Carson City deputies were led on a brief chase Wednesday evening that resulted in an intoxicated woman driving through a cemetery. Laurie Ann Hancock, 43, was pulled over after the Carson City S...

What began as a battery investigation where a convenience store clerk was hit with a banana, ended with the arrest of a man after he crashed his vehicle into a natural gas line forcing the evacuation of a casino early Sunday morning, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.

Osvaldo Ruiz was arrested at 1:41 a.m. in the 2100 block of East Long Street after a vehicle and foot chase. He faces felony charges of assault with a deadly weapon, reckless driving willful conduct and eluding with endangerment as well as misdemeanor charges of DUI, obstructing and hit and run.

According to the arrest report, officers were called to a convenience store in the 2700 block of Highway 50 East. Police learned two men walked into the store and one man began using the bathroom with door opened. The clerk told the man to close the door and the man became upset, walking out of the restroom and demanding the clerk to sell them alcohol, the arrest report states. One of the men threw a banana at the clerk, hitting them with it before leaving.

Deputies were able to identify the banana thrower, and knew of him being associated with a gang in the 2700 block of Menlo Drive.

Deputies arrived at the complex and learned the two men had drove up in a Lexus and parked it in the complex and went to an apartment. Officers attempted to make contact at the apartment but there wasn’t an answer. Officers left the area but maintained surveillance of the Lexus in which several people were standing around.

The Lexus then backed up rapidly onto Lompa Lane. Not knowing if the Lexus had the banana throwing suspect inside, or not, the officer followed the car and then attempted to make a traffic stop at Airport Road and Gordonia.

The Lexus ignored the lights and sirens, and accelerated rapidly. The officer lost sight of the Lexus. Another officer located it on Woodside Drive and Airport Road. A patrol officer attempted to catch up with the car while two other patrol vehicles were in the path of the Lexus. The vehicle headed straight for the patrol vehicle, swerving at the last second, missing it and then moving toward another patrol vehicle, swerving at the last second. Both Sgt. Humphrey and Deputy Jones stated the Lexus intentionally swerved at them, missing them at the last possible moment, the arrest report states.

The Lexus, occupied by Osvaldo Ruiz, then drove at a high rate of speed onto Highway 50 from Airport Road. A deputy saw the Lexus approaching Russell Way where it turned north without slowing down. The Lexus drove over a raised concrete control device in the intersection of Russell Way. A deputy then stated the Lexus went airborne after it hit a curb and sidewalk, coming to rest between the east wall of a casino in the 2200 block of East William Street and large green electrical control boxes.

The Lexus severed the meter off the natural gas line that supplies the casino. The casino was subsequently evacuated and utility companies were called to shut down both gas and electric. There was damage to shrubbery, an electrical box, and the exterior wall of the casino.

Meanwhile officers moved toward the car and saw Osvaldo Ruiz jump into the back seat and then kicked open the rear passenger door and ran away northbound on Russell Way.

He continued running where he went into an apartment complex on Long Street, jumped the fence into a senior citizens apartment complex, then ran north then toward another senior complex in the 2200 block of East Long Street. Officers found Osvaldo Ruiz hiding in a dumpster on the north end of the complex and he was arrested. Officers smelled alcoholic beverage as he spoke and Osvaldo was slurring his words as he spoke and stumbled as he walked. When he was asked he if had been drinking alcohol the man replied he was “f***** up,” the arrest report states.

Osvaldo Ruiz requested to be taken to the hospital for treatment and was transported there by ambulance. A deputy followed to the hospital to continue an investigation of DUI. It was learned Osvaldo had a prior DUI conviction in 2013. Based on the DUI with accident, the deputy obtained a telephonic search warrant to allow for blood samples. Ruiz was read the Nevada Implied Consent and three samples for alcohol and drugs were obtained. He was later taken to jail.

He faces the following charges: Assault with a deadly weapon, reckless driving willful conduct, destruction of property eluding with endangerment, DUI second, obstructing and hit and run. Bail: $68,300.

Manouge went straight to work with a single into left field, right after an error by Brandon Allen who fumbled the ball after a bunt. Then after a fielder's choice to get out number two, it looked like trouble early for the Senators, but a pop out to short stop made it a harmless inning with 1 hit, 1 error, no run top of the first.

Carson too would go straight to work with a walk by Josiah Pongasi and a sacrifice bunt my Dominic Norton to my Pongasi over to second. Chase Blueberg needed no time warming up at the plate and hit a towering two-run shot to left field to give the Senators the early advantage 2-0 in the after the first inning.

The action wouldn't cease for the Miners offense either, when Manogue's Webb Charles hit a double to deep left field. With a walk by Dustin Dutcher, Nelson threw down a sacrifice bunt to move both the runners over. Yet again, Manogue was within striking range and this time would take advantage of the opportunity. With a fielder's choice to pick up one for Manogue immediately followed by an infield hit to tie the score up 2-2 going into the bottom of the second.

Just when you thought things were going to slow down. Dustin Dutcher got on base by a hit by pitch, followed by a balk, Pongasi stepped up to the plate. He delivered a single to left field and score Dutcher all the way from second. The score after two full innings, Carson 3, Manogue 2.

Anthony Damonte stepped up to the plate and delivered a nice double to left center to begin the third, immediately followed by a walk by Bohach. Then Shawa would step up to the plate to deliver a 2 RBI double to left center, giving the Miners the first lead of the night at 4-3. Shortly after, a wild pitch put Bohach on third and Nelson was able to put the ball deep enough to score Bohach leaving the score entering the bottom of three with a score of 5-3 Manogue.

Gehrig Tucker started the bottom of three with a single up the left side, but didn't do much for the Senators and they didn't score at all in the bottom of the third. The Miners went 1, 2, 3 in the top of 4 with some nice fielding out up by the Senators. Manogue returned the favor with a strike out and two ground outs blanking the Senators with a 1, 2, 3 inning of their own.

The Miners were starting to get something going to start the the top of 5, but an unassisted double play by Pongasi certainly didn't make it easy. With a runner on third, Shawa cashed in an RBI with a double down the left field line. The Miners were threatening to strike again with runners on first and third, but a harmless pop out to Pongasi stopped the damage at only one run.

Dominic Norton would get the action going for the Senators with a single down the left side, but the Senators couldn't do much with it making three consecutive outs. The offensive production would take a halt for Manouge with another 1, 2, 3 inning. Following the new 1, 2, 3 trend, Carson followed suit with a three up three down inning of their own.

Finally breaking the trend, Clair Tros of Manogue hit a double down the third baseline followed by a bloop single over the shortstops head leaving runners with first and third. Then Shawa hit a sac fly to the second basemen deep in foul territory to put up the first run in a while and left the score coming into the bottom of seven at 7-3. Manogue would finally put away the game striking out the side. Final score of this one, Manogue 7, Carson 3.

Time to kick off the weekend. Here's a list of what's going on today in Carson City.

FRIDAY:
•*Nevada Day Treasure Hunt is over: MEDALLION FOUND at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park

A Carson City man was arrested Friday on felony suspicion of a third DUI in the 3700 block of South Carson Street, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said. The arrest was one of many DUI-related bookings made through the weekend.

Wayne Dias, 37, was placed into custody at 8:40 p.m. after dispatch received word of a possible intoxicated driver in a parking lot near a chicken wing restaurant. A reporting witness pointed officers to the suspect vehicle.

According to the arrest report, Dias tried to close his car door on the officer before exiting the vehicle and refused to perform field sobriety tests, telling the arresting deputy that his eyes were red and watery due to "eating super-hot chicken wings.” Due to the extreme odor of alcohol coming from the man, the deputy placed him into handcuffs and requested he take a breathalyzer test at the sheriff’s office station.

Dias agreed to take a breathalyzer test, but later became uncooperative and refused. A search warrant had to be obtained to take a blood sample from Dias. In addition to the third DUI suspicion charge, he was also arrested for driving on a revoked license due to his previous DUI. Bail: $21,000.

In other bookings:
— A 34-year-old Carson City man was arrested Friday on suspicion of a second DUI, a misdemeanor, and other charges after a traffic stop near Winnie Lane and Lone Mountain streets, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.

After running the stop sign at Long and Stewart streets, deputies conducted a traffic stop of the suspect’s vehicle. After smelling of alcohol and failing the standardized field sobriety tests, the suspected drunk driver blew a .299 on a breathalyzer test, the arrest report states. Additional offenses include misdemeanor driving without a valid license, misdemeanor tail light required, and an outstanding warrant for misdemeanor domestic battery. Total bail is set at $5,625. A 36-year-old Carson City woman and passenger in the vehicle was also arrested on a warrant, violation of a suspended sentence with a $3,000 bail.

— A 65-year-old Carson City man was arrested Friday, 11:45 p.m. for DUI and failure to maintain lanes of traffic, both misdemeanors, after forcing two vehicles off the road on Northridge Drive, hitting the vehicles, then subsequently crashing his own vehicle into a tree.

Smelling of alcohol, unable to stand, and evidence that he had urinated in his pants, a responding deputy asked for his identification whereupon he provided a $5 bill. Deputies placed him under arrest for suspected DUI and took him to jail were he blew a .154 BAC. Bail: $1,040.

— A 56-year-old Carson City woman was arrested for misdemeanor DUI, her first, at 5:31 p.m. Friday near 5100 block of South Carson Street.

Deputies were called to the scene of a non-injury accident when they observed the suspected drunk driver hold onto her car for stability as she made her way to the rear of the vehicle as requested by deputies. Smelling of alcohol and clearly having trouble maintaining her balance, sheriff's deputies requested she submit to a breathalyzer test to which the suspect agreed. After blowing a .285 preliminary breath test, she was placed into custody and transported to jail where her bail is set at $1,000.

— A 30-year-old Carson City woman was arrested Saturday, 1:05 a.m. after allegedly battering her ex-boyfriend and a bouncer at a bar near the 300 block of North Carson Street. The bouncer of the bar completed a citizens arrest form and the suspect was placed into custody for misdemeanor battery. The arrest report notes the suspect blew a .139 on a breathalyzer test. Total bail is $1,000.

— A 19-year-old Carson City man was arrested Saturday, 5:02 p.m. at Walmart in the 3200 block of Market Street on misdemeanor charges of petit larceny and violation of alternative sentencing. According to the arrest report the man attempted to steal a car stereo unit from the store. Deputies learned the man was also on alternative sentencing with an “obey all laws” clause. During intake into the jail officer found the man had $90 in cash along with credit and debit cards. Bail: $3,352.

— A 24-year-old Carson City man was arrested Saturday, 5:40 p.m. on a misdemeanor failure to appear warrant out of Pershing County. Deputies with the Carson City Special Enforcement Team made a traffic stop on the man after observing him talking on his cell phone while driving. They ran his name through dispatch and learned he had a confirmed warrant issued Aug. 24, 2015. Bail: $342.

— A 21-year-old Carson City man, Joseph Patrick Eckert, was arrested Saturday, 8 a.m. in the area of Arizona Circle on a felony burglary warrant. The warrant was issued Feb. 2, 2016 out of Carson City Justice Court. Bail: $20,000.

— A 21-year-old Dayton woman was arrested Saturday, 3:08 p.m. in the 4900 block of Highway 50 East on a misdemeanor warrant, failure to appear in traffic court. Bail: $330.

— A 19-year-old Carson City woman was arrested Saturday, 2:35 p.m. in the 1100 block of Camballeria on a misdemeanor contempt of court warrant issued Jan. 26, 2016 out of Carson City Justice Court. Bail: $1,000

— A 33-year-old Carson City man was arrested Friday evening at a Monte Rosa Drive home on suspicion of two counts of misdemeanor domestic battery and gross misdemeanor child endangerment.

According to the arrest report, the man arrived at his ex-girlfriend’s residence for a custody exchange of their 2-year-old daughter. After observing a photo of his ex's new boyfriend, the man became upset and started taking items from the home and placing them into his vehicle, the arrest report states.

When the woman tried to stop him, the situation turned violent. While holding their daughter, the suspected batterer pulled the woman's leg out from under her and caused her to go head-first into the wall. She tried to retreat to the bathroom to call 911 and he stopped her, sat on her head, and proceeded to twist on the woman’s arms and pull on the daughter's arms to separate mother and child, the arrest report states.

Fearing for her child's safety, the mother would not let go. The suspect gave up and left. Deputies arrested the man later that evening. Bail: $8,500.

— A 57-year-old homeless woman of Carson City was arrested Friday for misdemeanor disorderly conduct after she was evicted from a local motel. Deputies were called in on standby during the eviction, then were called again after she returned to the motel screaming incoherently. According to the arrest report, she struggled when being placed into handcuffs, and was uncooperative with jail intake staff. Bail: $150.

— A 46-year-old Carson City woman was arrested at her home on Kings Canyon Road after deputies responded to a "neighbor dispute.” The deputy was advised by dispatch one of the parties had an outstanding warrant for misdemeanor failure to appear on a traffic citation. Bail: $215.

A 39-year-old Dayton woman was arrested Sunday, 8:43 a.m. in the 7700 block of Highway 50 East on a misdemeanor warrant, failure to appear, issued Jan. 11, 2016 out of Carson City Justice Court. Bail: $955.

A 19-year-old Carson City man was arrested Sunday, 12:11 a.m. in the 1200 block of Woodside Drive on suspicion of DUI drugs and criminal contempt, both misdemeanors offenses. According to the arrest report, a deputy responded to a call in the area for a fight in progress. A deputy noticed four subjects run out of an apartment at 1273 Woodside and were talking loud.

They got into a red Subaru parked in front in which the driver turned on the ignition and had his lights on. A deputy asked the driver if he heard anyone fighting. The suspect pointed toward an apartment that he had come from. The officer noticed a strong odor of marijuana coming from the vehicle. The driver said he didn’t have marijuana. He was asked to submit to field sobriety tests. He did not show signs of impairment on the horizontal gaze test, however his eyes were dilated and showed lack of covariance, the arrest report states. He showed impairment on the walk and turn test and one leg stand. A preliminary breath test showed no alcohol. He was taken into custody on suspicion of DUI drugs. He submitted to an evidentiary blood draw at jail. He is under supervision of Alternative Sentencing who advised he be placed on hold for criminal contempt. Bail: $1,637.

— A 26-year-old Carson City man was arrested Sunday, 1:44 a.m. in the 1000 block of south Carson Street on a misdemeanor charge of being an intoxicated pedestrian. The officer saw the man stumble from the sidewalk of South Carson and Ninth Street into the travel lanes. The man did not check for approaching traffic and stumbled back onto the sidewalk. The officer observed the man do this several times and made contact with the man, who was intoxicated. He was asked where he was going. The man replied “down yonder” and refused to give the officer his name.

The officer asked the man the same question three times without receiving an answer. The man eventually said he was walking to McDonald’s at 3900 block of South Carson Street. The officer explained he couldn’t allow him to walk due to impairment and inability to safely care for himself. The officer asked the man if a taxi or friend would be willing to take him home. At that point the man became uncooperative and refused to answer questions, give his name or agree to take a taxi home.

After five more minutes, the man provided a driver’s license that identified himself. The officer asked the man if he would voluntarily provide a breath sample. The man refused. He refused to go home by taxi and the officer determined he was unfit to walk safely due to being intoxicated. Bail: $87.

All information for the crime log (unless otherwise noted) comes from the arrest reports supplied by the Carson City Sheriff's Office, and is considered by law to be public information. All subjects are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The policy of Carson Now is to name anyone who is arrested for a felony offense.

UPDATE 6:10PM: A manhunt ended at the Carson High School bus yard early Friday night with the arrest of a suspect believed to have intentionally rammed a Carson City Sheriff's patrol vehicle after a chase in a stolen car late Thursday.

Carson City Sheriff's Office deputies had been searching for the man since Thursday night and found him hiding inside a school bus in the vehicle maintenance yard of Carson High School. He was taken into custody at 5:24 p.m.

Go here for the full story.

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UPDATE 2AM: Carson City sheriff's officers have arrested two women in connection with a vehicle chase Thursday night in which a patrol vehicle was intentionally rammed. A third person, described as a bald Hispanic male, remained at large as of early Friday morning.

The deputy was unhurt in the incident, which happened after 8 p.m. Thursday. Carson City Sheriff's Sgt. Jim Primka said events unfolded after the deputy ran a vehicle license plate near Walmart that came back stolen.

Arrested were Nina Montalbano, 26, and Ebony Turnipseed, 21.

A pursuit ensued between the patrol officer and the suspect vehicle. During the pursuit, the vehicle intentionally rammed the patrol car in the Northridge area and then crashed into the front yard of a residence, Primka said. The Hispanic male fled the scene, jumping over fences and was reported to have been seen with a gun.

Two females were in the vehicle. One was interviewed and released while the other was taken into custody. After further interviews, it was determined that the female who was released was indeed a suspect.

The woman was tracked down to a Carson City bar on Winnie Lane, where she was with a male friend, who was also arrested but on separate charges unrelated to the vehicle chase, Primka said.

Aiding Carson City authorities in the search was a RAVEN helicopter from Washoe County, the Nevada Highway Patrol and a Douglas County K9 unit, Primka said.

The suspect at large is described as bald and not wearing a shirt.

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UPDATE 12:50AM: A male and female were in custody early Friday morning after being detained and arrested at a Carson City bar. It hasn't been confirmed if the two arrested were in any way involved in an incident Thursday night in which a deputy was reportedly assaulted.

Officers were able to track down a red Camaro near the Winnie Lane bar after interviews were conducted. The male in custody has had prior entanglements with the law and conditions placed on him through Parole and Probation.

A message has been left with the shift sergeant.

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UPDATE 12:15AM: The search for at least one male suspect who reportedly assaulted a Carson City deputy Thursday night continued after midnight Friday morning. The search that involved a RAVEN helicopter from Washoe County was called off.

According to Carson City dispatch via police scanner, authorities may have a possible lead on the primary suspect after conducting interviews. The status of the deputy who was assaulted is unknown at this time.

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UPDATE 11PM: The search continues in Carson City late tonight for at least one suspect wanted for allegedly assaulting a patrol officer with a vehicle.

A RAVEN helicopter out of Washoe County continues to fly above Carson City near Lone Mountain Cemetery searching for the suspect, described as bald, wearing baggy blue jeans, and possibly without a shirt. If you've seen the suspect in the area call 911.

Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong said the incident involved a vehicle, possibly stolen and a deputy patrol vehicle.

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Carson City authorities are looking for one, possibly two others, one said to be armed, who reportedly assaulted an officer and stole a vehicle.

According to dispatchers via scanner, Carson City sheriff's deputies were scouring the areas around Roop Street and Winnie Lane near Lone Mountain Cemetery looking for at least one, possibly two males, one reported to be Hispanic, who reportedly kicked down fences and was seen running through residential backyards.

The main suspect is described as Hispanic wearing baggy blue jeans and is bald and said to be without a shirt.

A Carson Now reader who lives in the area of Northridge was told by officers to stay in his home for safety reasons. An unconfirmed report by a witness said they saw a man with a gun run through their backyard.

A RAVEN helicopter was ordered and was flying over the area looking for the suspects.

The condition of the police officer is unknown.

Developing ....

The thriller "Man on a Ledge," running in Carson City a the Fandango Galaxy movie house, is a neat little thriller with a solid cast headed by Sam Worthington as jailbird Nick Cassidy and Elisabeth Banks as cop Lydia Mercer.

Movie opens with Nick checking into a New York hotel, having a meal with champagne before he goes out the window and stands on a ledge.

Flashback to Nick in Sing Sing prison for the heist of a giant jewel (he was framed). He escapes in a nice car chase after the funeral of his supposed father. He makes some plans and we get back to the man on the ledge.

Cops spot Cassidy and call Mercer, an experienced negotiator for talking would-be jumpers off their perches. (She just lost a cop a two weeks earlier and was supposed to be on medical relief of some sort.)

She gets to the hotel and begins talking with Nick. Meanwhile, Nick's brother Joey (Jamie Bell) and his current squeeze Angie (the very sexy Genesis Rodriguez) and working to break into the vault across from the hotel with the ledge to see if they can find the diamond that David Englander (Ed Harris) claimed was stolen so that he could recover from financial disaster via insurance payoff.

The switching back and forth from the two lines of action is excellent, making everything that's happening clear but keeping tension high. Lots of scenes of New Yorkers urging Nick to jump. Lots of cops running around and nice complexities in the proceedings.

There are a few minor bobbles in the action. Joey and Angie lug big bags of gear around so they can break into the vault, but not big enough for all their gear. And some of their tricks are questionable.
But never mind. This is a nifty, exciting thriller with only one car chase and no explosions. The cast is solid, Sam is tough and Lix healthy and pretty.
No more plot details, easy to spoil the suspense. Not the best thriller, but it makes a lot of the earlier ones this season look like fumbles on the goal line. It's rated PG-13 and is a lot of fun The film editor deserves a plug; he cuts the scenes together so well that following the complex action is easy.
--- Sam Bauman
Cast
• Sam Worthington as Nick Cassidy
• Elizabeth Banks as Lydia Mercer
• Jamie Bell as Joey Cassidy
• Anthony Mackie as Mike Ackerman
• Génesis Rodríguez as Angie
• Ed Harris as David Englander.
• Kyra Sedgwick as Suzie Morales
• Edward Burns as Jack Dougherty
• Titus Welliver as Nathan Marcus

• Directed by Asger Leth
• Produced by Lorenzo di Bonaventura and Mark Vahradian
• Written by Pablo Fenjves
• Music by Henry Jackman
• Cinematography Paul Cameron
• Editing by Kevin Stitt
• Running time 102 minutes, rated PG-13

Here is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This report is for the week of June 19-24.

ALMANOR LAKE, CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:

BISHOP CREEK AREA, CALIF:
Rick and Patti Apted - Lake Sabrina Boat Landing (760-873-7425) (www.lakesabrinaboatlanding.com) reports:
Lake Sabrina:
Don’t forget to pick up your license before hitting the Lake.
Watch out for the Deer – they are on the move!
The Lake continues to rise, but very slowly.
Ma Nature was once again up to her old tricks on Monday when a bit of weather blew thru – some lightening, some thunder-boomers and even a few sprinkles, oh, and can’t forget that darn w-i-n-d.
It got pretty chilly, and after it was up in the low 80s over the weekend, 46 degrees with the wind chill was definitely on the chilly side. And as the weather was on the cool side, that means the run-off slowed considerably.
Lake Sabrina received the first stocking of Department of Fish and Wildlife on Monday – they used the smaller truck so they could get down to the water, so not a huge load of fish, but we did get 50# of tagged trophy-sized fish – now the DFG (or they might say DFW) tag is to just let you know that the Department of Fish and Wildlife are putting in some mighty fine fish.
Fishing is still great at Lake Sabrina – it’s the catching that has slowed a bit for some – we’ve had people catch their limits in a few hours and then there are those that only caught a couple all day.
It’s Nightcrawlers that are working best, Salmon Eggs are running second and Power Bait, well, if you must you must.
Not much action trolling with lures. We’re thinking it may have been the warm weather last week or it could be the Lake filling and as there’s more water, there’s more room for them to hide.
Team Hwang – Chris and Jonathan - of Chatsworth worked as a team should and nabbed a 3-1/2 pound Alper on a Nightcrawler. Quinlan Uyeda of Granda Hills snapped up a 2 pounder also on a Nightcrawler. 
Temps look to be again in the normal range – low 70s for the highs and low 40s for the lows. Sounds like the perfect weather to be on the Lake – not too hot – not too cold. You can check www.weather.gov and enter ASPENDELL, CA on the site and it will give you a fairly good hint at the weather or check in with Howard at www.MammothWeather.com.
As Summer is just around the corner, we thought it appropriate to go to our summer hours.
We are now open Sunday thru Saturday from 7:00am to 7:00pm – we serve Breakfast from 7:00am to 11:00am and Lunch from 11:00am to 4:00pm – Homemade Pie and Vanilla Ice Cream from 7:00am to 6:45pm.
Looks like they’re moving right along on the bridge – they’re even working weekends. The abutment was poured last week and we understand they plan to put in 80 foot beams which is the framework for the forms where they’ll eventually pour the slab for the bridge (I think that’s what Rick said) - they’re not quite sure how they tend to put those 80 foot beams in place – we do understand a humongous crane is in the plans.
The tentative date of completion has been moved from July to sometime in September. Stay tuned!  
We’ve just got the normal size skeeters now, although every once in a while an enormous skeeter is seen lurking – so don’t forget the juice – Remember when using the bug juice and SANITIZER you need to really wash your hands before fishing - then rub some Salmon Egg juice, worm dirt or Anglers Bros Trout attractant to take that smell off.
Also, remember your polarized dark glasses and sunscreen.
And, of course, we'll have HOMEMADE pie & ice cream, sodas, beer, wine, coffee, tea and hot cocoa!

BISHOP CREEK AREA, CALIF:
Jared Smith - Parchers Resort (760-873-4177) (sierrasmitty@cebridge.net):
South Lake:
Much lighter traffic at the lake this week as windy conditions dominated mid week and even though the weekend weather was much improved, it was still pretty quiet in the canyon.
Fishing definitely slowed down a bit this week with most anglers reporting some fish but not necessarily limit style fishing.
The bite in Boiler Cove and at the Inlet continues to be primarily a bait bite and even the jig guys are resorting to tipping their jigs with a piece of crawler or mealworm to entire a strike.
There are still a ton of fish cruising the shore but these fish have been seeing the same stuff since opener and now that the spawn is winding down, they're getting a case of lockjaw.
Lure tossers are having a tough time getting fish on the hardware with only a few folks fishing from boats reporting much success using metal lures.
No trolling reports this week.
South Lake Landing will continue with spring hours for another two weeks, open Friday, Saturday & Sundays from 7am to 5pm.
Folks wishing to rent a boat Monday through Thursday should check in at the Parchers Resort office anytime after 8am.
The net lake level rise this week was at least a few feet but we're still a good 10 to 12ft from launching the docks, and more importantly, stocking fish. The lake actually dropped a bit over the weekend which was a surprise but I suppose we're all just riding the drought roller coaster at this point and keeping our fingers crossed that we stay on track with the runoff forecasts.
Stay tuned for updates.
According to SCE's lake level forecast, the lake will peak below the end of the launch ramp this year so private boaters are out of luck in 2013.
We ask that folks please avoid blocking the launch ramp however because Kayakers and South Lake Landing staffers still use the launch ramp area.
South Fork Bishop Creek:
Lots of happy anglers around the fish cleaning station this week, most of them reporting good to excellent fishing with the moderate creek flows on the South Fork. Jigs, spinners and salmon eggs are working best. DFW stockings near creek crossings and at campgrounds are making those areas the most dependable.
Weir Pond:
Great reports out of the Weir this week, mostly from spin fisherman fishing bait or working plastics like Berkley Micetails or mini-jigs.
Intake II:
Stocked by DFW but no first hand fish reports from our guests this week.
North Lake:
Stocked by DFW but no first hand fish reports from our guests this week.
Lake Sabrina:
The lake is finally up enough for our friends at Lake Sabrina to get some of their boats on the water and the DFW has already stocked the lake with pan sized rainbows and with some hefty brood stock fish as well.
Trail Report:
All that's left is a 50 yard section of snow on the approach to Bishop Pass and it's melting fast. The first JMT thru-hikers picked up their resupplies over the weekend and reported that the pass is mostly free of snow and it's pretty easy going for this early in the year.
All of the popular day-hike trailheads are snow free and wide open.

BOCA RESERVOIR, CALIF:
Mountain Hardware and Sports of Truckee (530-587-4844) (mountainhardwareandsports@gmail.com) reports:
Boca is holding steady at about 68 percent capacity and has been quiet on action.  Always a sleeper of a lake that no one wants to talk about.  
Best action by shore fisherman has been the dam and at the deeper troughs outside the inlet, especially with the flows starting to drop coming out of the LT.  If you pinch your barbs and fish lures only one can work the Little Truckee River that flows into Boca but be cognizant that you may be fishing besides a fly fisherman. Please be courteous to each other's space. 
Also, concentrate off points as large fish will be suspended here. 
Shore fisherman can be successful by throwing all sorts of bait and lures such as large spinners and small stick baits that will imitate kokanee, rainbows, or baitfish.

BRIDGEPORT RESERVOIR, CALIF:
Jim Reid of Ken’s Sporting Goods Store in Bridgeport (760- 932-7707)
(www.kenssport.com) reports:
June 16, 2013:
Bridgeport has still been fishing excellent.
Trolling with small rapalas, thomas bouyants and needlefish, bait fishing with crawlers, power bait and power eggs have both been doing great.
We haven't talked to any fly anglers lately but stripping small streamers and fishing midges under an indicator should do the trick.
Rainbow Point has been a great area to bait and fly fish and the trollers are either trolling the flats out from Paradise Shores or down near the dam.  

CONVICT LAKE AND CONVICT CREEK, CALIF:
Convict Lake Resort (800-992-2260) (www.convictlake.com) reports:
Hello Convict Lake fishing report followers!
The Round-up at the Lake Spring Derby has ended and we would like to thank all the participants who made it a successful event.
Congratulations to Gerritt Wallace from El Cajon, CA who won $50 in the bonus cash weekend. The winners of the $6000 in resort prizes will be announced shortly. We will post the winners at convictlake.com and we will be sending out a derby wrap-up email. 
Jim and Marie Connors of Poway, CA did a great job by landing two nice fish. One was a 2 pound 9 ounce rainbow and the other was 2 pound 14 ounce rainbow. 
Both were using green Power bait and they were fishing at the North Shore. 
To see more fish photos visit our 2013 Fishing Gallery.
Catch of the Week:
Jordan Zeier of Chatsworth, CA with this week's biggest fish, a 4 pound 8 ounce rainbow.  Jordan was using salmon eggs while fishing at the Inlet.
Other Notable catches this week:
Julie and Deb Denton of Davis, CA caught a 3 pound 11 ounce beauty using orange Power bait. The location of their fishing spot was the South Shore.
Brant York of Boron, CA landed a nice 3 pound 10 ounce rainbow.
Brant was using Salmon Eggs and was fishing at the Inlet.
Tactics/Bait: 
Rainbow, orange, and green Power Bait all had good success this week on the lake. Red/gold Thomas Bouyants, Power Worms and Power bait Mice Tails were also very productive. 
Inflated night crawlers are always a great choice of bait.
Salmon eggs have been working both in the creek and the lake.
The hottest spot this week was the Inlet and South Shore. The Jetty and North Shores have also been fishing well.
Other locations to try are the Outlet, West Shore, Creek,  Handicap Pier and Hangman's Tree. 
Here is a list of other baits/lures that can be productive:
Trout Teasers, green or brown Marvel Fly Lures, Panther Martin, Needlefish, Thomas Bouyants, Green Wooly Booger and Lip RIpperz Hatchery Dust on Power bait.
Derby News:
The Ambush at the Lake Fishing Derby will be starting on Monday, September 2nd for a chance to win $6,000 in Resort Prizes!
Also mark your calendars for the Morrison's Cash Bonus Weekend on November 1-3. $2000 in cash prizes.
Weather: 
Last weekend was beautiful followed by sunny skies mid-week with some wind. Just like last weekend we are having great weather once again. The forecast for the beginning of next week has the temperature getting up to the low-70s with sunny skies and light wind. Lows in the low-40s. 
Here is the National Weather Service link that is usually quite accurate: 7-Day Forecast Convict Lake.
Sunrise - Sunset: 
Sunrise this week 5:34 am -5:35 am and Sunset 8:19 pm - 8:21 pm.
Stocking: 
DFG stocked 900 lbs. on June 3rd.
We also stocked 150 lbs. of Alpers on June 6th.

CROWLEY LAKE, CALIF:
Steve Osterman of Performance Guide Service (760-934-6101) (www.performanceanglers.com) reports:
The algae bloom is building. Sandy Point is still the most productive. Stevie's Wonder in gray/black or tan in 12 -15 feet of water.


DAVIS LAKE, CALIF:
Don Rotsma of Fly Fish With Don (775-722-8418) (www.flyfishwithdon.comn) reports:
Lake Davis - Thursday June 14,15,16th- Damsels are still active in some areas. We have experienced some great fishing at times with fish in the surface and lots of sight fishing with damsel patterns.
Only lasts for a couple hours though and then things are back to blind casting and retrieving. It is hard to go back to fishing subsurface when you have had a taste of good surface activity.
Lake temps were in the mid 60s and started at 64 this Sunday Morning.
Lots of anglers because of Father's day and the yearly trout tournament this weekend. Some ugly times at the boat ramps with the crowds and inexperienced boaters not knowing how to get their boats ready quickly and get in and out of water quickly.
Even waited 10 minutes while a guy waited for his motor to run out of gas while 5 other boats waited to get out! Grrr....
On a more fun note, the weeds are growing quickly and fish are definately attracted to the damsels that are migrating.
Things should just get better over the next few weeks.
There are early caddis hatches and some good midge hatches during the day along with callibaetis in the afternoon. I would just concentrate on the damsels right now though with nice fish and some outstanding action.
Fish are on average large and healthy, but seeing a few fish with markings.
If you are not seeing fish working the surface near weed beds and along the edges from 9am until about 11:30, you are in the wrong place and need to move until you find fish.
We have spent a lot of time this spring scoping coves and points for fish and it is remarkable how many anglers are fishing spots that are almost void of fish. Be flexible and move around trying different spots if you are not productive where you are fishing.
Fish still responding best to very slow retrieves casting sideways to the wind and keeping in touch with your line and bug.
Use the right bug, find the right depth and retrieve and pay attention, you will be rewarded.

DAVIS LAKE, CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
Conditions have made this lake slower than normal at the moment, with weather being especially troublesome.
However, there are still plenty of fish in the shallow areas of the lake, meaning it is still a viable option for a fishing excursion. 
Courtesy of Fly Fish with Don.  

DONNER LAKE, CALIF:
Mountain Hardware and Sports of Truckee (530-587-4844) (mountainhardwareandsports@gmail.com) reports: 
Donner is still fishing well a week after its first stocking of the year! 
Get the kids out there or your buddy who has a difficult time catching fish and have a good time!  
Remember to be a steward and keep just what you can eat! No need to fill your freezer with multiple trips and leave some fish for the kids to catch! Power bait will be the primary bait one will be using along with small shiny lures such as 1/12 to 1/8 Kastmasters, Roostertails, or Panther Martins.  Kokanee fishing has picked up here and one will be targeting 50 to 65 feet of water now between the area of Loch Leven and China Cove. 
Pink, Orange and Chartruese have been the best color choices. 
A large brown measured at about 30 inches was caught over the weekend.  The angler who caught it was trolling at a depth of 30 feet. 
Catching minnows can be deadly this time of year for the Macks as they are within casting distance.
Also, for those trolling for Macks action has been good.  Trolling the usual suspects that will imitate small Kokes and Rainbows will be the top producers.  Early morning off the boat launch one can troll some larger imitations of rainbows because some big Macks always come in to feed on these stockers.

EAGLE VALLEY RESERVOIR, LINCOLN COUNTY, NEV:
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (www.ndow.org) reports:
The Free Fishing Day crowd found good action on Saturday with over 100 fish entered into the largest fish contest. While none were the much sought after tagged fish, all those who participated in the annual fishing derby had a great time. Anglers caught both rainbows and brown trout with Power Bait, spinners and various flies.

ECHO CANYON RESERVOIR, LINCOLN COUNTY, NEV:
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (www.ndow.org) reports:
Fishing for largemouth bass and crappie has been good for the persistent angler. Most of the bass are one- to two-pound range and hitting on a variety of plastics. A couple of fishing buddies who set up near the mouth of the reservoir found excellent action for feisty crappie. Anglers are seeing a few brown trout measuring about 11 to 12 inches. Rainbows in a similar size range are plentiful.
Power Bait, spinners and flies will do the trick for these fish.

FALL RIVER, CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
Fishermen are reporting that fishing has been great all day on the Fall River with great water and weather conditions!
Dry fly fishing, nymphs, streamers, and leeches are all doing great. 
Courtesy of The Fly Shop.

FEATHER RIVER, CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
Plenty of shads are here all the way from Shanghai Falls and down, with some still being caught at Shanghai Falls. 
Courtesy of Johnsons Bait & Tackle.

FRENCHMAN RESERVOIR, CALIF:
Wiggin’s Trading Post at Chilcoot (530-993-4683) reports:
We have lots of good news to report on the fishing at Frenchman Lake.
Bank fishing near the dam, Turkey Point and Big Cove have been good spots for many.
Dale from Oroville caught his limit using nightcrawlers and anise scented marshmallows at Turkey Point.
Steve Penrose and Joe Jansen caught and released 5 nice rainbows in the 1 ½ to 2 lb range at Big Cove with worms only.
Nick Schimers and Sam Mertins caught 4 rainbows at the dam using nightcrawlers on a treble hook on Saturday 06/15/13.
On 6/16/13 Larry Mitchell caught a beautiful 3.8 lb rainbow by the dam using nightcrawlers and a bobber.
Trollers are doing well when anchoring across from Frenchman’s Campground at Crystal Bay and floating worms off the bottom.
Repaving and construction at the Frenchman Boat Launch began on June 10th and is expected to be completed before July 4th, 2013.
The boat launch will be closed during the weekdays during this time, but will be open for public use with reduced parking on the weekends for vehicles pulling trailers.
The Lunker Point Boat Launch remains open and fully operational.

HAT CREEK, CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
Right now is the time for Golden Stone, Caddis, Callibaetis and PMDs creating an ideal time for dry fly fishing. Conditions have been great all day, but reports indicate some great activity sometime around sunset. If you want a good chance for a hook-up use #6-8 leeches.
Courtesy of The Fly Shop.

HOT CREEK, CALIF:
Steve Osterman of Performance Guide Service (760-934-6101) (www.performanceanglers.com) reports:
Water flow is 19 CFS. Fishing is good. Some Tricos in the am, BWO's around mid day. Best results with nymphs.  Buckskin nymphs, caddis pupa and small pheasant tails.

JACKSON MEADOWS RESERVOIR, CALIF:
Mountain Hardware and Sports of Truckee (530-587-4844) (mountainhardwareandsports@gmail.com) reports:
You can now get into Jackson Meadows and reports that are coming out is that the lake is full and the fishing is great! 
Anglers here are doing great throwing powerbait and small lures such as 1/8 oz Kastmasters, Panther Martins and Roostertails. 
For the trolling crowd the action has been the Northwest corner of the lake where the creek flows in.  Other areas have been off drop offs into deeper water.  Needlefish, Dick Nites, Kastmasters, and Sierra Spinners tipped with a Nightcrawler always works well.

JIGGS / ZUNINO RESERVOIR, ELKO COUNTY, NEV:
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (www.ndow.org) reports:
Unfortunately, Jiggs has dried up.

JUNE LAKE LOOP, CALIF:
Steve Osterman of Performance Guide Service (760-934-6101) (www.performanceanglers.com) reports:
Silver Lake. still seems to be the best for float tube fly rodders fishing black or purple woolly buggers on full sink lines doing  well. Rush Creek flow is 135. Royal coachmen, elk hair caddis, prince nymphs and copper Johns.

KIRMAN LAKE, CALIF:
Jim Reid of Ken’s Sporting Goods Store in Bridgeport (760- 932-7707) (www.kenssport.com) reports:
June 16, 2013:
Kirman has still been fishing well also. Lots of nice cutts in the 18 to 25 inch range and brookies in the 15 to 18 inch range have been the norm.
Small leech patterns like mini leeches, goat leeches, seal buggers and stillwater nymphs have been doing well, scud patterns like a flashback scud or a gray and olive scud have also been doing well. 

KLAMATH RIVER, CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
Now is the time for Salmon Fly dries as there are plenty of large, and many small, Rainbows and Browns in the Klamath. It is advised to use this opportunity while you can as the Salmon Fly hatches end around the last week of June. Not to mention the water conditions are fantastic!
Courtesy of The Fly Shop.

LAUGHTON, CLARK COUNTY, NEV:
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (www.ndow.org) reports:
Colorado River:
The striper bait is slow but rainbow trout are providing anglers with good action. A pair of anglers recently checked in with bows pushing past the four-pound threshold. Trout are biting in the Davis Camp area, along Casino Row and near Rotary Park.

LEWISTON LAKE, CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
A good place to be fishing as there are plenty of Rainbows, some well over 20”, cruising in the water alongside the Callibaetis hatches. Reports indicate that lots of catches have been made using #20 midges and leech patterns. Overall a fun experience to be had at Lewiston. 
Courtesy of The Fly Shop.

MAMMOTH LAKES BASIN, CALIF:
Steve Osterman of Performance Guide Service (760-934-6101) (www.performanceanglers.com) reports:
George Lake - Mary Lake – Mamie Lake – Twin Lakes:
Middle Twin Lakes is the best bet for fly rodders.
Doc's Twin Lake Special black or brown.

MARLETTE LAKE, CARSON CITY & WASHOE COUNTIES, NEV:
Closed until July 15, 2013.

MARTIS LAKE, CALIF:
Mountain Hardware and Sports of Truckee (530-587-4844) (mountainhardwareandsports@gmail.com) reports:
Fishing has been good here but one must remember that this is a barbless artificial catch and release fishery only! 
A great place for someone who wants to learn how to fly fish or for kids who just want to catch some fish on lures.

LAKE MEAD, CLARK COUNTY, NEV:
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (www.ndow.org) reports:
Fishing has been steady throughout the lower basin with anglers in the Government and Vegas Wash area bringing in stripers weighing up to five pounds. Most anglers are finding success with shad, anchovies and even corn. Largemouth and smallmouth bass have also provided good action in the Callville Bay area.
NDOW biologists are investigating reports of dead carp in the Overton Arm.
The Southern Nevada Water Authority has reportedly deemed the water to be clear of toxins.

LAKE MOHAVE, CLARK COUNTY, NEV:
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (www.ndow.org) reports:
While there hasn’t been much striper activity reported in the Cottonwood Cove area, word is that action has been good for both catfish and largemouth bass. Anglers have had success using night crawlers and anchovies.
Near Willow Beach, in the vicinity of mile marker 50, one lucky angler reeled in a 25.2-pound striper on an A.C. plug. Others have found success for striped bass in the five- to seven-pound range using a Bomber Long A, Little Anthony’s LA Slider, and Cordell Redfin lures.

ORVILLE LAKE, CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
Action remains steady at Lake Oroville for bass at around 30 feet using jigs, shaky head, dart head and drop shot worms. 
Courtesy of My Outdoor Buddy.

OWENS RIVER, CALIF:
Steve Osterman of Performance Guide Service (760-934-6101) (www.performanceanglers.com) reports:
Upper Owens River:
Current flow is 110 CFS. The whole  river is now open. Special regulations still in effect upstream of the Benton Crossing Bridge. Fishing is slow.
Try egg patterns, San Juan worms ,Prince nymphs and copper John's.
Lower Owens River:
Water flow is currently 310 CFS. Fishing is improving as the fish have adjusted to the higher flows. Nymphing is the best  bet. Try WD-40'S, pheasant tails and hares ears.

PAHRANAGAT WILDLIFE REFUGE, LINCOLN COUNTY, NEV:
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (www.ndow.org) reports:
Anglers are finding some success at the upper marsh for panfish and catfish.
Mealworms or nightcrawlers below a bobber will catch fish.

PIT RIVER, CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
Fishing has been great this week! The edge of the rocks seems to be the best spot to fish alongside the numerous hatches happening right now.
Make sure to bring a wading staff for personal safety. 
Courtesy of The Fly Shop. 

PROSSER LAKE, CALIF:
Mountain Hardware and Sports of Truckee (530-587-4844) (mountainhardwareandsports@gmail.com) reports:
From the dam down to the section where the two inlets meet fishing has been fair at best. Trout in the 14 to 18 inch range and now Smallies have been caught on Kastmasters in 1/4 oz to 1/8 oz in Perch, Watermelon, Brook trout, and Gold early and late while Firetiger, Chrome/Blue, and Chrome have produced better during the mid day hours.  Look for similar colors in Roostertails, Panther Martins, and Thomas bouyants. 
This lake will be continue to fish worse as the season progresses because it's level continues drop to the 40 percent capacity mark and will not see the halfway mark this summer. 
Smallmouth fishing will be better this summer than trout fishing here as the water temps will be like a bathtub. 
For those who have more patience than me throwing nightcrawlers, Power bait, or Salmon eggs will certainly be a sure bet when the schools come by. 
Trollers should concentrate along drop offs by the shoreline and through the Prosser Creek arm with needlefish, Dick Nites, and Sierra Spinner (there just not for Kokes!) tipped with a nightcrawler.

SACRAMENTO RIVER (LOWER), CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
With flows being fairly high right now it is tough going on the lower Sacramento, but despite the water conditions being less-than-stellar it is still a fun area for fishing right now! As the season goes on expect even better conditions and more Rainbows and Browns.
A lot of fishermen have been reporting that #6 Pat’s Rubber Legs has been doing very well the past month. 
Courtesy of The Fly Shop.

SACRAMENTO RIVER (UPPER), CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
With great water conditions and Golden Stones coming off, now is a fantastic time for fishing on the upper Sacramento. While fishing is great all day, there is a second Caddis hatch sometime around sunset, making it an ideal time to make some hook-ups. 
Courtesy of The Fly Shop.

SACRAMENTO RIVER (LOWER), CALIF:
Kirk and Lisa Portocarrero at outdooradventures@sacriverguide.com and www.sacriverguide.com (1-800-670-4448) report:
As of  June 15, 2013, water flow is currently 13,500  CFS. 
Spin fishing for Trout and Steelhead on the Sacramento River has been excellent. Our average days are 25 to 40 hook ups. 
We have been using roe clusters with 4 pound test, on light action rods.
Some days we have been back trolling small Flatfish and Hot shots.
These fishing trips are taken by jet boats, and can hold up to 6 people comfortably. Lots of action. Great for the kids, families, and larger groups.

SACRAMENTO RIVER (LOWER), CALIF:
Kirk and Lisa Portocarrero at outdooradventures@sacriverguide.com and www.sacriverguide.com (1-800-670-4448) report:
Fly fishing:
As of  June 15, 2013, water flow is currently 13,500  CFS.
Lower Sacramento River fly fishing report, fly fishing has been good. 
Early morning and late afternoons best. 
Nice size Rainbows, 16 to 22 inches average, occasional 25 inch.
Using Prince nymphs, Iron Sallies, Pheasant Tails, Poxyback PMD's, 
Black Rubber Legs and Green Gidgets.
Boat traffic is heavier from Posse Grounds to Anderson River Park.
Call or email us today. We offer daily guided fishing trips, 7 days a week. Drift  boats or Jet boats available. 
We cater to all methods of fishing.
Daily drifting Redding, California and Anderson, California.
Groups and Clubs welcome, We can accommodate ANY size group.

SAN JOAQUIN/RED’S MEADOW, CALIF:
Steve Osterman of Performance Guide Service (760-934-6101) ( HYPERLINK "http://www.performanceanglers.com"www.performanceanglers.com) reports:
The San Joaquin River is slowing and fishing is improving.
Most attractor dry fly's such as stimulators are very effective right now.

SHASTA LAKE, CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
Fishing is good on Shasta Lake. Around Bridge Bay and the Dam have been the best spots! Anglers have reported catching surfacing rainbows in the mornings. Wiggle Hoochies and Hummdingers around 60 to 80 ft. are producing some Salmon bites. 
Courtesy of Sacriver Guide.    
                                                                                                     
SHASTA LAKE, CALIF:
Kirk and Lisa Portocarrero at outdooradventures@sacriverguide.com and www.sacriverguide.com (1-800-670-4448) report:
June 15, 2013  Shasta Lake guided fishing- Northern California fishing Lake Shasta.  We offer daily guided fishing on Lake Shasta.
Lake Shasta fishing has been great! 
Catching salmon and trout now,  Rainbow trout  on the surface and salmon, 80  feet deep. The Dry Creek area, using Cripp Lures and Wiggle Hoochies.  Seeing smaller fish now, really working for the bigger fish.
Lake Shasta is place to be for lots of action and great trout fishing & salmon fishing. Bass fishing continues to be great!

STAMPEDE RESERVOIR, CALIF:
Mountain Hardware and Sports of Truckee (530-587-4844) (mountainhardwareandsports@gmail.com) reports:
Mack fishing has slowed a touch here but that doesn't mean that you won't hang one. Fish under or around schools of Kokes now if your targeting the Macks. Word is from Keith Zenker that the Koke bite is great and that you'll be fishing 40 to 65 feet down for them and that the larger ones are being taken by bumping the bottom in about 60 to 70 feet of water. 
Pink, Chartruese, and Orange in hoochies and squids have been go to's. 
Spinners will also work in these colors so don't dismay if these lures are your go to's. 20 to 40 fish days for the Kokes are here for some!  
See Mr. Z at our store or give him a call to find out the latest news.  He's got us stocked with some great Kokanee gear!  
For the shore fisherman spoons, large spinners, and stick baits will work and of course if you're throwing bait nothing beats an inflated nightcrawler drenched in your favorite scent. 
Action here has been better for the boater, but with the upcoming stock of trout this week it should pick up considerably. 

TRINITY LAKE, CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
No current fishing report, however good news: March through June are the favorite months for experienced bass anglers there. The lake has good populations of both largemouth and smallmouth bass. It also holds the California record for small mouth bass! A dredger piles at the head of the lake, as well as other structures found in the coves and points throughout the lake provide excellent bass fishing for most of the year. Spring always provides the hottest action, as both species move into the shoreline to spawn. Courtesy of Fish Trinity Lake.

TRINITY RIVER, CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
There are still some adult steelhead on the Trinity. Nothing like it is in the fall, but they are there!
Anglers report catching steelhead and some brown trout.
Wading conditions are tough with 1,200 CFS.
It is best to use a drift boat or a raft or better yet hire a guide!
Courtesy of The Fly Shop.

TRINITY RIVER, CALIF:
Kirk and Lisa Portocarrero at outdooradventures@sacriverguide.com and www.sacriverguide.com (1-800-670-4448) report:
June 14, 2013 Fishing report
Currently, Water is at 700 CFS. Trinity River will slowly decreasing to 450 CFS by June 24th, 2013.
Trinity River Salmon fishing and steelhead fishing  has started.
There are a few fish being caught, we will see number increase as the 
weeks go on. Methods of fishing will be bouncing roe and pulling plugs.
The months of June and July produce bright, chrome King salmon.
Lots of steelhead are also picked up during the month of July.
 Please give us a call to reserve your day on the water. 
REMEMBER:
Book early, Record numbers of salmon will be in the system this year. 
 Trinity River fishing is conveniently located 40 minutes West of Redding, CA  fishing from the town of Weaverville, California.

TRUCKEE RIVER, BIG:
Mountain Hardware and Sports of Truckee (530-587-4844) (mountainhardwareandsports@gmail.com) reports:
California:
Flows are coming down but with water being drawn off the top of Tahoe water temps have risen. 
Caddis have become prolific on certain stretches of the river in the evenings now. Unlike Mayflies, one should skate or dance there Caddis dries a bit as Caddisflies are fast emergers. Other hatches include PMD's in the late mornings, Little Yellow Stones, PED's and the occasional Green Drake emergence in the evenings with the Caddis. 
Rolling big Stoneflies during the day with imitations of Mayfly crawlers and Caddis Pupa behind them can be effective. 
Look to fish the pocketwater more now as the water temp rises along with outside temps. 
The flying Carpenter ants have gone for the time being but there is a lot of ant activity along the river's edge so don't discount the use of these patterns. 
Crashing one of these tasty morsels over an area that is seeing a lot of ant activity can bring on a splashy rise that will get your pulse up! 
Even though water temps are on the rise one should note that sometimes it's necessary to have good repeated drifts! 
Nymphing will consist of large primary flies such as Pat's Rubberlegs, Buggers, large Copper Johns(reds!), Prince Nymphs, large Caddis pupa and Stonefly imitations trailed behind 16-18 inches with Caddis, PMD, PED, Midge and General nymphs such as Copper Johns, Pheasant Tails, Hares Ears, and Birds Nests in sizes 14-18.
Gilligan and a few others have spotted adult Green Drakes but numbers have been limited to say the least. Fish this pattern more down toward State line where flows are bigger. 
Don't overlook streamers as some nice fish are still being taken this way and with water temps inching towards the 60 degree mark fish are more apt to chase your offerings. Sculpin imitations have been the best. Streamer fishing will be best in the wee hours of morning now or into dusk. 
Soft hackle imitations of Caddis and Mayfly's work well when fish are feeding just under the surface. 
Nevada:
If the California side of the Truckee is getting you flustered maybe a trip to the Nevada side will turn your luck around.  
Caution!  If you do fish the Truckee in Nevada please be aware that New Zealand Mudsnails have been found in sections of water there so please clean your shoes and gear accordingly to avoid aquatic hitch hikers!  
Study the water and turn rocks and see what is going on, also seine for what is in the drift.  Little things like this and slowing your approach to the river’s edge will greatly increase your chances of being successful. 
Again, make sure your box is stocked with every conceivable stage of bugs that are present now!  (x) = drawer number.

TRUCKEE RIVER, LITTLE, CALIF:
Mountain Hardware and Sports of Truckee (530-587-4844) (mountainhardwareandsports@gmail.com) reports:
Fishing through the Perazzo Meadows for Brookies has been good and some nice Rainbows being caught below Weber Falls.  Won't last long as these fish get taken out as this section is under general regs!

TWIN LAKES, CALIF:
Judy Allen at Annett's Mono Village (760- 932-7071) ( HYPERLINK "http://www.monovillage.com"www.monovillage.com) reports:
Upper Twin Lake:
Good morning Don,
Summer has arrived at the Upper Twin Lake and despite strong winds for
three (3) days, the anglers reported some nice catches in the 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 pound range. The weekly stocking was 800 pounds with an additional 10 fish at 3 plus pounds. Water temperature is holding at 54 degrees.

TWIN LAKES, CALIF:
Jim Reid of Ken’s Sporting Goods Store in Bridgeport (760- 932-7707) (www.kenssport.com) reports:
June 16, 2013:
The Twins are still hanging in there for a lot of nice fish with some tipping the scale at up to around 3 pounds. Casting rapalas and kastmasters has been doing well, also bait fishing with power bait and crawlers has been good. 

VIRGINIA LAKES, CALIF:
Jim Reid of Ken’s Sporting Goods Store in Bridgeport (760- 932-7707) (www.kenssport.com) reports:
June 16, 2013:
The Virginias are still fishing excellent, shore fishing or tubing. Lots of fish being caught from .5 pound to 5 pounds. Bait anglers are using power bait, power eggs and crawlers, lure anglers are using Kastmasters, Hot Shots and Panther Martins and the fly anglers are using damsel nymphs, mini leeches, soft hackles, seal buggers and stillwater nymphs.   

VIRGINIA LAKES, CALIF:
John and Carolyn Webb of the Virginia Lakes Resort (760-647-6484) ( HYPERLINK "mailto:vir@qnet.com"vir@qnet.com) report:
Mother Nature had a bit of the stomach flu for a couple afternoons and provided wind that emptied our parking lot, but no storm arrived with it. 
Fishing improved greatly after the double stocking (Alpers and DFW). 
The wind hampered some of the catching but died Thursday afternoon around 4pm, and the trout went bonkers on just about everything. 
Lake had a good chop making dry flies a good evening choice, and then leveled off a bit on Friday, and the lake was a bit flat on Saturday, but the weather was incredible.
Bait for the week: 
Nightcrawlers held the number one spot with garlic power eggs either orange or red. Trout were also hitting Garlic power bait, and various other home mixes of the dough. White mouse-tails, rainbow glitter, garlic sage and Captain American power bait.
Lures still working:
Were mainly Red/Gold Thomas Buoyant, Kastmasters, Hot Shots red/gold panther martins, and lip ripperz and various unsundry metal objects.
Fly action:
Picked up on olive woolly buggers, Olive Matuka, VL Special, caddis Emergers, Rickard’s AP emerger slowed, but Loeberg’s did the trick. 
Some belly guys were trying 3-fly rigs and pulling in some nice fish but were releasing most of them.
Big fish for the week: 
Hoyt Yee of Rosemead, 3lb 3oz Alper on Garlic Power Bait June 11
Michael Tucker of Lemon Grove, 2lb 7oz Alper on Thomas Buoyant June 12, Big Virginia
Grant Nichols of Temecula, 4lb 6oz Alper on Thomas Buoyant, June 12, Little Virginia
Dick Iceman Ginise of West Hills, 6lb 5oz Alper on Power Bait, June 14, Little Virginia
John Della Penna of Upland, 3lb 4oz Alper on Yellow dipped power bait
Backcountry:
Action has been great with lots of trout taking small mosquitoes and black gnats black ants, foam bodied ants, some damsels and green body mosquitoes from Blue Lake up through the Frogs. No report on Moat, but Red Lake has also been doing well late afternoon on Grey Hackle Yellow’s.
Trail:
Is clear to dry pond, there is still some snow just below the pass, but it is hanging on. 
The bugs:
Are back now that the wind is gone, so don’t forget to buy stock in Repel, Off or your favorite “DEET” supplier.

WALKER LAKE, MINERAL COUNTY, NEV:
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (www.ndow.org) reports:
No new updates. No Lahontan cutthroat have been reported or seen at Walker Lakes since 2009.
Launching is not possible right now.

WALKER RIVER, EAST, CALIF:
Jim Reid of Ken’s Sporting Goods Store in Bridgeport (760- 932-7707) (www.kenssport.com) reports:
East Walker River:
June 16, 2013: 
The East is running at 163 CFS today and is still fishing very well.
There's been a little dry action in the mornings but mainly nymphing with small midges and caddis nymphs.
We've been getting some cooler nights this past week so the water temps are still in good shape.
Patterns that have been successful lately include fox's poopah, buckskin caddis, z-wing caddis, 3-wire caddis, flashback emerger, rainbow warrior, zebra midge, wd-40, e/c caddis, elk hair caddis. 
Sceirine Ranch:
June 16, 2013: 
The ranch produced pretty well this week also, the 160 flow makes for some good fishing on the Nevada side.
In addition to the patterns listed for the Cali side you can also try copper johns, dark lords, prince nymphs, pheasant tails and birds nests. 
Hunewill Pond:
June 16, 2013:
The pond is still fishing very well, small streamers near the surface have been doing well and there's also been some good action with small midges under a dry. Mini leeches, stillwater nymphs, seal buggers, goat leeches, rojo midges, zebra midges and flashback emergers have all been doing well. 

WALKER RIVER, EAST, CALIF:
Steve Osterman of Performance Guide Service (760-934-6101) (www.performanceanglers.com) reports:
Water flow has been up and down and is currently 142 CFS.
Fishing is  better with  higher water flow.
Midge patterns, baetis emergers and pheasant tails.

WALKER RIVER, WEST, CALIF:
Jim Reid of Ken’s Sporting Goods Store in Bridgeport (760- 932-7707) ( HYPERLINK "http://www.kenssport.com"www.kenssport.com) reports:
June 16, 2013:
The flows on the west are coming down a bit now and the fishing is really starting to pick up. Panther martins and roostertails are doing well for the spin fishermen, as well as crawlers and salmon eggs. Fly anglers are using hoppers, beetles, ants, buggers and leech patterns. 

WILLOW BEACH, CLARK COUNTY, NEV:
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (www.ndow.org) reports:
Anglers are finding good action for large stripers. The fish are biting A.C. Plugs and other trout-imitating swimbaits. Three fish weighing in at 16.16 pounds, 17 pounds and 27.76 pounds came in during the past week. Rainbow trout continue to hit small spinners and other traditional trout baits following the weekly plants on Fridays.

WHISKEYTOWN LAKE, CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
No real changes, conditions are still improving. Expect more reports as the summer months continue. 
Courtesy of Mike’s Fishing Guide Service.

— Don Quilici is the Outdoor editor for Carson Now. He can be reached at donquilici@hotmail.com

Two female inmates in the Carson City Jail face felony battery charges after a fight erupted at around 3 a.m. on Sept. 6. Amber Shields, 21, and Kayla Marie Robbins, 20, each face a felony charge of battery by a prisoner.

According to the arrest report, Carson City jail officers spoke with a woman who advised there had been a fight inside the jail involving three women, the victim, Shields and Robbins and that the victim had been punched in the face and head.

Officers spoke with the victim, who confirmed she was punched and slapped. She was asked if she needed medical attention and she declined, the arrest report states. The victim said the fight started when there was an argument and she was telling the inmates keep quiet, the arrest report states.

The victim said Shields became upset with her and pushed her face into her face while yelling at her. The victim stated Shields reached back and slapped her with her right hand. The victim also stated that Robbins pulled Shields away from her to calm her down, the arrest report states.

The victim stated Robbins started yelling at the victim and Shields to calm down. The victim stated she called Shields a "bitch" and stated that Robbins told her not to call her friend a "bitch" and started punching her in the head and face.

Officers interviewed Robbins who stated there was an argument between Shields and the victim. Robbins stated Shields was face to face with the victim yelling at her and Robbins grabbed Shields away from the victim to attempt to calm her down. Robbins stated the victim started calling Shields a "bitch" and Robbins replied "don't call my friend a bitch" and turned around and started punching the victim in the head and face, the arrest report states.

Officers interviewed Shields who stated she got into a verbal argument with the victim and did push her face. She stated she didn't place her hands on the victim and said she didn't see any physical fight. Bail for Robbins and Shields, $20,000 each.

In other felony-related arrests:

— A Carson City man, Myron Buckley, 51, faces a felony charge of probation violation and three misdemeanor charges after an incident on Sept. 6, 10:47 p.m. in the 1100 block of Woodside.

According to the arrest report, officers were conducting a foot patrol in the Stanton Arms apartment complex due to recent ongoing gang activity and drug-related issues.

While walking in the middle of the complex the man, later identified as Buckley, began yelling and cursing at the officers. He refused to follow any instruction and refused to identify himself. Officers learned the man's name through someone in the complex. Nevada State Parole and Probation was notified and it was requested by the agency that he be arrested for parole violation.

When Parole and Probation stated they wanted him arrested, officers entered into the apartment where he was in another room, and he was told numerous times that he was under arrest for which the man replied "Under arrest for what?" the report stated.

Officers informed Buckley he was under arrest for violation of his probation. He was instructed to come out of the bedroom and put his hands behind his back. Instead, Buckley jumped out of a second story bedroom window which led to a foot chase through the apartment complex. A deputy located Buckley hiding in the shadows of the complex and in a confrontation the man was tasered, the arrest report states.

Officers handcuffed the man and transported him to jail. He faces the felony charge of being in violation of his parole, and misdemeanor charges of disorderly conduct, resisting without violence and obstructing. He was on a no-bail hold from the felony probation violation charge. The misdemeanor bail amount is $1,006.

— A 33-year-old transient faces a felony charge of possessing a controlled substance, and three misdemeanor charges. Travis James West was arrested in the area of Northridge and Lompa Lane at 10:26 a.m. Sept. 7.
According to the arrest report officers were attempting to locate the man who had two confirmed warrants for his arrest. Officers located West walking eastbound on Northridge Drive near the intersection of North Lompa Lane.

The man was contacted and placed into cuffs. Prior to the transport to jail officers searched the man for contraband. At this time, officers located a cloth pouch in the man's rear pants pocket which contained a crack pipe and a small plastic baggie containing meth. The charges are possession of a controlled substance, a felony, possession of drug paraphernalia, and two alternative sentencing warrants for his arrest. Bail: $9,637.

Those arrested and facing charges are innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.

The Sierra Nevada Health Center in Carson City will hold a grand opening July 16 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The public is invited.
A ribbon cutting ceremony will feature a reception, with refreshments, hors d’oeuvres, entertainment, raffle prizes and guided tours. Keynote speakers include: Mayor Bob Crowell, William G. Gordon, Board Chairman of Nevada Health Centers, Inc., and Thomas G. Chase, CEO of Nevada Health Centers, Inc.
The Sierra Nevada Health Center is located at 3325 Research Way, Carson City. The commemorative celebration is open to the public. Registration is required. Guest may RSVP by phone: (775) 888-662.

Nevada Health Centers, Inc. is a non-profit, Federally Qualified Community Health Center (FQHC) dedicated to providing access to quality health care throughout Nevada since 1977. NVHC currently operates 17 health centers throughout Nevada, which include two mobile programs, the Miles for Smiles Dental program and the NVHC Mammovan. NVHC accepts private insurance, Medicare, Medicaid and offers a sliding fee scale for those who qualify.

The new building located at 3325 Research Way, more than doubles the size of the previous Sierra Family Health Center, and will continue to offer family practice and preventative health care. In addition, Pharmacy services will now be available at the new site. People will have the opportunity to meet their healthcare needs under one roof. The Sierra Nevada Health Center is one of the largest health facility operated by NVHC. The Sierra Nevada Health Center was funded through the Health and Resources Administration, with funding from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, and the Carson City Community Support Grant.

For more information, visit online at www.nvhealthcenters.org

UPDATE: Carson City School District’s Aberasturi Center, a support services, early childhood program adjacent to Bordewich Bray, has flooded and school is closed today.

School staff discovered the massive water leak at around 7 a.m. this morning, said Carson City School District Superintendent Richard Stokes. More than two inches of water flooded the entire building.

It is undetermined when classes will resume. Carson City Early Childhood Center at 710 West Fourth Street, is a preschool that serves children ages 3-5. Carson City Early Childhood Center is Independent and has a capacity of 90 children. The center offers instructional programs in reading and math.

The district's operation department has hired an emergency team that goes in to help with flooding and cleanup, which is underway now.

"Part of the goal for us is to get the place dried up so we can chase down where the leak is," said Stokes. He said it is suspected to be part of an old boiler system but that still hasn't been determined.

As far as classes, Stokes said the district is weighing its options and working on alternative plans.

"I would encourage parents to be alert to the fact that we will be notifying them about what the next steps are in getting their children to school and ask that they be patient," said Stokes.

Classrooms, staff rooms, offices are flooded, with water damage seeping into carpets, papers, and equipment close to the ground. A damage estimate is unknown at this time.

By Thomas G. Chase
The U.S. House of Representatives has passed a repeal of Health Reform. Additionally, they passed budget cuts of $1.3 billion to existing funding for Community Health Centers (CHC’s).

Over the last 45 years, CHC’s have grown to provide primary care access to 20 million Americans. Study after study has shown that primary care in a CHC is less expensive and provides more reliable health outcomes than any other alternative for those with access challenges. Who is speaking for the needs of these patients?

Nevada Health Centers (NVHC) operates throughout the state and had over 175,000 patient encounters in 2010. Most of our clinics are in places where there is no other doctor. Who speaks for them? NVHC also operates a statewide Mammovan, serving communities like McGill, McDermitt and Duckwater. Who speaks for them? A repeal of Health Reform returns control of your health to insurance company executives and state administrators. Who is speaking for you?

NVHC delegates its authority for the Vaccine for Children (VFC) program statewide? Who will speak for the children who will no longer have access to vaccinations if our statewide presence goes away?

The decades of progress in increased access and public health community service provided by NVHC is at risk. We estimate our share of the cuts, for our patient population, is approximately $3.25 million, nearly half of our continuation funding.

Call or write your congressional representative and Senators:

— Tell them we need more doctors and community health centers for Nevada.

— Tell them we need to continue to fund expanded Medicaid eligibility in the state that has been hardest hit by the recession and we need to continue a pathway toward insurance for as many as 25 million Americans, including as many as 250,000 Nevadans.

— Tell them we need our neighbors and our children insured without restriction.

— Tell them the new mandates for preventative care are important to you.

— Tell them you are tired of being taxed, in your premiums, for the costs of emergency room care for the uninsured.

— Tell them we want a health system that works for all 308 million patients, not just the several hundred insurance companies and their C level executives.

— Tell them that the Medicare enhancements are important to you, your parents and grandparents.

— Tell them we expect them to evaluate Health Reform based on facts and evidence, not emotion and ideological rhetoric.

— Finally, tell them that, after 45 years, we can evaluate the effectiveness of Community Health Centers. Tell them Health Centers are consistently rated by the Congressional Budget Office in the top ten of all federal programs. Tell them that a program this successful is important to your community, be it Amargosa Valley, Austin, Beatty, Carlin, Carson City, Crescent Valley, Elko, Eureka, Jackpot, Las Vegas, North Las Vegas, Reno, West Wendover or Virginia City. If you don’t tell them, who will speak for you?

— Writer Thomas G. Chase is Chief Executive Officer of Nevada Health Centers, Inc., located at 1802 N. Carson Street in Carson City. He can be reached at (775) 888-6614 or by e-mail, tchase@nvhealthcenters.org

Here is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada and Northern California. This report is for the week of Oct. 22, 2014.

ADOBE POND:
Tom Loe of Sierra Drifters Fly Fishing Guide Service (760-935-4250) (www.sierradrifters.com) reports:

ALMANOR LAKE, CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
Fast action lures were getting more trout than any other method.  
Try the east side of the peninsula, from Bunell Point north to Big Cove, with downrigged No. 2 Needlefish or Speedy Shiners.
Courtesy of Western Outdoor News.

ANGEL LAKE, ELKO COUNTY, NEV:
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (www.ndow.org) reports:
Fishing continues to be good at Angel Lake as the surface water temperatures are in the low 50’s.
This reservoir seems to do better with worms over Power Bait and with small black and gold or green and gold spinners and rooster tails.
For flies, just about anything olive or with peacock herl for nymphs should improve your chances. Red and yellow seems to be the best color for dries.
Hopper patterns are very good right now, though after the cold front they won’t be as effective.
A popular rig is a small yellow stimulator with an olive soft hackle fished about three to four feet below it. Fish this near brush, rock faces and rocky shorelines.
The tigers are a bit more aggressive this time of year as they are a cross between a brown and a brook trout, both fall spawners.

BISHOP CREEK AREA, CALIF:
Rick and Patti Apted - Lake Sabrina Boat Landing (760-873-7425) (www.lakesabrinaboatlanding.com) reports:
Lake Sabrina:
The Lake Sabrina Boating landing is now closed.

BOCA RESERVOIR, CALIF:
Mountain Hardware and Sports of Truckee (530-587-4844) (mountainhardwareandsports@gmail.com) reports: 
Lake level very low here at only 20% capacity. 
Small car top boats, small aluminum boats or float tubes here, water level is too low to launch anything else.  
Fishing by the dam in the morning has been good along with the inlet portion of the lake more towards the evening.

BRIDGEPORT RESERVOIR, CALIF:
Tom Loe of the Sierra Drifters Guide Service (760-935-4250) (www.sierradrifters.com) reports:
Bridgeport Reservoir 10/20/14
Shore/tube fishing possible. Lake is very low.
This fishery closes on 11/15. Opens the last Saturday of April 2015.

CAPLES LAKE, CALIF:
John Voss of the Caples Lake Resort (209-258-8888) (www.capleslakeresort,com) reports:
An awesome 3 pound Rainbow Trout was caught trolling in a Caples Resort rental boat, using pink power bait by resort guests, Chris Jennings and his son.  
The water temperature is 54 degrees, cooling down and the fishing is definitely picking up. 
Come enjoy the stunning Fall colors and great fishing here.
We still have cabins available.
Please visit www.capleslakeresort.com for more information.

CAVE LAKE, WHITE PINE COUNTY, NEV:
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (www.ndow.org) reports:
Fishing is good for 10 to 12 inch trout.
The old standbys of worms or Power Bait are both working.
Fly rodders should be using small olive buggers, Cave Lake specials, hares ears, small leeches and chironomids.
There has been some good dry fly action mid morning and late afternoon.
Dries fished with a dropper, especially along the weed edges can be very effective here even in the late fall on warm afternoons.
The usual arrangement of dry flies such as Adams, elk hair caddis, royal coachmen, stimulators and renegades are all effective for dries, while soft hackles, prince nymphs, PT’s, hares ears and small leech patterns make great droppers. Black and gold or green and gold spinners and rooster tails should also be effective.

CONVICT LAKE AND CONVICT CREEK, CALIF:
Convict Lake Resort (800-992-2260) (www.convictlake.com) reports:
For the second week in a row we had a record fish for the 2014 season photographed at the resort.
This report's "catch of the week" was the largest fish caught from Convict Lake that was checked in at the general store.
Congrats to Craig Miszklevitz with an amazing catch.
Lures and jigs landed some nice trophy trout this week.
Bait fishing with nightcrawlers also remained hot. 
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Catch of the Week:
Craig Miszklevitz from Lancaster, CA hooked a 8 pound lunker which resulted in the "catch of the week" and the "catch of the year".
Craig was using a Sierra Slammer swimbait and he was fishing the north shore. 
Congratulations Craig on an amazing catch.
Other notable catches this week:
 Lonnie Nafzgar from Graeagle, CA with a 3 pound 12 ounce rainbow and a fat 5 pound 12 ounce rainbow. Lonnie was using a Red/Gold Thomas Buoyant and he was trolling the center of the lake.
Joe Bellantoni from Ontario, CA landed a beautiful 4 pound 5 ounce rainbow.
Joe was using a white jig and was fishing at an unknown location.
Michael Caudillo from Quartz Hill, CA caught a 4 pound and 5 ounce rainbow.
He was using Rainbow Garlic Powerbait and was fishing at the Inlet. 
Joann Lijek from Bishop, CA hooked a stout 5 pound 5 ounce rainbow.
She was using a nightcrawler while fishing along the South Shore near the Inlet. 
Robby Shott from Wildomar, CA with two nice Convict Lake trout.
One was a 3 pounder and the other was a 4 pound 6 ounce rainbow.
Robby was using a nightcrawler and he was fishing at the Inlet.
Tactics/Bait: 
Kastmasters, Thomas Bouyants and Tasmanian Devils were doing well at the lake.
The top colors were Black Thunder (Tasmanian Devils), Red/Gold (Bouyants) and Gold or Silver (Kastmaster). 
A Sierra Slammer Swimbait landed the largest fish of the season.
I'm a big fan of these swimbaits. I've done well with the Grasshopper, King Crimson and Blue Skiner colors.
A lot of different colors of Power bait were working especially anything with garlic. The most successful Power bait colors were yellow, green and rainbow.
Inflated nightcrawler caught some nice rainbows this week.  
The North Shore and inlet were the hot spots. Other locations fishing well were the Inlet, Hangman's Tree, Jetty and South Shore. 
Here is a list of other baits/lures that can be productive:
Sierra Slammers, Tasmanian Devil, Green or brown Marvel Fly Lures, Trout Teasers, Panther Martin, Needlefish, Roostertails, and Bite-on Fury Shad or Lip Ripperz Hatchery Dust on Power bait.
Here is a list of recommended flies:  
Dry Flies:
Adams, Female Adams, Cutter's Caddis, Elk Hair Caddis, Stimulators, Black/Red Ants, Sierra Bright Dot, Royal Coachman and Hoppers.  
Streamers:
Wooly Bugger (black, brown, olive, or green), Mutuka (black, brown, olive, or green), Hornberg, and Muddler Minnows. 
Wet Flies (Nymphs):
Prince Nymph, Flashback Pheasant Tail, Hare's Ear, Zebra Midge (red and black), Copper John (red and copper) and San Juan Worm (brown or red).
Other Resources:
View our Convict Lake Fishing Map and Fishing Rig Suggestion brochures.
Both brochures are available in the General Store.
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Weather: 
Highs are going to be in the low 60's and the lows in the mid 30's. The forecast is for mostly sunny throughout the beginning of next week and breezy on Monday. Here is the National Weather Service link that is usually quite accurate: 7-Day Forecast Convict Lake.
Sunrise - Sunset:
Sunrise this week 7:07 am - 7:12 am and Sunset 6:16 pm - 6:08 pm. 
Stocking: 
No stocking scheduled this week.
The next plant of trophy trout at the lake will be  Oct. 30. 

CROWLEY LAKE, CALIF:
Steve Osterman of Performance Guide Service (760-934-6101) (www.performanceanglers.com) reports:
The lake has been on fire. Lots of big fish being hooked.
The fish are moving into the shallower water 6-8 feet.
Try copper zebra midges and Stevie's Wonder gray/black.
Also the perch fry are abundant so a matuka or an olive woolly bugger on  a sink tip or a full sink line has been productive as well.

CROWLEY LAKE, CALIF:
Tom Loe of the Sierra Drifters Guide Service (760-935-4250) (www.sierradrifters.com) reports:
Crowley Lake 10/20/14
Bite is back on in several locations.
Fish are definitely moving into shallower water in some locations. 6-10 feet if you see some texture or have cloud cover. There are concentrations of fish all over the lake.  Move to another area if you are not getting grabs & weather permits.
The numbers of 20 inch fish have been amazing this fall.
Consistent areas are Hilton Bay, Sandy Pt., Alligator Pt., Layton Springs, & Six Bays. 9-13 feet.
The slope east of Sometimes Bay called Stormy Flats now has a concentration of fish. Good area for tube access in nice weather.
Success using the still water nymphing method depends on position & conditions in a given area.  
The fish can be concentrated in a location, but wind direction & barometric pressure will dictate how your day will go.
As a very general rule…try to position yourself in shallow water fishing towards deeper water. Fish the “lee”, or down current side of a drop-off or peninsula.
Streamer fishing has slowed down due to above average chironomid activity. It can still be a good option for off hatch periods.
As the weather continues to become more seasonal patterns like Loebergs, Punk Perch, crystal Vanderleeches, & Agent Orange will once again be effective. 
Water temps are cooling & the fish are migrating to the “gut” of the lake.
The “Island” off Hilton Pt. is now totally protruding and look likes a volcano has popped up!
We are seeing very low water on Crowley this season.
The fall turnover is ending, water clarity is very good.  
Try a broken back gillie, crystal emerger, midge pupa, or standard gillie for your upper fly during chironomid emergences.
Hang a broken back tiger or bb zebra midge, dark or copper crystal tigers, or crystal zebras as the larva/lower fly.
Give those flies some action if the surface is calm.
You are competing with swimming/wiggling critters, and the movement of your flies is crucial to getting grabs.  
CDFW has planted sub-catchable sized fish, treat them kindly as they are the future of this fishery.  
Special angling restrictions now in place.
Pinch those barbs down, love them and leave them, no scented or live bait please.
The boat launch closes on 10/31/14, the lake remains open for tubing and shore fishing with special regs until 11/15/14.

DAVIS LAKE, CALIF:
Rob Anderson of www.renoflyfishingoutfitters.com (775-742-1754) reports:
October 14th
The Water Temperatures at Davis have come down quite a bit.
The fall bite is starting to kick in.
Fish are still really spread out in the lake which makes it important to move around until you find some fish. They can be in one area one day and in a completely different area the next.
Hanging Blood Midges under an indicator in 4-12 feet of water has been effective. Wiggle Tails with a smaller Callabaetis dropper fished with a slow sinking line is also starting to improve.
Davis is low and there are lots of features to the lake right now.
It is a fun time to fish for sure.
Lightning Tree campground is still open as well.

DAVIS LAKE, CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
Fly fishing is still slow, but is improving for anglers at Lake Davis, according to J&J Grizzly Store and Camping Restaurant.
“One angler reported catching and releasing 3 rainbows from 20 to 21 inches long this morning,” said Graham. “He was fishing orange Wooly Buggers off Jenkins Point. ”
Trolling has been slow. Boaters are experiencing the top action while fishing rainbow garlic Power Bait and worms around the Big Island, said Graham.
“Shore fishermen are finding the best action early in the morning and late in the evenings in Mallard Cove while tossing out nightcrawlers,” she advised.
Brown bullhead catfish offer the hottest action on the reservoir.
“Shore anglers are hooking lots of cats averaging 1 to 1-1/2 pounds while using worms in Coot Bay and off Camp Five,” she added.
The lake is 58 percent of capacity and surface water temperatures range from 68 to 72 degrees.
Courtesy of the Fishsniffer.com. 

DAVIS LAKE, CALIF:
Mountain Hardware and Sports of Truckee (530-587-4844) (mountainhardwareandsports@gmail.com) reports:
For the Fly Flingers in Boats or Float Tubes the best areas have been Lightning Tree, Fairview Point, Mosquito Cove, and along Five Tree Point shoreline. 
Stripping Jay Fair's Wiggle tails in Olive and Black have been good along with nymphing Chironomid and midge patterns. 
Waning Callibaetis hatches have also picked up some fish where there are lots of weeds such as the Mosquito Cove area. 
Highly recommended that you use nothing less than 4x leader or tippet here as the takes are aggressive! 
As the weeds start to disappear now with the colder temps those trolling hardware have had lots of success with needlefish, kastmasters, wedding rings, and small Dick Nites. 
Big Rainbows here as the average is around 18 inches!

DONNER LAKE, CALIF:
Mountain Hardware and Sports of Truckee (530-587-4844) (mountainhardwareandsports@gmail.com) reports: 
This lake was stocked heavily a while ago but still continues to fish well! 
With temps in the mid 60's for the week it's a great time to get out in the morning and evenings to fish though this lake will put fish out during the day. 
Mack fishing here has been fair and Jigging for these guys  have been good at depths from 70-100ft and some smaller guys being caught along the shoreline.
Kokanee fishing has still be good with fat little guys ranging from 8-11 inches in 45-80 feet with most of the schools being between Loch Leven Lodge and China Cove as these will be next year's Kokes. 
Also, for the boaters, there is a section off the shoreline at the State Park where the depth drops off quickly and lots of fish are concentrated there.  
Small Macks have been busy cruising the shorelines in the morning and evening picking of small rainbows.  Throw imitations that will mimic these and smaller baitfish now in these dusk and dawn hours to be successful!

EAGLE LAKE, CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
Get out early and be ready to fish at first light.  
Fish the east side of the lake by the springs at Eagle's Nest with lead core from 3 to 6 colors deep.  Options included Sure Catch Goldilocks, bikini Needlefish or Jay Fair flies.  Bobberfishing with nightcrawlers has also been a good option as well.
Courtesy of Western Outdoor News.

EAGLE VALLEY RESERVOIR, LINCOLN COUNTY, NEV:
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (www.ndow.org) reports:
Fishing has improved this past week and NDOW stocked 7,500 rainbows at this Lincoln County reservoir.
Fly-fishers saw success for rainbows using Woolly Buggers in brown, olive and black in the center of the lake, while shore anglers found good action with a black hare’s ear nymph.
Water clarity is slowly improving and German brown trout should start their fall spawning soon.
The facilities at the campground are open year around.

ECHO CANYON RESERVOIR, LINCOLN COUNTY, NEV:
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (www.ndow.org) reports:
Both crappie and bass were hitting this past week as the water temperature increased a little with the warmer days.
Trout are taking nightcrawlers with mini marshmallow for bait anglers, and according to park rangers the fish should start hitting on silver or gold spinners soon. Trout action generally picks up with fall temperatures.

FALL RIVER, CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
Water Conditions are great and the fishing has been excellent.  
The better hatches have been going off in the mornings.  
This is one of the rivers that will close on Nov. 15th.
Courtesy of Western Outdoor News.

FEATHER RIVER, CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
There are some kings being caught here at the bottom, middle and upper ends of the river.
Down low, the anchor crowd at the color line at Verona has been seeing slow to decent fishing, deepening on the day while fishing K15’s and spinners. Anchor anglers fishing plugs above Shanghai Falls are also seeing a few spurts of fish moving at first light.
Up around Thermalito, there are some dark springers and a few moderately bright fall fish but the flows are low, warm and grassy and it’s mostly a crack of dawn type of deal. 
Courtesy of fishwithjd.com.

FORT CHURCHILL COOLING PONDS, LYON COUNTY, NEV:
Closed.

FRENCHMAN RESERVOIR, CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
Fall fishing is getting off to a great start here at Frenchman Lake.
A man from Graeagle caught two 18 to 20 inch rainbows from his kayak while trolling flashers and power bait.
While he was fishing he saw 3 fly fishermen catching some nice sized rainbows near Frenchman boat launch. 
Another man from Reno, a regular at Frenchman Lake and often mentioned in this fishing report, caught 4 rainbows totaling 9 lbs (1 fish weighed 3.07 lbs!). He was bank fishing from the dam with nightcrawlers.
Courtesy of Wiggin's Trading Post.

HOT CREEK, CALIF:
Steve Osterman of Performance Guide Service (760-934-6101) (www.performanceanglers.com) reports:
Water flow is up a bit to 4 CFS. Try an attractor dry  like a stimulator  with a nymph as a dropper WD-40, green rock worms or scuds. 
Weed's are beginning to break down.

HOT CREEK, CALIF:
Tom Loe of the Sierra Drifters Guide Service (760-935-4250) (www.sierradrifters.com) reports:
Hot Creek 10/20/14
Hot Creek is suffering from low water, silt, and extensive weed growth.  
This limits the available water you can fish.
Dry flies are the most effective patterns to use. I suggest a 10 foot leader and rod to keep the fly line off the weeds. My hi-vis caddis & hi-vis para BWO are good choices to fish the faster slot water that has less weed.  
There are a few sections that can be fished with a dry dropper nymph rig. Broken back zebras or assassin birds nest bead heads in #18 are good calls for the dropper.
This is a year around fishery with special regs in place.

ILLIPAH RESERVOIR, WHITE PINE COUNTY, NEV:
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (www.ndow.org) reports:
Water levels have stabilized and anglers report good success for fish between 12 and 17 inches. Most anglers are having success with Power Bait.
Float tube anglers continue to report good fishing for trout primarily early in the morning and late in the afternoon.
Best area seems to be in the area where the creek enters the lake.
Brown trout are very active as they enter their fall spawning season.
Minnow imitations, natural baits and wooly buggers on a sinking line are all worth a try here.
Shore anglers report good luck on the west side of the lake and at the inlet where the creek enters the reservoir.
Other flies this time of year should include prince nymphs, zug bugs, hares ears and damsel fly nymphs.

JAKE'S/BOIES RESERVOIR, ELKO COUNTY, NEV:
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (www.ndow.org) reports:
The wind really helped clear some of the weeds out and shore fishing is definitely getting easier here.
There is open water between the shore and a small ring of weeds.
There are also channels through the weeds so shore anglers are having a better time getting their bait to the fish and fishing has been good.
Anglers should try Power Bait and worms or small spinners fished slowly.
Fly rodders should give hares ears, PT nymphs, zug bugs and prince nymphs along with wooly buggers a chance.
Fish are averaging 10 to 17 inches in size with most anglers using small spinners, minnow imitations or flies.

JIGGS/ZUNINO RESERVOIR, ELKO COUNTY, NEV:
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (www.ndow.org) reports:
Construction is almost complete at this Elko County Reservoir that has been dry for the past five or six years.
All that is left is some mechanical work on the outflow mechanism for irrigation, rip rap on the dam and the spillway channel and a bentonite clay “wall” around the deep water pool in the middle of the lake.
With some help from Mother Nature in the form of snow this winter, and anglers may be lucky enough to be fishing this beautiful little gem by early summer.

JUNE LAKE LOOP, CALIF:
Steve Osterman of Performance Guide Service (760-934-6101) (www.performanceanglers.com) reports:
Grant - Gull - June - Silver Lakes and Rush Creek:
Rush Creek flow is up to 26 CFS and fishing is fair.
Try a humpie or stimulator with a hares ear or pheasant tail dropper.

LAUGHTON, CLARK COUNTY, NEV:
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (www.ndow.org) reports:
Colorado River:
Anglers continue to have fair success catching stripers and catfish in the areas of Big Bend, Community Park and the Casino Row.
Anchovies have generated the most active response from the fish.
Anglers’ primary focus remains on the recently stocked rainbow trout.
Many anglers are reporting limits of eight- to twelve-inch fish.
Most of the catch is coming from the stocking points of Rotary Park and Davis Camp, but the trout are beginning to disperse to various pockets along the river.
Nightcrawlers or Power Bait with a little Hatchery Dust has enticed many fish.

LEWISTON LAKE, CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
Fishing has been fair to good. Best reports are generated by anglers fishing early in the mornings. Fishing #16 Pheasant Tail Nymphs or #16 Black A.P.s has been the most productive techniques. Retrieving leeches on full sinking on a sinking line is also a productive method of angling with a fly rod on Lewiston. 
Lewiston is known for its big, bad bows. Best fishing happens mid day.
Courtesy of The Fly Shop.

MAMMOTH LAKES BASIN, CALIF:
Steve Osterman of Performance Guide Service (760-934-6101) (www.performanceanglers.com) reports:
George Lake - Mary Lake – Mamie Lake – Twin Lakes:
Fishing was better last week and all the lakes are well stocked.
Try Upper Twin with Doc's Twin Lake Special black or olive or try hanging a callibaetis nymph under an indicator.

MARLETT LAKE, WASHOE COUNTY, NEV:

Closed.

MARTIS LAKE, CALIF:
Mountain Hardware and Sports of Truckee (530-587-4844) (mountainhardwareandsports@gmail.com) reports:
CLOSED FOR THE REST OF THE YEAR BECAUSE OF WEEDS AND SPORADIC FISH LOSS!

MASON VALLEY WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREA, NEV:
Closed.

LAKE MEAD, CLARK COUNTY, NEV:
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (www.ndow.org) reports:
With cooler weather here to stay, now is not only a good time, but also an enjoyable time to go fishing.
Anglers have reported moderate success for striped bass, catfish and smallmouth bass, with afternoons providing the best fishing.
Largemouth bass have been a little harder to come by.
Jigging has been the most successful technique for catching striped bass.
Trolling in the Boulder Basin also has been productive.
Drop shot rigs fished around cliff walls, rocky points or areas with submerged weed beds have been productive for smallmouth bass.
Catfish are active in the backs of coves at night and are hitting a variety of baits, such as hot dogs, chicken livers or corn.

LAKE MOHAVE, CLARK COUNTY, NEV:
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (www.ndow.org) reports:
Reports of anglers catching fish on the lake has been sparse but conditions are right for tight lines.
Success has been had by anglers fishing the backs of coves.
Catfish can be found cruising the shallows at night while bluegill and redear sunfish are most active in the morning and late afternoon.
Nightcrawlers or pieces thereof can work well for these species.
Striped bass have been a little more elusive but fishing has picked up in the late afternoon hours with anchovies being the top bait.

OWENS RIVER, CALIF:
Steve Osterman of Performance Guide Service (760-934-6101) (www.performanceanglers.com) reports:
Upper Owens River:
Flow is steady at 54 CFS. The water is low and clear.
Try caddis pupa, San Juan worms and egg patterns.
The fish are scattered so cover lots of water.
Lower Owens River:
Water flow  has dropped to 135 CFS and fishing  is good.
A mid-day BWO hatch is bringing the fish to the surface.
Para Adam's or sparkle dun. 
Nymphing with Barr's graphic caddis, olive pheasant tails or copper zebra midges very productive.

OWENS RIVER, CALIF:
Tom Loe of the Sierra Drifters Guide Service (760-935-4250) (www.sierradrifters.com) reports:
Upper Owens River 10/20/14
Fair “catching” here for medium rainbows and a few browns, it is picking up this week. Some large migratory rainbows now holding in the deeper pools.
Steady action while nymphing the deeper holes above the bridge.
Hopper activity slowing down with the cooler weather in the morns.
Water conditions are very good, although flows are very low.
You will find the river choked with weed in many sections down from the bridge. River conditions are better above the confluence of Hot Creek.
Tandem nymph rigs in the deeper pools are doing the trick.
You can dead drift broken back midges & egg patterns without an Under-cator.
Flows consistent at 49 CFS. Short water tactics are necessary to fool the wild fish here. Look for the deeper pools and runs during off hatch periods.
Caddis (#18 or smaller dark bodies) and mayfly adults are good choices for the open riffle water. Hi-vis para bwo and caddis # 16-18 will get grabs.  
Some hoppers showing up now. Use a Stimulator or larger hi-vis pattern with a bead head nymph as the dropper 2 feet beneath the dry for a deadly tanden rig.
Nymphing with SJ worms, crystal soft egg patterns, flashback PT’s, Assassin bird’s nest, broken back midges, crystal olive caddis & zebra larva patterns near the bottom. I prefer to use a clear or yellow Under-cator on moving water as they are less conspicuous.
The pink & orange work better on the still waters like Crowley and Bridgeport.  
Think about streamers in the stiff afternoon winds.
You will have to hunt down pools large; or deep enough to cast a streamer-they are very limited under current conditions. 
Patterns like Loebergs, Punk Perch, Crystal Leeches, & Agent Orange will get takes when used with a light sinking tip line.
Special angling regs in effect.
Open year around upstream from the Benton Crossing Bridge. Closed from the Bridge to the fishing monument until the Saturday of Memorial Day 2015. Same regs as Crowley Lake downstream from the monument to the lake proper, this section will then close on 11/15.
Middle Owens River (Bishop area) 10/20/14 
Flows have dropped to 138 CFS & conditions are very good drifting the lower sections, & wading the wild trout area.
Numbers have been excellent off the drift boat, the bigs are on the chew.
It has been EXCELLENT recently for trophy bows.
There are solid hatches of fall caddis, tiny Trico mayflies, and some PMD’s.
Birds nest patterns like Assassins, flashback PT’s, and hares ears make for good profiles of a mayfly nymph and caddis pupa. 
Crystal olive caddis larva, & olive zebra midges are also good choices for a lower fly imitation of  caddis larvae, green rock worms, or midge larva.
Have hi-vis caddis adults & hi-vis para mayfly adults for the morning hatch.
The chub and sucker spawn was immense this summer, and we are seeing “balls” of these small baitfish in the pillow water and along the weeds. Streamer fishing is the best way to imitate these small forage fish by using the “dip & strip technique” with heavy to moderate sinking tip lines.
Go to patterns are Loebergs, Punk Perch, Crystal leeches, & Spruce-a-bu’s.
This fishery stays open year around.
Special regs from the footbridge at Pleasant Valley campground to the fishing monument 4.5 miles downstream. 

PAHRANAGAT WILDLIFE REFUGE, LINCOLN COUNTY, NEV:
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (www.ndow.org) reports:
Anglers are finding some success at the upper marsh for panfish and catfish.
Mealworms or nightcrawlers below a bobber will catch fish.

PIT RIVER, CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
It continues to fish well.  September, and into October are high season months here, but bring a staff, as the rocks and boulders in here are unforgiving.  
This is one of the rivers that will close on Nov. 15.
Courtesy of Western Outdoor News.

PROSSER RESERVOIR, CALIF:
Mountain Hardware and Sports of Truckee (530-587-4844) (mountainhardwareandsports@gmail.com) reports: 
Lake is at 21% capacity and has been fishing great for the Smallmouth. 
Crayfish and minnow patterns have been good for the flyflingers and Crayfish crankbaits, Senkos, Panther Martin spinners, and live worms have been good for the rest.  Fishing outside the inlets and around the dam has produced the best results.  Smallmouth fishing here has been great in the evening hours!

PYRAMID LAKE, WASHOE COUNTY,NEV:
Rob Anderson of www.renoflyfishingoutfitters.com (775-742-1754) reports:
October 14th
The first two weeks of the season have been really good overall.
The fish have been aggressively chasing Tui Chubs around the lake and in some cases right up to shore and in shallow water.
Most of the fish however have been in 20-60 feet of water.
Anglers fishing from boats either trolling or jigging in those depths seem to be doing the best.
Shore fishing has been a little tougher for sure.
The key right now is finding fish and the bait. This can require some moving around and fishing different areas.
Shore anglers can focus on deep drop off areas such as Block House or Sand hole. Boaters are doing very well across the lake near Anderson Bay or Hell’s Kitchen and also on the West side near Warrior Point and heading south.
There have been some really big fish caught so far and it should only get better over the next couple of months.
The water is still pretty warm near the surface so take care releasing fish after a long fight.
Jigs and Spoons are working for the boaters in 20-60 feet of water.
Shore Anglers fly fishing should try a fast sinking line with small Minnow Patterns or Wooly Buggers in White or Olive.
If you venture out into the lake with a Pontoon Boat or Float Tube look for water in the 20-30 feet range and let your line sink.
Lots of grabs are coming on the way up from the bottom.
Indicator Nymphing is also worth a try but you need to be able to get your flies down deep. An Umpqua Deep Water Indicator Leader is the way to go for sure. This allows you to fish under an indicator in up to 20 feet. Try Big Nymph Patterns such as Maholo Nymphs and Leeches that will sink a little faster.

RUBY LAKE NWR, WHITE PINE, COUNTY, NEV:
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (www.ndow.org) reports:
Water temperatures continue to drop and bass fishing is pretty much done for the year. Water levels are low and Narciss is nothing more than a mud flat.
The main boat ramp is still usable, though care should be taken especially on the west side of the dock which has a drop off below the ramp.
The collection ditch is still hit or miss for trout though it should start picking up.
Small olive buggers, hare’s ears, damsel/dragonfly nymphs and leech patterns should all work.
The ditch is artificial lures and flies only.
Unit 21 still has fairly good water and has been stocked with trout.

RYE PATCH RESERVOIR, PERSHING COUNTY, NEV:
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (www.ndow.org) reports:
The boat launches are closed due to low water levels.
Shore launching is risky and is done at your own risk.
Fishing has been slow. 

SACRAMENTO RIVER (LOWER), CALIF:
Kirk and Lisa Portocarrero at outdooradventures@sacriverguide.com and www.sacriverguide.com (1-800-670-4448) report:
King Salmon fishing:
October 20, 2014- 
King Salmon fishing on the Sacramento River.
Water flow is currently 5,000 CFS.
Limits of salmon being caught daily. Salmon fishing the Sacramento River today was awesome, limits !  All of our boats catching fish.
Fishing the Corning , CA  to  Balls Ferry area.
This is Prime time. Salmon averaging in weight over 20 pounds, several fish caught over 30 pounds.
Using Flatfish lures is the hot ticket. 
Combo trips , salmon, trout and steelhead trips have been great also.
Pro Guide Kirk Portocarrero picked up limits of salmon and hooked up with 18 rainbows and 8 steelhead with his clients yesterday.
Weather is mild and perfect for fishing.

SACRAMENTO RIVER (LOWER), CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
Releases out of Keswick Reservoir are 4,451 CFS.
Time to start fishing egg patterns! King Salmon are just starting to lay eggs and the rainbows are definitely keying on those tasty orange colored treats. Expect egg patterns to dominate the menu through October.
The fishing has been good, but sometimes there's a lull in the bite. Not every riffle, run has eager rainbows in it. There is decent wade access, but the best way to fish this river is out of a drift boat. 
#4 Brown Rubber Legs and small brown #18 mayfly patterns like Hogan's S&M, Mercer's Micro Mayfly are solid, proven patterns.
Dry fly fishing really isn't happening, but if you stick around near riffles and shallow water until sundown, you might find a few fish sipping off the surface, eating black caddis.
Have Mercer's Missing Link in #16-black. You should do well. 
Bring a good hook set and really pay attention to the indicator when drifting in a boat. The takes can be super subtle. It's really easy to miss your best opportunities. Best fishing happens late morning through the afternoon. The sweetest time to be on the water is at sunset.
Expect good fishing and stable conditions through October. 
A few of the hot flies have been egg patterns, #18 Super Flash PTs, TB Peaches & Cream, Bat Wing Emerger, Micro Mayflies in brown and black, #16-18 BH Pheasant Tail Nymphs. Brown Rubber Legs in #6-8 are always good.
Courtesy of the Fly Shop.

SACRAMENTO RIVER (UPPER), CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
This is hands-down the best time of the year to fish the Upper Sacramento.
Fishing has been fun along the entire length of this stretch of the River. From where the waters enter what will someday reemerge as Lake Shasta all the way upstream to Dunsmuir, CA., there's 35 miles of trout-water offering good fishing.
October Caddis are coming off at sunset. Expect good hatches of October Caddis through late October.
Nymphs suspended under October Caddis dries is an excellent plan! Look for good hatches of October Caddis near sunset along the upper river, above Sims Rd.
Productive nymph patterns include #18 Gordon's Amber Wing Prince, #16 Brown Micro Mayfly, #8 Brown or Black Rubber Legs.
Not too much much dry fly fishing happening, but anglers working the edges of tailouts can bring fish up throwing Fat Alberts, Foam-U-Lators, Golden Stones and Cutter's E/C Caddis.
Courtesy of The Fly Shop.

SACRAMENTO RIVER, CALIF:
J.D. Richey of www.fishingwithjd.com (916-388-1956) reports:
Report updated Oct. 15, 2014
Salmon: Signs of Life??
The Sac was brutal over the weekend, with approx 150 boats between Garcia Bend and Discovery and no salmon reported.
Sunday showed a little promise and then there were reports of limits near Walnut Grove on Tuesday.  
Guide JD Richey says it’s been a grind for 2-3 fish per day while trolling Spinner Dave’s spinners and Flatfish.
The river below the American is incredibly weedy and it’s warm everywhere — at or around 70 degrees.
Now, for the good news: They’ve been doing well on kings outside in the ocean all week and those fish are yet to come.
Combine that with some cooler weather now and that should turning around.
Around Hamilton City, it’s a darkie-fest with nothing worth eating being caught.

SAN JOAQUIN RIVER, CALIF:
Tom Loe of the Sierra Drifters Guide Service (760-935-4250) (www.sierradrifters.com) reports:
San Joaquin River 10/20/14
Flows are at winter levels-very, very low. 
This is a year around fishery.
Hwy 203 closes to vehicles after the first significant snowfall.

SAN JOAQUIN RIVER/RED’S MEADOW, CALIF:
Steve Osterman of Performance Guide Service (760-934-6101) (www.performanceanglers.com) reports:
Flow is now 4 CFS. Fishing is slow.

SHASTA LAKE, CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
Cover lots of water and target the first 5 feet with crankbaits and spinnerbaits for bass.  If you can find shade on hard structure, like rock or wood in the afternoon, head for that.  Best bet has been the first two, and last two, hours of the day.  Look for bass rounding up the baitfish.
Courtesy of Western Outdoor News.

SOUTH FORK RESERVOIR, ELKO COUNTY, NEV:
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (www.ndow.org) reports:
Water temperatures in the 50’s and with wind from earlier in the week, much of the weeds and algae have been blown to shore helping to clear the water.
With the cooler temperatures trout are moving into shore especially in the morning and early evening hours.
For trout, fluorescent green or orange/yellow seem to be the preferred colors of Power Bait.
Fly rodders continue to catch fish using chironomids, hare’s ears, wooly bugger and leech patterns. Leech patterns suspended under an indicator near weed beds and close to shorelines should work great this time of year.
Several fly flishermen report luck with either red or blue copper Johns below an indicator in the shallows close to shore. Ditto for chironomids, though fish those over muddy bottoms.
Bass fishing has slowed down considerably, though this time of year is good for larger bass. Anglers report fair to good fishing along Jet Ski Beach and the south end. The eastern shore on either side of Tomera Cove has been fishing well, especially for fly rodders using the aforementioned copper Johns. One angler even reports some good dry fly action along the eastern shore below the campground around mid morning.

STAMPEDE RESERVOIR, CALIF:
Mountain Hardware and Sports of Truckee (530-587-4844) (mountainhardwareandsports@gmail.com) reports: 
Lake is stable now at 22% capacity and fishing has been decent for Rainbows, Macks, and Smallies. 
Small boats can still launch to the right of the ramp as they are concentrating their efforts outside the inlets and the deeper sections around the dam. 
Shore fishing has been sporadic for the Bows with power bait, nightcrawlers, and various hardware. 
Smallies are suspended along shelves in the Davis Creek arm and most are being taken on suspending baitfish patterns, Crayfish patterns, and various Jigs worked down these shelves. 

LAKE TAHOE:
A continuing report of limits of average sized Mackinaw Trout being caught on silver flasher blades and minnows, trolled at depths of 100-300 feet on the west side of the lake near Homewood, California.

TOPAZ LAKE:
Closed.

TRINITY RIVER, CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
River flows are 429 CFS.
Interested in catching steelhead by skating dries? Right now is the time to do it.
Get on this river within the next couple weeks or at least while weather conditions remain warm. Warm weather means water temps will stay within the 55-65° range.
Steelhead seem to follow or chase after swung flies on the surface or sub-surface more aggressively when water temps are above 50°.
Over all, water conditions are good this week and fishing is good. Expect to get into one steelhead, maybe 2. Get more than 3 and you're probably going to find double digits because you're surrounded by Steelhead. Enjoy!
Courtesy of The Fly Shop.

TRUCKEE RIVER, CALIF & NEV:
Rob Anderson of www.renoflyfishingoutfitters.com (775-742-1754) reports:
October 14th
The river remains very low. The highest flows are around Farad at 69 CFS.
The water is cooler now for sure.
The best areas for fish are on the California side of the River between Boca Bridge and the State Line. This section of the river has the most water and a pretty good gradient with more flowing water.
The Upper California section and the Nevada side are relatively flat and run much slower in low water situations creating much more “Frog Water”.
The whole river can be fished but try to tread lightly and take care of the fish.
There has been some Baetis And even an October Caddis hatch occasionally in the evenings.
Flows are: Town of Truckee 6 CFS, Boca Bridge 54 CFS, Farad 69 CFS, Reno 34 CFS and Vista 80 CFS.

TRUCKEE RIVER, CALIF & NEV:
Mountain Hardware and Sports of Truckee (530-587-4844) (mountainhardwareandsports@gmail.com) reports: 
California:
Nice weather all week with lows in the 30's and high in the low to mid 60's. 
Water temps have come down and that means one can fish all day now!  
Fish are pretty concentrated now and everyone should put in the back of their minds what the river looks like now. Take a careful look at structure that is now out or partly out of the water for a reference later when the water does come up. 
Almost no water coming out of Tahoe and most anglers if they are going to fish the river will fish downstream of the Boca outlet.   
Even though water levels are now low the fishing has been pretty good with some good dry fly fishing if you know time and place. 
Great time to use a dry dropper rig and cover some water! 
Nymphing will consist of Stones or October Caddis trailed by PMD, Caddis, BWO and Midge patterns have been great. 
Also, Crayfish are done molting but don't pass up on throwing a crayfish pattern in those deep holes and stretches that one can find on the Big T. 
Streamer fishing and dry fly fishing has picked up recently below Boca. 
That means not just nymphing!  Explore different stretches of water and give your old spot a break or try and fish the area lakes. Still, most fish will be taken by high-sticking the pocket water. 
Lots of things on the menu now such as BWO's, Baetis, Midges, October Caddis, Stones, and waning hatches of Caddis and PMD's.  If you're fishing dries consider using 4x-6x leaders now and when nymphing 4x-5x tippet.
Nevada:
Caution!  If you do fish the Truckee in Nevada please be aware that New Zealand Mudsnails have been found in sections of water there so please clean your shoes and gear accordingly to avoid aquatic hitch hikers!  
Study the water and turn rocks and see what is going on, also seine for what is in the drift.  Little things like this and slowing your approach to the river’s edge will greatly increase your chances of being successful. 
Again, make sure your box is stocked with every conceivable stage of bugs that are present now!  (x) = drawer number.

TRUCKEE RIVER, LITTLE, CALIF:
Rob Anderson of www.renoflyfishingoutfitters.com (775-742-1754) reports:
October 14th
Flows have been holding steady at 40 CFS for a while now. These are low flows but we are used to seeing the Little Truckee at these flows this time of year.
There has been a really good Baetis Hatch going on for some time, usually in mid to late morning.
Nymphing and dry fly fishing with size 18-20 Baetis patterns have been working well.
The Little Truckee has been getting hammered all season so a good pattern, a good drift and a stealthy approach is a must.
Light Tippet will also help. Less drifts and more observation will help a ton.
Take a good look at a run or pool and watch for feeding fish. After you have made a few casts give it a break for a few minutes and try a new angle.
Look for fish in shallow moving water.
Keep an eye on your flies for moss and muck from the river.

TRUCKEE RIVER, LITTLE, CALIF:
Mountain Hardware and Sports of Truckee (530-587-4844) (mountainhardwareandsports@gmail.com) reports:
Done.

VIRGINIA LAKES, CALIF:
John and Carolyn Webb of the Virginia Lakes Resort (760-647-6484) (vir@qnet.com) report:
Have a great winter, and let's pray for a lot of snow for water to refill all the reservoirs, lakes and streams with plenty for the ski resorts.
May you all have a Happy, Healthy 2015, see you on the water in late April!
Carolyn

WALKER LAKE, MINERAL COUNTY, NEV:
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (www.ndow.org) reports:
No new updates. No Lahontan cutthroat have been reported or seen at Walker Lakes since 2009.
Launching is not possible right now.

WALKER RIVER, EAST, NEV. & CALIF:
Rob Anderson of www.renoflyfishingoutfitters.com (775-742-1754) reports:
October 14th
The East Walker is extremely low right now at 20 CFS.
It is still fishable but it is low.
Small bugs and light tippets are a little more important now with steady flows and more clear water.
Baetis and Midges in size 18-22 are your best bet right now either fished with or without an indicator High Stick style.
There has been some dry fly activity mainly on the California side near the dam.
It is getting cold in the Bridgeport area overnight and there is no rush to get on the water. You can pretty much fish all day right now.

WALKER RIVER, EAST, CALIF:
Steve Osterman of Performance Guide Service (760-934-6101) (www.performanceanglers.com) reports:
East Walker River 10/20/14
Flows currently at 20cfs. I was taught if you do not have anything nice to say, don’t say it ay all…
This fishery is open year around with special regs in place.

WALKER RIVER, EAST, CALIF:
Tom Loe of the Sierra Drifters Guide Service (760-935-4250) (www.sierradrifters.com) reports:
Water flow at 20 CFS. Low and slow. Try the Lower Owens.

WILDHORSE RESERVOIR, ELKO COUNTY, NEV:
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (www.ndow.org) reports:
The high winds earlier this week combined with the cold nights have the algae and weeds retreating and the water is starting to clear up.
Trout are moving into the shallows looking for food early morning and late evening, then hanging off shore in a bit deeper water during the day hiding from predators. Most shore anglers are having success using Power Bait or worms.
Launching boats from trailers is not recommended at all. Only car toppers or boats that can be hand carried to the water are recommended.
Fly rodders are having success with buggers, hare’s ears, leech patterns and chironomids fished from float tubes or kick boats. Fish the nymphs under an indicator and the buggers and leech patterns with an intermediate sink line in the shallows early in the morning. If fishing chironomids a slip-strike indicator allowing you to fish the fly right on the bottom with a floating line.

WILLOW CREEK RESERVOIR, ELKO COUNTY, NEV:
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (www.ndow.org) reports:
Water levels are extremely low and warm.
Limits have been lifted, but due to water conditions, the trip isn’t worth it.

WILSON RESERVOIR, ELKO COUNTY, NEV:
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (www.ndow.org) reports:
Wilson is 40% full and the boat ramp is out of the water and not useable.
The surface water temperature is now in the 50’s with trout fishing starting to come on.
While the weeds are dying back, the algae is still around and the water is turbid.
Fishing for bass is slow, while fishing for trout is fair to good.
The lures, baits and flies that work at South Fork Reservoir should work here.
If you are in the area chukar, deer or elk hunting, bring a fishing pole.

WHISKEYTOWN LAKE, CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
The lake and ramps are in great shape and the kokanee fishing has been good for fish from 13 to 16 inches.  Troll a pink Apex behind a Sling Blade in the channel at the bridge or the coldwater curtain.  Try an Uncle Larrys spinner, with pink and white beads, tipped with shoepeg sweet corn, the long kernel corn you can get in the grocery store.  You have to keep the hooks tipped with corn, so if you aren't getting a hit, check to see if your corn is gone.
Courtesy of Western Outdoor News.

— Don Quilici is the Outdoor editor of Carson Now. He can be reached at donquilici@hotmail.com

Have you been naughty or nice this year? You’ll have no problem finding Jolly Old St. Nick this weekend. At Debug Computers where, in exchange for a donation to Holiday with a Hero, you can get a photo with the man in red. The Santa Train at the Nevada State Railroad Museum is a good place to grab a candy cane, some hot cocoa, and tell him what you’d like to find under the tree. Photographs with Santa are available at the Carson Mall Wednesday through Sunday. Genoa’s annual Breakfast with Santa has three seatings beginning at 8:30 a.m.

SATURDAY:

• Nevada Artists Association Art Exhibit featuring Howard Friedman and Photography by Chas. H. McDonnell, III at the Carson Visitor Center (8am-5pm)
• Country Christmas Craft Fair and Shopping at the Stagecoach Community Center: 8200 Hwy 50 East, Stagecoach (8am-3pm; Benefit for Crystal Pacheco)
• Breakfast with Santa at the Genoa Town Hall, Genoa (three seatings for Breakfast: 8:30am, 9:40am and 10:50am; $5, kids 4 and under free; Seating is limited; For details or to purchase tickets, contact the Genoa Town Office 775-782-8696 or stop by the office at 2289 Main St.)
• Carson Colony's Christmas Craft Fair in the gymnasium of Carson Colony: 2900 S. Curry St. (9am-7pm; Indian tacos and over 50 vendors)
• Food Drive and Sock and Glove Tree for Do Drop In at Evergreen Gene’s: 1811 N. Carson (9am-5pm)
• Dog Town Canine Rescue Holiday Jewelry Boutique in the Tahoe Room at the Courtyard by Marriott (9am-5pm)

Craft Fairs galore! The Carson Colony on S. Curry St. has over 50 vendors and yummy Indian Tacos. Carson Lanes hosts a craft fair all weekend. Dog Town Canine Rescue is hosting a fundraising Holiday Jewelry Boutique at the Courtyard at Marriot. Artists and artisans are showcased at St. Mary’s Art Center in Virginia City.

• Holiday Craft Fair at Browsers Corner Bookstore: 911 E. Washington (9:30am-6pm)
• Carson City Santa Train at the Nevada State Railroad Museum (Trains leave every half hour 10am-3pm; $5, children 2 and under who sit in an adult's lap are free; Refreshments, including hot cocoa, available for purchase from the Warren Engine Company)
• Pet Pictures with Santa to benefit CASI at Benson’s Feed: 2750 Hwy 50 East (10am-2pm; Pictures are $15, includes 4x6 printed copy and a digital copy to share)
• Nevada State Prison Preservation Society Member Meeting in the Courtroom of the Nevada State Prison (10am; If you are not a member, please consider joining us)
• Silver Saddle Ranch Holiday Open House at the Silver Saddle Ranch off Carson River Rd. (10am-2pm)
• Artists and Artisans Art Faire on the Comstock at St. Mary’s Art Center: 55 R St., Virginia City (10am-5pm; Winter Exhibit Artist Reception 12pm-5pm)
• Douglas Co. Historical Society Holiday Gala at the Carson Valley Museum and Cultural Center: 1477 Hwy 395, Gardnerville (10am-5pm; Free admission; Take Selfies with Santa, Annual Cookie Walk downstairs from 10am until sold out)
• Nevada Day Art Show at the Nevada Artists Association Gallery in the Brewery Arts Center (10am-4pm)
• Arlington Square Ice Rink (Sessions 10am-1pm, 2pm-5pm, 6pm-10pm; $7/$5 kids, $3 Skate Rental)
• Monthly meeting of F.E.A.T. (Families for Effective Autism Treatment) in the back room at Comma Coffee (10:30am)
• Hohl 4 the Holidays: Nevada Humane Society Adoption Event at Michael Hohl Subaru: 2910 S. Carson St. (11am-3pm; No adoption fees, All dogs and cats are spayed/neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped)

Pet lovers are in for a treat. Grab your pooch and head to Benson’s Feed for pet photos with Santa; it will benefit the Carson Animal Shelter Initiative. If you are looking for a four-legged friend, then Michael Hohl is your best bet. They’ve teamed up with the Nevada Humane Society for an adoption event; all adoption fees are waived. Take the young reader in your life to the Carson City Library where they can read to a therapy dog and take home a free book during ‘Love on a Leash.’

• WARF Cat and Kitten Adoption Event at Petco on Topsy Lane (11am-4pm; all cats are fixed, vaccinated and micro-chipped)
• Pictures with Santa at Debug Computers: 591 S. Saliman Rd. Ste 2 (11am-2pm, first come first served; free picture in exchange for donation to ‘Holiday with a Hero’)
• Pictures with Santa at the Carson Mall (11am-6pm)
• Winter Craft Fair at Carson Lanes (11am-7pm)
• Candy Cane Express Train at the Virginia and Truckee Railroad Depot: 166 F Street, Virginia City (12pm AND 2pm; $18/$9 kids)
• Olive Oil and Balsamic Vinegar Tasting and Pairing Luncheon at the Bistro at Tahoe Ridge Winery (12pm-1:30pm; $20; RSVP 775-473-1790)
• Annual NHRA/NASCAR Party at Ed’s Doghouse (12pm)
• Love on a Leash: read to a therapy dog and receive a free book at the Carson City Library (1pm; ages 17 and younger; park at the Community Center or at Smith’s Grocery)
• Downtown Business Association's Wine Walk: sign up at Bella Fiore Wines, the Carson Nugget, Cactus Jacks, Carson Jewelry and Loan, Remedy's Bar, or Touched By Angels (1pm-5pm; $15)
• Vintage folk music by Hallie Kirk at Comma Coffee (1pm-5pm)
• Sierra Nevada Ballet Presents ‘Peanutcracker: The Story in a Nutshell’ at the Bob Boldrick Theater in the Community Center (2pm; $11/$6 kids)
• Babes In Toyland presented by Wild Horse Children’s Theater in the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall (2pm; $10, $5 kids)
• Wine Tasting at Genoa Candy and Coffee in Carson Lanes (4pm-8pm; $5 for five tastes)
• "Festival of Lessons and Carols" Holiday Concert with Consort Canzona at the Shepherd of the Sierra Lutheran Church: 3680 Hwy 395 S (5pm; free, donations welcomed)

Everyone loves a parade, and you have two to choose from. Virginia City’s Christmas on the Comstock parade begins at 5 p.m. The Parade of Lights in Douglas Co. begins at Heritage Park in Gardnerville and ends at Minden Park. If you head up earlier in the day, swing by the Douglas County Cultural Center and Museum for their annual holiday gala.

• 20th Annual Parade of Lights –begins at Eddy Street in Gardnerville, continues down Highway 395 to Esmeralda Avenue in Minden, down Esmeralda and finishes at Minden Park; after-party on Esmeralda Avenue and in the CVIC Hall (5pm-6:15pm; Hwy 395 will be closed between Buckeye and Waterloo 4pm until 6:15pm)
• Christmas on the Comstock: Virginia City Parade of Lights (5pm)
• Moonlight and Mistletoe Christmas Party in the Sagebrush Room of the Carson City Senior Center: 911 Beverly (5pm, dinner 6pm; $40, benefits the Meals on Wheels Program; dinner, dancing, raffle, silent auction)
• 10th Annual Holiday Open House at Quail Ridge Animal Hospital: 937 Mica Dr. Ste 18 (5pm-8pm)
• Live Music with Tom Miller at Sassafras Eclectic Food Joint: 1500 Old Hot Springs Rd. (5:30pm-8:30pm; no cover)
• Holiday with a Hero Holiday Crawl in Downtown Carson City (6pm-11pm; $20, first drink will be free, then discounted drinks and food will be available at participating bars, restaurants, and booths)

--Live Music with the Whiskey Heroes at the Plaza St. Stage
--Live Music with Stereo Galaxy at the Telegraph Square Stage
--Live DJ at the Blue Bull AND at Alatte Coffee and Wine Bar in the Carson Nugget
--Acoustic Music with Adam Bergoch at Lake Tahoe Brewing Co.

Downtown is hopping today. The monthly Downtown Business Association wine walk begins at 1 p.m. and is always a blast. New this year is the Holiday Crawl, a fundraiser for Holiday with a Hero, which begins at 6 p.m. Vendors, live music, and costumes take over the side streets and food and drink specials are available all over.

• High Sierra Swing Dance Club Member Appreciation Dinner- Holiday Dance in the Brewery Arts Center Ballroom (Dinner catered by Mitch Tufts 6pm-7:30pm, $10 for non-members; Dance 7:30pm-10pm, $10)
• Star Party at Western Nevada College’s Observatory: 2699 Van Patten Ave (6pm-10:30pm; free; weather permitting -NOT open if it is snowing and/or there is snow on the roads)
• Dinner and Show: Elves in Tights to benefit Dayton Food Pantry in the Dayton Valley Country Club’s Banquet Room: 101 Palmer Drive, Dayton (6pm, doors open 5:30pm; $30, Must RSVP with Carol at 775-246-9622)
• Live Music at Bella Fiore Wine (6pm-9pm)
• Live Music with Catfish Carl at 1862 David Walley's Restaurant and Saloon in Genoa (6pm-10pm)
• Live Music with Terri Campillo and Craig Fletcher at Glen Eagles Restaurant (6:30pm-10:30pm)
• Sierra Nevada Ballet Presents ‘Peanutcracker: The Story in a Nutshell’ at the Bob Boldrick Theater in the Community Center (7pm; $11/$6 kids)
• Babes In Toyland presented by Wild Horse Children’s Theater in the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall (7pm; $10, $5 kids)

Theater, dance, and music are easy to find this weekend. The talented kids of Wild Horse Children’s Theater are performing Babes in Toyland. A kid-friendly abbreviated version of the Nutcracker ballet can be found at the Community Center: Sierra Nevada Ballet presents ‘Peanutcracker: The Story in a Nutshell.’ The talented vocalists of Consort Conzona are giving a free concert at the Shepherd of the Sierra Lutheran Church on Highway 395, just south of Best Buy.

• Live Acoustic Music: Mike Epps and Chris Harris with special guest Baer in the A to Zen ‘Zen Den’: 1803 N. Carson St. (6pm doors; 7pm start; $5 cover, you get $5 store credit)
• Live Music with Rebekah Chase at Casino Fandango (7pm-12am)
• Painting Class at Van Gogh and Vino (7pm-10pm; $30 per painter)
• Christmas in the Sierra Concert: David John and the Comstock Cowboys at Piper’s Opera House, Virginia City (7:30pm, doors open 6:30pm; $25/$15 kids)
• Live Music at Max Casino: formerly the Carson Station (8pm-12am)
• Live Music with the Whitehats at the Red Dog Saloon, Virginia City (8pm)
• Rock’n N Bowl’n at Gold Dust West (8pm)
• Karaoke at the Spoke Bar and Grill (8pm)
• Karaoke with J and M Productions at Beercade: 1930 N. Carson St. (8pm)
• Karaoke at Westside Pour House (9pm)
• Dancing with DJ Bobby G at Living the Good Life: 1480 N. Carson (9pm)
• Live DJ and Dancing at Jimmy G’s Cigar Bar (10pm)

Exhausted yet? There’s still plenty of weekend left. Craft fairs at Carson Lanes and the Carson Colony are sure to have something for that hard to buy for person on your list. Fight the chill with chili at the Carson Bulldog Wrestling Club’s Chili Cook-off at Yogurt Beach. Dayton lights up its tree tonight at ‘Our Park,’ so dress in your ugliest sweater and enjoy some hot chocolate and cookies at their ‘Small Town Christmas’ celebration.

SUNDAY:

• First Sunday Breakfast at the Elks Club: 515 N Nevada (bar opens 7am; 8:30am-11am, $7)
• Nevada Artists Association Art Exhibit featuring Howard Friedman and Photography by Chas. H. McDonnell, III at the Carson Visitor Center (8am-5pm)
• Carson Colony's Christmas Craft Fair in the gymnasium of Carson Colony: 2900 S. Curry St. (9am-5pm; Indian tacos and over 50 vendors)
• Food Drive; Sock and Glove Tree for Do Drop In at Evergreen Gene’s: 1811 N. Carson (10am-5pm)
• Carson City Santa Train at the Nevada State Railroad Museum (Trains leave every half hour 10am-3pm; $5, children 2 and under who sit in an adult's lap are free; Refreshments, including hot cocoa, available for purchase from the Warren Engine Company)

Santa’s waiting for you at the Nevada State Railroad Museum: train rides begin every thirty minutes. I recommend that you don’t ask him for a Red Ryder BB Gun, though. Catch ‘A Christmas Story’ on the big screen at Galaxy Theater tonight if you don’t remember why.

• Arlington Square Ice Rink (Sessions 10am-1pm, 2pm-5pm, 6pm-9pm; $7/$5 kids, $3 Skate Rental)
• Spirit of Christmas Event at Gaia Wellness and Yoga: 1475 Hot Springs Rd. Ste 1 (10am-4pm; vendors and refreshments)
• Raiders Booster Club at the Eleventh Frame Lounge in Carson Lanes (vs Kansas City Chiefs; 10:05am; for more info contact Rick Good at 775-267-4271)
• Bingo fundraiser for CASI at Carson City Senior Center (doors 11am, 12:30pm-4pm; $10, must be 21+)
• Winter Craft Fair at Carson Lanes (11am- 4pm)
• Pictures with Santa at the Carson Mall (11am-5pm)
• Northern Nevada Corgis Meet and Greet at Fuji Park (12pm)
• Candy Cane Express Train at the Virginia and Truckee Railroad Depot: 166 F Street, Virginia City (12pm AND 2pm; $18/$9 kids)
• Carson Bulldog Wrestling Club Chili and Cornbread Cook-Off at Yogurt Beach: 3228 N Carson St, Ste 5 (12pm Chili Drop Off, 12:30pm Celebrity Judging, 1pm Chili Feed until it’s all gone; Bowls are $4 for adults, $2 ages 12 and under)
• Sunday Funday: Free game of pool with drink purchase at Westside Pour House
• Carson City Historical Society Christmas Party and Annual Meeting at the Bliss Mansion (1-4pm; $30, RSVP to D. D. Spencer at 775-741-7897)
• All Ages Family Day: Painting Class at Van Gogh and Vino (1pm-4pm; $15 per painter)
• Weekly Pool Tournament at Whiskey Tavern (register 1pm; 2pm start; $10 per person)
• Babes In Toyland presented by Wild Horse Children’s Theater in the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall (2pm; $10, $5 kids)
• Projections Photography Holiday Open House and Toys for Tots Drive: 251 Jeanell Drive (2pm-6pm)
• PoP Up Story time at the Carson City Library (2pm-2:20pm; park at the Community Center or at Smith’s Grocery)
• Pool Tournament at Remedy’s (2pm-5pm; $5 buy-in; APA Rules)

The Capital City Community Band’s annual winter concert is free at the Community Center: it’s sure to be ‘A Swinging Christmas.’ Sing-along to your favorite carols at the Carson City Library’s Holiday Karaoke.

• Holiday Karaoke Sing-along Party at the Carson City Library (3pm-5pm; park at the Community Center or at Smith’s Grocery)
• ’A Swinging Christmas’ Free Concert with the Capital City Community Band at the Bob Boldrick Theater in the Community Center (3pm-5pm)
• Pre-Christmas Prime Rib Dinner and Tree Trimming Party at Living the Good Life: 1480 N. Carson St. (doors open 4:30pm; $25, includes salad, dinner, and dessert at 5pm; dinner seating limited, please RSVP for dinner; Bring an ornament and receive a free cocktail)
• A Small Town Christmas: Caroling, Tree Lighting, Santa, and Ugly Sweater Contest at Our Park in Dayton (5pm-8pm; bring a gently used coat or non-perishable food for a chance to be the official tree lighter)
• Wine Glass Candle Holder Painting Class at Van Gogh and Vino (7pm-9:30pm; $30 per painter)
• Classic Movie Night: A Christmas Carol at Galaxy Theater –Fandango (7pm; $7, or $15 for two people and a large popcorn)

Every week, I create a list of the fun stuff and events going on around the Carson City area for my Facebook page, I Love Carson City. There is quite a bit to do in our beautiful capital this week, so grab the kids, your friends and family, and have a great weekend.

My weekly Facebook list includes Friday-Thursday, so please go here for events beyond Monday, or just wait for my daily ‘Things to do’ here on Carson Now. You do NOT need a Facebook account to access the information. If you have an event that I have overlooked, feel free to send me an email at ILoveCarsonCityNV@gmail.com.

The Carson City Sheriff's Office made several felony and misdemeanor arrests over the weekend, many for drug offenses and court warrants.

A 47-year-old Carson City man, Jon Michael Dietmeier, was arrested Friday, 11:07 p.m. in the 2600 block of Highway 50 East by Carson City sheriff's SET officers on felony drug and weapon charges.

According to the arrest report, Sgt. Brian Humphrey was patrolling and observed a red Ford Mustang with a fictitious registration that came back expired to a 2009 Dodge utility vehicle.

The officer contacted the driver who had stopped at a gas station on Lompa Lane and was pumping gas. Humphrey explained to Dietmeier why he was being contacted.

The man identified himself and stated he purchased the vehicle about a month earlier and those plates were on it when he bought it from a private party in California. The plates had a 2014 expiration sticker and did not belong to that vehicle. The man was unable to provide current insurance and paperwork on the vehicle and did not have a moving permit for the vehicle, the arrest report states.

During an inventory the following was located: A three-inch double-bladed knife with a hand guard attached to the driver's seat belt, used marijuana pipe with burnt marijuana in it, a small scale, a small baggie with two to three grams of marijuana in it, a small, clear plastic baggie with blue emblems on it with a small amount of methamphetamine in it, two open beer bottles with beer still in them, and a loaded Springfield XDS. 45 hand gun with two extra loaded magazines.

Dietmeier admitted under Miranda warning that he uses methamphetamine and marijuana. He was taken into custody and faces the following charges: felony charges of possession of methamphetamine and possession of a by a restricted person; gross misdemeanor possession of a dangerous weapon and misdemeanor charges of possession of marijuana, drug paraphernalia, fictitious registration, no proof of insurance and open container. Bail: $2,500.

— A 27-year-old Carson City woman, Jennifer Hedgecock, was arrested Friday, 10:09 p.m. in the 1400 block of College Parkway on a felony charge of possession of a controlled substance and driving under the influence of drugs.

According to the arrest report, Carson City sheriff's SET officers responded to a report of a woman who was bleeding from her face and staggering from her vehicle in the parking lot of a gas station. Officers arrived on scene as the woman was reaching the front doors of the business.

The woman's nose was swollen and bleeding, she was breathing heavy, ecstatic, limping and there was a large bruise on the backside of her leg near the knee, the arrest report states. She told the officer she had been battered by male subjects who had led her into an ambush in Reno. After talking more with the woman, officers realized she was displaying signs and body signals that she had used methamphetamine, the arrest report states.

The woman was informed that she appeared as if she was under the influence of methamphetamine. She replied that her attackeers forced her to smoke the drugs to prove that she wasn't working with law enforcement, the arrest report statres.
She said she was later attacked by one of the male subjects in the same parking lot in Reno she had smoked meth with. The woman told the SET officer that she was able to get into her vehicle and drive away but the men followed her. She said when she stopped they beat her again, but she was again able to get away and drove in fear to Carson City until she got to the gas station where a bystander called the sheriff's office for help.

The woman was unable to conduct a field sobriety test due to her injuries. She was taken to the hospital where she was treated and a blood draw was taken to determine if there was a presence of methamphetamine. Officers did an inventory of the vehicle prior to impound and discovered heroin residue on tin foil. She was taken to jail and booked for felony drug possession and DUI drugs. Bail: $3,637.

— A 55-year-old Carson City man was booked Saturday into Carson City jail on a felony fugitive from justice warrant issued out of Placer County, Calif., He was held on charges stemming from an armed robbery of a bank at Kings Beach, Lake Tahoe on Friday morning. He was captured after a police chase that went from Tahoe to Carson City. Bail: $5 million.

— A 37-year-old Carson City man, Michale Scott Hopper, was arrested Saturday, 11:22 a.m. on suspicion of felony possession of a controlled substance and misdemeanor charges of domestic battery and possession of drug paraphernalia.
According to the arrest report, officers responded to the 5100 block of Carson River Road after the man allegedly battered his wife at a camp site area.

Hopper had an argument with his wife about him trying to buy illegal drugs. The victim stated her husband punched her in the leg and face and threw her to the ground after she confronted him about buying drugs, the arrest report states.

The man took off down by the river and was located by deputies, detained and then arrested for the domestic battery charge. In a pat search the officer found methamphetamine on him as well as a small plastic box that contained small bags containing trace amounts of methamphetamine. Bail: $6,774.

— A 23-year-old Carson City woman, Olivia Anni McNally, was arrested May 17, 6:36 p.m. at North Edmonds and Gordon streets on two felony drug counts and three misdemeanors.

According to the arrest report, a Carson City sheriff's SET officer stopped a vehicle after it failed to use a turn signal at the intersection of Fairview and North Edmonds which nearly caused an accident. The officer also observed the windshield of the vehicle had severeal cracks on it, the arrest report states.

The officer made contact with McNally and a passenger. A check of McNally showed she had a warrant out of Washoe County for failure to appear in court and that her license had been suspended. She was placed under arrest and removed from the vehicle.

As she was being removed the arresting officer noticed a small prescription pill bottle with a small ziplock baggie in it. The officer removed the bottle and noticed that it had two small pills that appeared to be Xanax. She was read her Miranda rights. She agreed to speak with the officer and told him the pill bottle was her. The officer asked her what was inside and she said that it was methamphetamine and Xanax. The crystal substance was tested and came back positive for meth.

The pasenger was released from the scene. The woman was taken to jail on two felonyd rug charges: possession of a controlled substance and possession of a dangerous drug without a prescription and three misdemeanor charges: driving on a suspended license, windshield obstruction and not using turn signals. Bail: $5,781.

— A 66 year-old Carson City man, Gary Edelstein, was arrested Friday, 10:57 a.m. in the 2400 block of North Carson Street on suspicion of possessing a stolen vehicle.

According to the arrest report, officers responded to a complex to locate a stolen van, which was found in a parking lot. Officer made contact with Edelstein who said he thought he was current on his payments with the rental company and did not undeerstand why the vehicle would be listed as stolen. He volunteered to take the officer down to the vehicle and show the rental agreement, the arrest report states. He showed the officer paperwork which showed he had rented the vehicle but it did not show an end date.

The officer then spoke with the manager of the rental car company who confirmed the man had paid money to them but was not current on his payments. Dispatch confirmed the vehicle was listed as stolen May 15, 2014. The man was taken into custody. The manager of the rental agency took custody of the car which had severe front end damage and damage to the underside, according to the arrest report. Bail: $25,000.

In misdemeanor arrests:
— A 48-year-old Carson City woman was arrested May 11, 12:17 p.m. in the 1800 block of East Long Street on a misdemeanor warrant, violation of Alternative Sentencing conditions. Bail: $3,000.

— A 31-year-old Carson City man was booked Sunday, 10:30 a.m. on a misdemeanor warrant charge of violation of a suspended sentence. Bail: $1,000.

— A 22-year-old Reno man was arrested May 14, 7:50 a.m. in the 2400 block of Fairmont Way on a misdemeanor charge of disorderly conduct. According to the arrest report, the man was found inside a residence, sleeping on a couch, with the home owners not knowing who the man was.

The man appeared to be under the infuence and said he did not know how he got from his home in Reno to the home and couch where he was found. He said he did not know how he gained access into the home. He provided a preliminary breath test with a result of .147. Bail: $199.

— A 36-year-old Carson City woman was arrested Sunday, May 18, 6:03 a.m. in the 1600 block of Medical Parkway. The arrest was for disorderly conduct. The woman allegedly was causing a disturbance in the emergency room of Carson Tahoe Hospital. According to the arrest report, the woman was confrontational with staff and yelling obscenities. Bail: $237.

— A 34-year-old Carson City woman was arrested Sunday, 1:29 a.m. in the 1700 block of College Parkway on three misdemeanor counts including DUI, failure to use a turn signal and speeding. The woman was stopped for speeding, going around 55 mph in a 40 mph zone and changing lanes without using turn signals, and passing within five feet of another vehicle.

The woman told officers she had consumed two beers at a party. She volunteered to do a series of standardized field sobriety tests which she failed, the arrest report states. She submitted a breath test with a result of .246. Bail $1,301.

— A 34-year-old Carson City woman was arrested May 17, 7:49 p.m. at Roop and Mallory streets on a warrant, violation of a suspended sentence, issued May 7, 2014 out of Carson City Justice Court. Bail: $3,000.

— A 26-year-old Carson City man was arrested May 17, 5:08 a.m. at Fourth and Curry streets on misdemeanor charges of DUI second offense, driving with a suspended/revoked license, driving without headlights and failure to appear. He was stopped because he didn't have headlights on. He submitted to field sobriety tests which showed impairment and provided a preliminary breath test of .216. Bail: $3,429.

— A 23-year-old Dayton man was arrested May 16, 8:40 p.m. at Carson and Stewart streets on a contempt of court warrant and possession of drug paraphernalia. Bail $1,637.

— A 24-year-old Carson City man was arrested May 16, 2:03 p.m. in the 2000 block of Dori Way on a misdemeanor contempt of court warrant issued Oct. 24, 2013 out of Carson City Justice Court. Bail: $500.

— A 32-year-old Carson City man was booked into jail May 16, 11:34 a.m. on a misdemeanor charge of violation of a suspended sentence warrant. Bail: $3,000.

Those arrested and facing charges are innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.

Western Nevada College had Salt Lake starting pitcher Chris Bradford on the ropes and nearly out of the game in the third inning Thursday night. But Bradford survived the Wildcats' three-run outburst and pitched the Bruins to a 4-3 victory in the Region 18 Baseball Tournament in Henderson.

The Wildcats of Carson City play College of Southern Idaho, which gave eighth-ranked College of Southern Nevada a scare in a 6-4 defeat, at 3:30 p.m. today, Friday, in an elimination game. The winner of that game will meet the loser of the Salt Lake-CSN game at 7 p.m. Friday. WNC will need to win both games to advance to Saturday's title game(s) and earn a spot in the Western District Tournament.

After giving up the Wildcats' third run in the third inning, Bradford (8-7) retired 16 of the next 17 hitters.

In the ninth inning, Chase Tavonatti relieved Bradford, who gave up six hits and two earned runs, while striking out 10 and walking four. Tavonatti earned his fifth save of the season by retiring the Wildcats in order, including two by strikeout.

WNC starting pitcher Matt Young wasn't able to overcome the Bruins' mid-game rallies and exited in the sixth inning with the Wildcats trailing 4-3. Young (8-4) gave up seven hits and four earned runs. The freshman left-hander struck out six and walked six.

Like many of their scoring flurries this season, the Wildcats' three-run third inning started with Jake Bennett reaching base. Base hits by Bennett and David Modler set the table for the middle of WNC's batting order.

Following a walk to DJ Peters to load the bases, Reynolds roped a two-run single to center field, putting WNC on top, 2-1. Lichty added a sacrifice bunt to plate Peters for a 3-1 Wildcat lead. Joe Barlow's second-inning RBI double provided Salt Lake with the first run.

Young's fifth inning of work started with his fifth strikeout but soon became a struggle to find his control. Two free passes and a pair of wild pitches set up Austin Ovard for a run-scoring fielder's choice and Chris Fougner for a RBI base hit to tie the score at 3. Young, however, minimized the damage, ending the fifth by striking out Trevor Peterson with runners on first and second.

Young ran into more trouble in a sixth inning that began with a walk to Caleb Summerhays. A base hit to left by Michael Macove moved Barlow to third and Macove took second on the throw to third. The Bruins regained the lead, 4-3, on Skyler Mahoney's base hit to left field. On the play, the Wildcats threw out Mahoney trying to take an extra base.

Ty Fox relieved Young with two outs and Macove on third base. The freshman right-hander gave the Wildcats a boost by striking out Garrett Bushman to keep the deficit at one run. WNC saves leader Connor Zwetsch relieved Fox to open the seventh inning and escaped his first inning with two Bruins on base.

Zwetsch also navigated his way through a tight spot in the eighth. He stranded two Bruins on base by striking out Bushman and coaxing Ovard into a groundout, leaving the score at 4-3. Bennett and Reynolds each rapped out two hits for the Wildcats.

Second-seeded Salt Lake improved to 35-22, while the Wildcats, the No. 3 seed, dropped to 32-25.
The winner of the Region 18 Tournament plays host to the Western District Tournament May 14-16. The runner-up also advances to the next round of postseason play.

The 'Fedora Bandit' who robbed banks in Carson City and South Lake Tahoe among several others, pled guilty Friday to three counts of armed bank robbery, United States Attorney Benjamin B. Wagner announced.

David Griffith Osborne, 74, formerly of Carson City, made pleas to three counts of armed bank robbery, United States Attorney Benjamin B. Wagner said. Osborne admitted he had robbed Bank of the West on 2976 North Carson Street, in Carson City. He also admitted to the Feb. 18, 2010 robbery at the Bank of the West, 2160 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe and the March 9, 2010 robbery at Bank of the West in Kings Beach and a March 31, 2010 robbery in Grass Valley.

The case is the product of an investigation by the FBI with the assistance from police departments in Grass Valley, South Lake Tahoe, Gridley, and Paradise; the Sheriff’s Offices in Placer and Sacramento Counties; and the Carson City Sheriff’s Office. It was the collaborative effort and cooperation of the agencies involved in the investigation that ultimately led to Osborne’s identification and the filing of federal charges. Assistant U.S. Attorney Michelle Rodriguez is prosecuting the case.

Osborne pleaded guilty to robbing the following banks:

Bank of the West, 34 East Gridley Road, Gridley, April 26, 2010;

American River Bank, 9750 Business Park Drive, Rancho Cordova, June 3, 2010;

Chase Bank, 6669 Clark Road, Paradise, June 29, 2010.

Osborne also admitted to four other bank robberies and will be required to pay restitution for all seven robberies. The other robberies are:

Bank of the West, 736 Taylorville Road, Grass Valley, December 22, 2009 and March 31, 2010;

Bank of the West, 2160 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe, Feb. 18, 2010;

Bank of the West, 200 Bear Street, Kings Beach, March 9, 2010.

In each of his seven robberies, Osborne wore a hat, sunglasses, a fake mustache and goatee, and demanded money while brandishing a firearm. Osborne was identified on surveillance images, and after the June 29, 2010 robbery of the Paradise Bank, his DNA was recovered from an abandoned bicycle that he used as a getaway vehicle. Law enforcement personnel matched the recovered DNA to Osborne. Osborne also confessed to the seven armed robberies and also admitted he had robbed a bank in Nevada, namely of the Bank of the West on 2976 North Carson Street, in Carson City.

Osborne is scheduled to be sentenced on March 29, 2013 by U.S. District Judge Garland E. Burrell Jr. Osborne faces up to 25 years in prison, followed by five years of supervised release, for each of the three armed bank robberies. The actual sentence, however, will be determined at the discretion of the court after consideration of any applicable statutory sentencing factors and the Federal Sentencing Guidelines, which take into account a number of variables.

Nearly perfect relief pitching was the key to Western Nevada College sweeping a Scenic West Athletic Conference baseball doubleheader from Colorado Northwestern on Saturday in Rangely, Colo.
Sophomore pitcher Max Karnos tossed a one-hitter over five innings of relief as the Wildcats of Carson City won the opener, 6-1, and then Connor Zwetsch and Ty Fox allowed just one hit to the Spartans for the final 6 innings as WNC completed the sweep with a come-from-behind 7-4 victory.

"We played good in all three phases today," said WNC coach D.J. Whittemore. "We played good defense, the pitching was really solid and the offense was grinding all day long, putting the pressure on the other team and continuing to expand the lead. "I don't know if we've played much better than this for three straight games in Colorado ever or this year. It's encouraging."

By winning the first three games of the series, the Wildcats climbed back over .500 in SWAC play at 14-13 and moved into third place, just one-half game behind second-place College of Southern Idaho.

Sophomore outfielder Jake Bennett blasted a three-run homer in the opener and provided three hits in game two.
"He's been doing it all for us this year," Whittemore said. "Jake is really consistent, from his work ethic, to his attitude, to his preparation and to his performance."

Josh Mill started the opener for the Wildcats, giving up three walks but no hits in two innings of work. Karnos relieved him in the third inning and gave up just one hit the rest of the way. He struck out one and didn't walk a batter in evening his season record at 4-4.

"Max did a nice job and was designated to come in in the third inning," Whittemore said. "I was going to let him finish a game and not overuse him. He had his sinker going today and threw some groundballs."
Ben Martinez hit a sacrifice fly to put Colorado Northwestern on top, 1-0, in the first inning.

But Austin Andrews pulled WNC even with a single that plated Blake Morin in the second inning. Andrews singled in WNC's second run in the fourth, triggering a four-run uprising. Bennett's three-run homer capped the rally.
David Modler crossed the plate with an unearned run in the sixth inning to complete the scoring.
Bennett collected two of the Wildcats' five hits in the opener.

The storyline was nearly identical in game two as Fox earned his fifth win without a defeat, surrendering just one hit and an unearned run in five innings. Preceding Fox on the mound, Zwetsch worked 1 2/3 innings of hitless relief and struck out three.

"Ty has been starting for all season, and I kind of want to let him finish a game," Whittemore said. "We need some more guys to start contributing on the mound. We need the bullpen to do a better job than they've been doing. We're probably a few decent relief performances away from being in first place, to be honest."

After the Spartans nicked up starter Chase Kaplan for three runs in the first frame, the Wildcats responded in their next at-bat. Bradley Lewis' RBI base hit started the comeback and the Wildcats pulled even when Bennett's RBI groundball was thrown away, allowing both Andrews and Lewis to touch the plate.

WNC took the lead in the sixth on a Kody Reynolds sacrifice fly and made it 5-3 when Lewis walked with the bases loaded. In the seventh, the Wildcats went ahead 7-3 on a run-scoring fielder's choice by Tim Lichty and when DJ Peters came home on an infielder error.

The Spartans capitalized on one of the few Wildcats committed so far in the series to score an unearned run in the sixth to close within three runs. But Fox made sure they wouldn't get any closer.

Bennett again led the Wildcats' offense, going 3 for 5 with a RBI. Modler chipped in two hits and scored two runs. Brandon Lapointe was 2 for 3 and Lewis knocked in two runs.

"I don't know if we have been doing anything different. We show up to play," Whittemore said. "We're not great, but we have a chance every day. When we play defense, we have a chance."

WNC (27-20) and Colorado Northwestern (14-27) will conclude their four-game series with an 11 a.m. game Sunday that Whittemore said is key to the postseason picture.

"Tomorrow's game is huge for us. We've got to win tomorrow if we want to stay out of that extra game in the playoffs," Whittemore said.

A Michigan man is in custody after allegedly drawing a knife, telling patrons in a Carson City bar that he was going to kill them and then leading authorities on a pursuit that ended early Thursday morning in Lyon County.

James Fowler, 48, of New Baltimore, Mich., faces two felony charges of assault with a deadly weapon in Carson City, a misdemeanor threats charge and faces additional misdemeanor charges in Lyon County.

According to the arrest report, Carson City officers were dispatched to the Schmitt House in the 4700 block of Highway 50 at about 1 a.m. after a report of threats being made to patrons with a knife and gun.

Officer arrived and saw a white Ford van that matched the description of Fowler's vehicle and proceeded to pull it over. Fowler wouldn't and then took off at a low speed, drifting through lanes. Once Fowler past the Lyon County line, the pursuit was terminated and Lyon County authorities took over.

Meanwhile officers interviewed a number of witnesses at the Schmitt House. A female witness said Fowler pulled a 12-inch knife out and asked her if she had ever seen anyone die and then threatened to kill the woman's husband, the arrest report states.

The owner of the bar told officers that he wanted to avoid a problem and asked Fowler to leave. Fowler pulled the knife from underneath his shirt and threatened another patron and charged the bar owner with the knife in his hand, saying he was going to kill people, the report stated.

At one point a witness got involved, trying to stop Fowler, who then held the knife about an inch from his neck, the report stated.

Witnesses were able to get Fowler to leave and that's when Carson City authorities began to follow the white Ford van.