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http://norcal.fishreports.comWater clarity is fairly clear in most of the lake with a few areas having some stained water. The water temperature is stable and has warmed slightly with the average being 54-60 degrees. Trout fishing continues to be productive with many anglers catching limits of trout. The trout are still in shallow water and cruising near the surface. We expect the trout bite to be good for a few more weeks while the water temperature is still fairly cool. If we do get a little rainfall, it could trigger a good bite in areas with fresh flowing water. Trolling anglers have made adjustments and switched to bright colored baits to be trolled in stained water. We have had many reports of anglers having success on fire tiger, gold and copper, which are all good choices for dingy water. If you can find clear water you might have better luck switching back to more realistic shad patterns. We have had reports of trout being caught all over the lake. Some fish are on main lake banks and others are in creek channels. Trolling at a faster speed from 2-3mph seems to be working best. Bank anglers are finding success in many different areas of the lake. Glory Hole Point, Glory Hole Cove and the 49-Bridge are all good places to try your luck. By far the bait of choice has been garlic scented Power Bait. Try fishing it on a sliding sinker with a light wire hook. Bass bite was really good on the days that we had some sun, and got a bit tougher on the couple over cast days. Most anglers are catching a bunch of fish on each outing. Some fish are still on a winter-like pattern, holding in deep water and feeding on shad and bottom dwelling creatures. Other fish are moving up toward shallow water and showing interest in quicker moving baits. For the fish that are holding in deep water, try using a ?? oz football head jig. Green pumpkin, brown and purple are all good color choices. California Reservoir Lures makes a variety of jigs with these colors and they are all proven fish catchers. Try adding a Sweet Beaver or Brush Hog to make the bait bulkier. To catch the fish that are starting toward the shallows, try using a soft plastic presentation. Shakey heads, dart heads, Texas rigs and Carolina rigs will produce a number of bites. Glory Hole Sports (209) 736-4333