition.   🏆 Event Details Who: Open to anglers 15 and under Where: Collins Lake Fee: $10 entry fee How: Click the link...
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It looks like this year’s winter is refusing to end, but unfortunately, the winter steelhead season will. Enough rain will fall over the next few days to keep just about all of the coastal rivers high and off-color, essentially washing away the last weekend of steelhead season. As of Thursday, all of the coastal rivers, most of which were still off...
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They say it’s Spring but its sure acts like winter to me. We have a few days of sunshine then it rains for three or four days and then some more sunshine. I believe Mother Nature is teasing us into thinking its Spring. I will admit that it looks like Spring with all the flowers that are blooming but the rain...
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Following last weekend’s drenching, all of the coastal rivers are now back on the drop. But with just a handful of days left in the season, and more rain predicted next week, the options are few for those looking for the last of the winter steelhead. The Smith, though still big but green, is always the first to clear and...
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Current Conditions March 18th 2025 10am - 100% Full and spilling several inches, surface temp is 53°F, relatively low water visibility, mostly clear skies and almost no wind. It's a beautiful day to be outdoors! ...
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