We wrapped up our Striped Bass season this last Monday. Thanks to all who came and fished with me, I hope you enjoyed it as much as I did! All in all, fishing was nothing short of epic, check out a few of the highlights below. If you missed out, make sure you plan on it for next year, it's really one of my favorite times of year...

Looking forward, I will take the next week or two off and then I will start fishing California Halibut in Humboldt Bay. I've been looking forward to the bay halibut fishery all year, as I think it will be excellent season and Humboldt Bay and its halibut have a special place in my heart. Fishing will be done with live bait and light tackle and for those who like the idea of catching and eating halibut but seasickness is an issue, this is the fishery for you. Humboldt Bay has no influence from open ocean swell, so conditions are very similar to being on a lake. The limit is 3 fish per person and the fillet yield is very high, so a generous bag of fish at the end of the day is very possible. Last year the bay was loaded with fish and I expect more of the same this year.

I am also offering spring salmon trips on the lower Klamath for late May and June. This is our opportunity to take home a coastal salmon this year as the ocean fishery is shut down and fall salmon will be closed to take in Klamath system. Spring Salmon are the best eating salmon on the planet and it isn't even close. For those of you who prefer to do multiple day trips, doing a day of Halibut fishing and a day of Salmon fishing is a great option.....

Tight Lines,

Mike

Striper Season a Huge Success!