Content Updates Posted

[Mike Carey]

New Content updates posted:

John Kruse visits with Mike Meseberg of Mar Don Resort about early winter walleye dock fishing. Also, bass fishing is still going great!

http://www.washingtonlakes.com/Audio.aspx

Dave Graybill shares information about the Grande Ronde winter steelhead fishery in his weekly article.

http://www.washingtonlakes.com/ReadArticle.aspx?id=389

[Mike Carey]

Winter has arrived, the leaves are falling off the trees, but we hardy Pacific NW anglers aren't stopped by a little cold, wind, and rain!

That said, after Dave Graybill gives us a steelhead update for Central Washington he shares a great deal on fishing in Belize.

http://www.washingtonlakes.com/ReadArticle.aspx?id=390

Closer to home, John Kruse posted a new Audio Report on Western Oregon River Fishing.

http://www.washingtonlakes.com/Audio.aspx

And in our backyard, the Chum are IN at Hoodsport. Check out our latest video featuring natetreat, Chum Fishing at the Hoodsport Hatchery.

http://www.washingtonlakes.com/WatchVideoHD.aspx?id=132

Bob Johansen sent us another batch of new lake overviews and pictures. There's some special treats for our readers in these updates. Thanks Bob!:

http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=582&t=1 Antilon (Chelan)

http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=8514&t=1 Yellow (King)This is a newly listed bass lake!

http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=8515&t=1 Laughing Jacobs (King) This is another newly listed bass lake, may be no access.

http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=486&t=1 Deer (Mason)

http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=8512&t=1 Mesa(Franklin)

http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=489&t=1 Isabella (Mason)

http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=460&t=1 North(King)

http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=595&t=1 Armstrong (Snohomish)

http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=371&t=1 Whitestone (Okanogan) This features a WL.com exclusive Topo Map!

[kevinb]

Very cool Mike. I still have several lake photos to send over,again,my apologies on the delay.I've been meaning to send them
for a bit but get caught up on various projects and work.

[Mike Carey]

Very cool Mike. I still have several lake photos to send over,again,my apologies on the delay.I've been meaning to send them
for a bit but get caught up on various projects and work.

no problem, whenever you have the time.

[Mike Carey]

It's that time of year again - Winter Steelheading. Anglers will be braving the cold throughout the state for a chance at some "chrome brights!". We are already seeing some reports begin to trickle in. To help you along, Bob Johansen sent me an updated article on steelhead fishing in the saltwater off Ft. Casey. http://washingtonlakes.com/ReadArticle.aspx?id=271This is an excellent article that will give you ALL the information you need to fish this unique fishery. Check it out!

Dave Graybill's weekly report updates Steelheading on the Methow and Pateros. http://washingtonlakes.com/ReadArticle.aspx?id=391 Sounds like things are heatign up out there.

Meanwhile, the ever-popular Rufus Woods fishery is always a good bet for a shot at a lunker rainbow. Guide Anton Jones of Darrell and Dad's Family Guide Service provides us with his usual in-depth article, this time on Bait Fishing for Triploids at Rufus Woods. http://washingtonlakes.com/ReadArticle.aspx?id=392 Guaranteed to increase your odds of success for these lunker triploids!

Back to lake fishing, Bob Johansen provided us with new updates. King county's Five Mile Lake has a new overview AND exclusive topo map from Bob. http://washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=443&t=1 Bob didn't forget Lewis county anglers. Here's a new overview and map for Plummer lake. http://washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=146&t=1 And you know if it's from Bob it's got bass in it!

[Mike Carey]

This week's new articles are posted:

Jason Brooks gives us a Minter Creek overview:

http://www.washingtonlakes.com/ReadArticle.aspx?id=394

Dave Graybill updates Central Washington fishing prospects:

http://www.washingtonlakes.com/ReadArticle.aspx?id=393

[Mike Carey]

It may not be winter officially yet, but the weather and the chrome bright steelhead readers have been posting reports about say otherwise.

To get things rolling Nate Treat and I posted a video on Green River Fishing Locations and Tips. http://www.washingtonlakes.com/WatchVideoHD.aspx?id=133I hope it gives you some ideas and places to try! And to add more fuel to the steelheading fire, Bob Johansen submitted an updated article on The Green River Metzler Drift. http://www.washingtonlakes.com/ReadArticle.aspx?id=315Check it out!

Dave Graybill gives us our Central Washington Update featuring again - yup - red hot steelheading, this time in the Pateros area. [urlhttp://www.washingtonlakes.com/ReadArticle.aspx?id=396][/url]

From big hatchery steelhead to a stone's throw away at Rufus Woods where you'll find BIG Triploids - and Joe Heinlen - gives us some Rufus Woods Triploid Trolling Tips. http://www.washingtonlakes.com/ReadArticle.aspx?id=397

Last but definately NOT least, WashingtonLakes.com will once again be at the SHOW, The Puyallup Sportsman's Show, that is. This year we have great prizes from Cabela's and Work Sharp, as well as discount tickts to the show, and lot's of cool stuff at our booth. So be sure to ClICK ON THE LINK http://www.washingtonlakes.com/ReadArticle.aspx?id=395 to print out your $2 off coupon. Print two and bring one to the WashingtonLakes.com booth for your chance at the drawing!

[Mike Carey]

New Audio Reports from John Kruse - 2 fer 1 this week!

#1 Umpqua River Steelheading and Bird Hunting in Western Oregon

#2 Hells Canyon Steelheading and Chukar Hunting along the Oregon-Idaho border.

http://www.washingtonlakes.com/Audio.aspx

Dave Graybill gives us an update on Methow River Steelheading

http://www.washingtonlakes.com/ReadArticle.aspx?id=398

[Mike Carey]

This weeks updates reflect colddddd weather and hopeful walleye fishing in 2012.

First, information on the 2012 Washington State Walleye Championship on Lake Roosevelt out of Kettle Falls:

http://www.washingtonlakes.com/ReadArticle.aspx?id=399

Dave Graybill handlers the COLD part:

http://www.washingtonlakes.com/ReadArticle.aspx?id=400

And John Kruse is on the Snake Ruver (which has got to be cold, although the fishing is hot!)

http://www.washingtonlakes.com/Audio.aspx

Merry Christmas Everybody!

[Mike Carey]

OK, I'm a couple days late, I know it's already 2012. Been busy at my "real job". Anyway, here are some nice updates to ring in the New Year.

My annual Year in Review is here.

http://www.washingtonlakes.com/ReadArticle.aspx?id=401

Find out where we have been and where we are headed.

Dave Graybill provides a Central Washington fishing update on recent steelhead closures and ice fishing opportunities.

http://www.washingtonlakes.com/ReadArticle.aspx?id=402

Anton Jones gives us a winter update on what's hot in his region - Lake Chelan and Rufus Woods,of course.

http://www.washingtonlakes.com/Audio.aspx

Bob Johansen has shared more great information from his archives: New overview and map posted on Lake-River in Clark County,a warm water species lake/rver for you to check out.
http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=8516&t=1

How about Panther Lake in King County? New overview and map posted.
http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=8500&t=1

New overview for Lake Ki in Snohomish.
http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=655&t=1

How about a NEW TOPO and overview for Rat Lake in Okanogan?
http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=362&t=1

Now, how about a WashingtonLakes.com exclusive - a SECOND Rat lake in Okanogan - with overview and topo map!
http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=8517&t=1

How about a new map for Phatom Lake in King County.
http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=695&t=1

And finally, although steelheading is currently closed, Bob shared a nice article on Pateros Lake Steelheading for you to keep in mind for next year!
http://www.washingtonlakes.com/ReadArticle.aspx?id=403

[Mike Carey]

I'm busy getting everything together for this year's Puyallup Sportsman's Show. It'll be great fun to visit in person with our current and soon to be new members. Hope to see lot's of you at the Show and get you entered in our free members-only drawing. Be sure to print out those coupons for $2 off entry from our Forum AND also to enter the Drawing for the Cabela rod/reel or Work Sharp Tool Sharpner.

This week's update features:

Dave Graybill shares some valuable information on ice fishing on Moses Lake.

http://www.washingtonlakes.com/ReadArticle.aspx?id=405

New audio from John Kruse about the fantastic smallmouth bass fishing on the John Day River.

http://www.washingtonlakes.com/Audio.aspx

Jason Brooks gives us a taste of warm weather with a summer Wells Dam Chinook article, one to keep in mind when the snows are a distant memory!

http://www.washingtonlakes.com/ReadArticle.aspx?id=404

Bob Johansen sent me some pictures to update his article on his fishing buddy, Spike. For dog-lovers and anglers alike.

http://www.washingtonlakes.com/ReadArticle.aspx?id=264

Bob also posted some additional pictures for Alder lake in Pierce county and Billy Clapp in Grant (overview updated to include smallmouth bass.

Lou S sent us some new Topo Maps! Deep (King)

http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=437&t=1

Alder (Pierce)

http://www.washingtonlakes.com/TopoMaps/9645222_Alder%20Topo.jpg

Riffe (Lewis)

http://www.washingtonlakes.com/TopoMaps/3868948_Riffe%20Topo.jpg

WOW, these are Awesome maps, thanks Lou!

[Mike Carey]

Well the Shows are in the rear view mirror so it's time to get back to work with UPDATES!

John Kruse has an Audio Report on Tri-Cities Walleye Tournements. http://www.washingtonlakes.com/Audio.aspx

Dave Graybill provides further information to help you get into the sport of ice fishing. http://www.washingtonlakes.com/ReadArticle.aspx?id=406

Bob Johansen has sent me a BUNCH of new maps, topos, and pictures. Wow!

Calligan (King - new topo) http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=434&t=1

Boyd (Snohomish - new lake and topo) http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=8519&t=1

Square(Kitsap - new map) http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=481&t=1

Island(Pacific - new topo) http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=306&t=1

Erdman(Mason - new lake and topo) http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=8518&t=1

Deer Springs(Lincoln - new topo) http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=708&t=1

Bennettson(Mason - new lake and topo) http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=8520&t=1

Cady(Mason - new topo) http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=484&t=1

Gissberg(Snohomish - new map) http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=610&t=1

Bay(Pierce - new topo) http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=42&t=1

These are maps and topos available no where else on the web. Thank you Bob for your time and effort to put these out for others to enjoy!

[Mike Carey]

The Low Lands Opener was this past week and reports are beginning to come in. We have two articles from Dave Graybill about the Quincy are lakes:

March Trout Opener - http://www.washingtonlakes.com/ReadArticle.aspx?id=409

Quincy Area Opener Results - http://www.washingtonlakes.com/ReadArticle.aspx?id=410

John Kruse reports on Oregon coast saltwater bottom fishing, steelheading, and bass fishing in the Audio Section - http://www.washingtonlakes.com/Audio.aspx.

Anton Jones of Darrell and Dads Family Guide Service provides us with an Audio report on Chelan and Roses as well. In the Audio Section.

Maps Maps and MORE Maps!

An EXCLUSIVE from Lou for WashingtonLakes.com, the only contour map I am aware of for Riffe Lake - http://www.washingtonlakes.com/TopoMaps/7649983_RiffeLake%20rev%20color.jpg AND again from Lou, a color contour map of Alder Lake - http://www.washingtonlakes.com/TopoMaps/8906559_AlderLake%20rev%202.jpg!

Bob Johansen hasn't forgotten us either:

Aldrich (Mason - new topo) - http://www.washingtonlakes.com/TopoMaps/4572996_Aldrich%20Lake%20Map.jpg

Ashes (Skamania - new topo) - http://www.washingtonlakes.com/TopoMaps/8884940_Ashes%20Lake%20Map.jpg

Bay(Pierce - new map) - http://www.washingtonlakes.com/TopoMaps/2607228_Bay%20Lake%20Map.jpg

Dead(Clark - new lake and topo) - http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=8521&t=1

Devils(Snohomish - new lake and topo) - http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=8522&t=1

Don(Mason - new lake and topo) - http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=8523&t=1

Black Diamond(King - new lake and topo) - http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=8524&t=1

Keevies(King - new bass lake!) - http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=8525&t=1

Dorothy(King - new Alpine Lake Topo Map) - http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=88&t=1

Echo(King - new topo) - http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=442&t=1

Finally - our February Reports Contest winner was BentRod for his Beaver Lake report. Send us a fishing report to be entered in our free monthly drawing. You'll win prizes from our sponsors and a one year Premium Membership!

[Mike Carey]

This Update features some great content and exclusive MAPS for our readers, thanks to Lou S.:

75 degrees in Minnesota but in these parts we are getting dumped on with rain, snow, and wind. Yuck! Even so, there is hope...

Dave Graybill reports on Central Washington Walleye and Steelheading Opportunties. http://www.washingtonlakes.com/ReadArticle.aspx?id=411

And on to our MAPS! Exclusive bathometric maps from Lou S. for WashingtonLakes.com and only available on our site!:

Merwin Reservoir(Lewis) http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=269&t=1

Swift Reservoir (Skamania) http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=279&t=1

Yale Reservoir (Lewis) http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=176&t=1

Bob Johansen continues to provide us with new maps and bassy lakes to add to your list to explore!:


Egg (San Juan - new map) http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=230&t=1

Elk (Skamania - new lake and map) http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=8526&t=1

Bennettsen (Mason - updated overview) http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=8520&t=1

Black (Pacific - new map) http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=8222&t=1

Erdman (Mason - updated overview) http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=8518&t=1

Boyd (Snohomish - updated overview) http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=8519&t=1

Finally, I continue to work on film footage taken last year. Here's a video of an Alpine Lake hike, Barclay Lake in Snohomish County. http://www.washingtonlakes.com/WatchVideoHD.aspx?id=139

[Mike Carey]

The reports are beginning to come in and it's time for Spring Fishing!

First off, John Kruse interveiws NW icon and walleye guide Ed Iman on spring time trophy walleye fishing. Check out the Audio Section. http://www.washingtonlakes.com/Audio.aspx

Next, Dave Graybill gives us the scoop on upper Columbia River rainbows and walleye. He also goes over some spring lakes opening NOW. http://www.washingtonlakes.com/ReadArticle.aspx?id=412

One last try at Cowlitz River B runs gave us enough video footage for a new Video: Cowlitz River Float Trip with Nate Treat and Gringo Pescador. http://www.washingtonlakes.com/WatchVideoHD.aspx?id=140

"Bass and Bi-valves", it's what's on tap at Ocean Shores and Bob Johansen gives you the information you need to go get em. http://www.washingtonlakes.com/ReadArticle.aspx?id=413

And - Bob Johansen is on hand with the latest new maps and overviews for you!

Holm (King - new bathymetric map) http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=450&t=1

Erickson(Skagit - new lake and map) http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=8527&t=1

Everett(Skagit - new lake and bathymetric map) http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=8528&t=1

Little Spearfish(Klickitat - new map) http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=5563&t=1

Mowich(Pierce- new pictures) http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=5574&t=1

Enjoy the updates and go fish!

[Mike Carey]

Updated Audio report from Anton Jones has been posted:

http://www.washingtonlakes.com/Audio.aspx

Dave Graybill reports on Opening Day results for Central Washington

http://www.washingtonlakes.com/ReadArticle.aspx?id=415

[Mike Carey]

After our recent hot spell, lakes have turned on and the opportunities are everywhere. Here's a few fishey thoughts:

Bob Johansen provides readers with a Thurston County Bass Overview. Lot's of great lakes for you to seach for Mr. Bucketmouth! http://www.washingtonlakes.com/ReadArticle.aspx?id=416

Dave Graybill gives us the latest updates on Central Washington fishing. http://www.washingtonlakes.com/ReadArticle.aspx?id=417

Kokanee and Silver Fishing - my new spring time addiction! We have great info from kok-head rseas:

Riffe Lake Silvers Video http://www.washingtonlakes.com/WatchVideoHD.aspx?id=145

And his excellent Blog on Lake Stevens Kokanee. http://www.washingtonlakes.com/BlogPost.aspx?bpid=271

OK, time for me to go fishing!

[Mike Carey]

Wow! June looks to be pretty busy around WashingtonLakes.com!

First off, mark your calenders, collect your gear, and be ready to put the "feed-on" at our first ever WashingtonLakes.com Pizza Party and Swap Event! Free pizza, free product drawings, and meet fellow members to swap stories and gear. Check out all the details and RSVP TODAY! (see the Forum Post in the Announcements section)

Did someone say "MAPS"?!?!? Well, Aaron has them and we'll be sharing them with you all as we declare June "National Map Day!" (at least on WashingtonLakes.com). Aaron has coded over 200 up to now NEVER PUPLISHED ONLINE Washington state fishing maps. And you'll only be able to find them here on our site. So watch the front page as we published these hidden gems into our map database. http://www.washingtonlakes.com/TopoMaps.aspx BTW, these are not the Premium Member maps - Aaron just added a bunch of those as well!

Dave Graybill joins in on the Kokanee Kraze with his latest report on koks at lake Chelan. http://www.washingtonlakes.com/ReadArticle.aspx?id=418

And John Kruse reports on Ilwaco fishing opportunities. http://www.washingtonlakes.com/Audio.aspx

Good luck and go fish!

[Mike Carey]

New articles from our favorite featured writers!


Uncle Wes gives us an overview on Summit, Spencer, and Black lakes for SW trout anglers. http://www.washingtonlakes.com/ReadArticle.aspx?id=424

Dave Graybill gives us an update on the heating up Columbia river for sockeye and kings. http://www.washingtonlakes.com/ReadArticle.aspx?id=425

Want to travel with the lower gas prices? Pete Heley gives us his July 4th Oregon Fishing Update. http://www.washingtonlakes.com/ReadArticle.aspx?id=426

And last but not least, Jason Brooks goes to Westport for Kings and the hard to find coho (too many kings!) http://www.washingtonlakes.com/ReadArticle.aspx?id=427

Enjoy the summer fishing opportunities!

[Mike Carey]

John Kruse just sent me a great audio report on the Columbia River Sockeye Fishery. Over a half million sockeye are finning their way up the river. Check out his report here:

http://www.washingtonlakes.com/Audio.aspx

Dave Graybill adds to the information on the sockeye and kings in his article as well:

http://www.washingtonlakes.com/ReadArticle.aspx?id=428

And finally, Pete Heley's Oregon report reviews salmon and more in his weekly update.

http://www.washingtonlakes.com/ReadArticle.aspx?id=429

Happy Times for Salmon Anglers!