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The bass report has changed dramatically, but the specifics haven’t been meted out yet. What we’re hearing is that the morning top water feeding on bait fish has slowed dramatically. The baitfish themselves seem to have moved on from where they’ve been hanging out.
Anglers are reporting more suspended bass and a bite that last well through the morning and right on into the afternoon. We’ve been edging this way for a couple of weeks, but it looks like the big shift for fall has arrived. Look to shallow- to mid-depth running jerk baits, lipless crank baits and jigs as your main offerings. Live minnows should be ramping back up into full swing now too. We’ll keep you posted as this bite stabilizes … For now, it is safe to say that things are definitely improving!
Crappie anglers too are feeling encouraged by the onset of fall weather. We’ve had a couple of crappie anglers who have been buying up our medium minnows with regularity, but they won’t talk much about where they’re fishing or what kind of numbers they’re seeing. One could speculate, however, that one who is going through minnows is catching fish … I’d be looking to the deepest holes and fishing them slow. We anticipate (and maintain hope) that the crappie bite will open up nicely in late October or early November.
The catfish have been consistent and cooperative all year. Soak your favorite cut baits or crawlers. Enjoy your time at or on the water. Keep us posted with your results or better yet, bring your catch to the shop for a Braggin’ Page picture.
Bob Rider is owner of Lakeshore Bait and Tackle in Clearlake. Rider can be reached via telephone at 707-994-FISH (3474) or on the Internet at www.994Fish.com.
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Over the next month, through mid-October, the road will be closed intermittently for repairs Monday through Friday. The road will be open on the weekends.
With fall beginning and more visitors – including hunters – coming to recreate and enjoy the forest before winter, visitors are asked to use caution in this area during the week as well as on weekends. Signs will be posted in the construction area.
Crane Mills, a private landowner in the area, will be working on both Forest Service and their private land as part of a road maintenance agreement. The road is located on the Grindstone Ranger District, west of Corning and Paskenta.
For more information, please contact the Mendocino National Forest at 530-934-3316 or visit www.fs.fed.us/r5/mendocino.
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CLEAR LAKE STATE PARK – “Chick Flick – Birds courting, mating, nesting and feeding young,” will be featured at the Visitor Center auditorium at 1:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 20.
This is first showing of a new 37-minute DVD by Dr. Ron Goor. His work provides an inspiring look into the lives of local bird species, like the killdeer, as well as species in other areas of the U.S. and other countries.
The viewer comes away with a greater understanding of the complexities in the lives of birds. Dr. Goor has visited Lake County and was inspired by what he saw here.
Note that the correct Visitor Center hours for September will be Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., with shorter hours on Sunday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
While in the visitor center, check out the exhibits. Of special interest in the gift shop, are “fold” cards for easy identification of birds, insects and flowers, great for both children and adults.
On Sunday, Sept. 28, meet at the visitor center ramp at 8:30 a.m. for a nature walk led by Val Nixon.
There is no entrance fee to the park for participating in programs, walks or visiting the museum.
Join the supporters of Clear Lake State Park Interpretive Association at A Wild Affair in Your Park from 3:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Oct. 4. Help with the additional funding needed as you witness the ground breaking for the Education Pavilion to be built across from the visitor center.
This is an opportunity to show your support for this great new addition to your state park and also have a very enjoyable time. Reservations are required.
This event will showcase local wines, cuisine, musical talent and the outdoor adventures that the future pavilion will provide. Reservations for the event are $35 per person. Place your reservation now by calling 279-4395.
Clear Lake State Park is located at 5300 Soda Bay Road, Kelseyville.
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CLEAR LAKE STATE PARK – In keeping with its mission, Clear Lake State Park Interpretive Association (CLSPIA), will staff the Clear Lake State Park Visitor Center each weekend Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. To 4 p.m. through Oct. 4.
The museum dioramas feature beautiful backgrounds of our woodlands and wetlands and display mounts of our native animals. Of special interest is a diorama of a Native American village on the shore of Clear Lake as it might have appeared some 10,000 years ago. The gift shop always has specially priced items and a great selection of nature related items.
On Sunday, Sept. 14, as summer moves into fall, meet Clear Lake State Park docent Glenn Smith at 8:30 a.m. at the visitor center ramp for a walk. Nature has marvelous ways of revealing itself at this time of year.
CLSPIA was organized in 1983, by a small group of local residents interested in Clear Lake State Park, to assist the Department of Parks and Recreation in providing public education about the valuable and important natural and cultural resources located in Clear Lake State Park and the surrounding area; promote the importance of a strong environmental ethic; raise funds to promote these goals.
CLSPIA recently rescued the Junior Ranger program by funding the last few weeks of the program when state funds were pulled. The gift shop provides fun and educational items for sale. CLSPIA was a part of the Lake County fight to keep all state parks open.
Another milestone for CLSPIA was the contract signing on Aug. 23 with the California Conservation Corp to build an outdoor education pavilion. CLSPIA, led by President Madelene Lyon, has been raising funds to build this unique structure for more than three years. Although some additional funding is needed, this project is coming together through the cooperation of California State Parks, CLSPIA and the local community.
Groundbreaking will take place on Oct. 4 at the “Wild Affair In Your Park” celebration. For reservations for A Wild Affair in Your Park please call 279-4395.
This groundbreaking and fundraising event will showcase local wines, cuisine, musical talent and the outdoor adventures that the future pavilion will provide.
Clear Lake State Park is located at 5300 Soda Bay Road, Kelseyville.
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