Note: Conditions in the Sparks Tribune fishing report are based on the latest possible information. But because of constantly changing weather and road conditions, please call for an updated report from the listed sources to verify conditions and ensure your safety on the water.
FLY TYING CLASS: The Nevada Department of Wildlife will be offering a three-day progressive fly tying class March 18-20 at the Verdi Community Library and Wildlife Education Center at 270 Bridge St. in Verdi. The class is free and limited to 15 participants. Participants must be at least 10 years old. All fly tying equipment will be provided, but students will be required to furnish materials in the class outline. Sign-up deadline is March 17. For more information or to pre-register, call Chris Vasey at 688-1622.
PYRAMID LAKE: The lake has been inconsistent with reports of scattered catches coming in from many different areas of the lake. The most consistent anglers are fishing long days and trying different spots until they find an area that has a few fish. Try to get to the lake before the sun comes up as most anglers are reporting that to be the best time to get on the water. A few fish are being caught using the nymph and indicator set up, but it hasn't been very consistent. Just Rite Fishing, Sutcliff, 476-0126 or Reno Fly Shop, 294 E. Moana Lane, Reno, 825-3474.
TRUCKEE RIVER: Last week’s warming trend really improved the fishing on the Truckee. The fish are still in their slower water hangouts, but the warmer weather has helped to spur on a little bug activity that gets the fish feeding in the afternoon. The best bet is to dead-drift small nymphs deep under a strike indicator, but fly fishermen are also catching fish on streamers and some are dry-fly fishing. The dry-fly fishing is very localized. Best flies for the Truckee: Deep Sherbet Bottom Roller 6-8, Zebra Midges 18-22, WD-40 22, Copper Johns Red and Copper colors 18-20, Two-Tone Hunchbacks 18-20, Slump Buster Rust and Black colors 6, and Stanley Streamers 6. Reno Fly Shop, 294 E. Moana Lane, Reno, 825-3474 or Mark Fore & Strike, 786-3474 or 322-9559.
SPARKS MARINA: Fishing is slow here because of the stormy weather but it should improve by the end of this week as daytime temperatures rise. Nightcrawlers are the best bet for catching these scrappy trout, but Kastmasters, Panther Martins and Roostertails also will catch fish. Use the easy-access fishing pier or try fishing from shore. The fish are spread out around the lake, so have patience and you should catch some nice fish. The Gilly, 1111 N. Rock Blvd., Sparks, 358-6113.
LAKE DAVIS: Fishing pressure is increasing as the result of nice weather but the bite has been slow. Ice depth varies from 14-24 inches. The best report came from two anglers who landed five fish while jigging flies. They were fishing between Catfish and Camp Five. Baits of choice have been nightcrawlers, Powerbait and olive wooly buggers. The daily bag limit for trout on Lake Davis is five per day with 10 in possession. The fishing season for the creeks flowing into Lake Davis will open April 28. Updates are available at www.dfg.ca.gov/lakedavis. Dollard’s Sierra Market, Portola, CA (530) 832-5251 or Reno Fly Shop, 294 E. Moana Lane, Reno, 825-3474.
HINKSON SLOUGH: The fishing hasn't really picked up at the slough yet, but warmer days should get the fish active. There are fish being caught on large midge imitations and small wooly buggers. A few anglers have reported good success fishing from pontoon boats or float tubes and slowly retrieving a pair of nymphs near weedy areas. Reno Fly Shop, 294 E. Moana Lane, Reno, 825-3474 or The Gilly, 1111 N. Rock Blvd., Sparks, 358-6113.
FRENCHMAN LAKE: Ice fishing holding pretty much the same here, and fishing at the dam continues to be the best bet. The ice is still about a foot thick, and nightcrawlers, jigs and rainbow-glitter Power Bait have been working. Recent snow can make it difficult getting past the dam unless you have a snowmobile. Wiggin’s Trading Post, Chilcoot, Calif. (530) 993-4683 or Reno Fly Shop, 294 E. Moana Lane, Reno, 825-3474.
LITTLE TRUCKEE RIVER: With above average snow pack in the Sierras, the road to the Little Truckee is closed. It should remain this way for at least a few weeks. Fire up your snowmobile and give us a report.
Reno Fly Shop, 294 E. Moana Lane, Reno, 825-3474.
BOCA RESERVOIR: Fishing is mostly at the dam. Anglers got rainbows and browns, and rarely, picking up a Mackinaw or kokanee. Jigging or dunking nightcrawlers with marshmallows or Powerbait was working. The Gilly, 1111 N. Rock Blvd., Sparks, 358-6113.
STAMPEDE RESERVOIR: The only access is still by snowmobile and more bad weather will keep anglers away. Tight Lines Guide Service, Grass Valley, (530) 273-1986 or Sierra Anglers Guide Service, Truckee, (530) 414-1374.
LAKE TAHOE: Mackinaw action has been best in the afternoon Fish from 4 to 7 pounds have been making up limits for most fishermen who don't get hung up on using the same lure all the time. Tasmanian Devils, Speed Traps and Mega Baits have been working. Mickey’s Big Mack Charters, Carnelian Bay, (800) 877-1462 or Blue Ribbon Fishing Charters, South Lake Tahoe, (530) 544-6552.
DONNER LAKE: Lake still iced over with unsafe ice. Some people, even kids, have been ice-skating, but are taking a serious risk being on the ice in its present condition. Tight Lines Guide Service, Grass Valley, (530) 273-1986 or Sierra Anglers Guide Service, Truckee, (530) 414-1374.
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