21 May 2024 Fishing Report

**Lower Sac**

We’re still facing another flow increase this week, but we're used to it, and so are the trout. The river is opening up with sporadic hatches of PMDs, sallies, stones, and caddis. When the bugs are active, so is the fishing. It's great to feel that familiarity. The bite has been good from the top to Balls, depending on the wind and day. We really enjoy mixing it up and trying different techniques in different floats. We’re finding fish in the traditional deep runs and into the shallows. Mixing it up is the name of the game and makes it more fun.

**Hat Creek/Baum Lake**

Hat Creek has been fishing well to great. As always, skill level plays a role on this frequently visited stretch of water. That said, beginners shouldn’t be deterred. Baum Lake and Powerhouse #2 are great places to get acquainted with the area, and you're always just a short drive or walk to a picky fish or challenging piece of water. That's been the program up there currently. PMD spinner falls followed by a small hatch start the days. Stones, sallies, and caddis are often mixed in.

 **Pit River**

The Pit has been worth the effort in the off-colored water. True to form for those fish, when they want to eat, they do it well. Flows are good, and so is the fishing. Get in the pocket water and cover it all. Stones and dark nymphs are where you start. Dry droppers and streamers are options too.

What to Look Forward To:

**Summer Program**

The Redding heat turns up the fishing, and we know the best program for both the fishing and us. We’ll be running a "Beat the Heat and Stay Bent" special from July 1 - August 15 for $1,250. This includes an evening half-day trip, one night’s stay at the Sheraton, and a morning half-day trip. The stay at the Sheraton includes free parking, internet, breakfast, and access to the club level. Let’s hit the water during the summer prime times!

**Upper Sac**

The recent heat is keeping Lake Siskiyou filled to the spillway, which has kept the Upper Sac on the high side. But that's enough of that. It's time to work the edges and practice your high-water fishing skills. Salmon flies, golden stones, and random mayflies throughout the day are "what to have." Why is this river in the "what to look forward to" section? Well, because it’s only going to get better every day.