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Post by Mike Carey » Sat Jul 28, 2012 7:59 am

Hot into the Summer time Fishing and Sockeye are probably the BIG NEWS as the Columbia system and Baker Lake see record numbers of fish returning. Lake Washington numbers are up as well, although not to levels that will allow a season to open.

Dave Graybill gives us the techniques for the Columbia Sockeye here. http://www.washingtonlakes.com/ReadArticle.aspx?id=431

For Baker Lake, just scan the most recent reports and comments to get the info you need to catch these beautiful fish. http://www.washingtonlakes.com/ReportLi ... ?id=97&t=1

For South Sound anglers, Uncle Wes has a nice write up on Lost Lake trout fishing. http://www.washingtonlakes.com/ReadArticle.aspx?id=430

Salmon, Halibut, and Tuna. Sounds like a perfect Trifecta and Oregon has it. Check out Pete Heley's latest update. http://www.washingtonlakes.com/ReadArticle.aspx?id=432
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Post by Mike Carey » Sun Jul 29, 2012 11:40 am

Pictures added to the site, thanks to Demir:

Crabapple (Snohomish) http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=603&t=1
Campbell (Skagit) http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=199&t=1
Crescent (Snohomish) http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=604&t=1
Erie (Skagit) http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=203&t=1
Terrell (Whatcom) http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=110&t=1
Hidden (King) http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeIndex.aspx

And Gray Ghost sent us a topo map for Geneva (King): http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=445&t=1

Bob Johansen provided us with a new map and photos of Alkali Lake (Grant): http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=22&t=1
And a new map for Jackson (Pierce) http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=53&t=1

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Post by Mike Carey » Mon Nov 05, 2012 12:08 pm

I haven't done an update for awhile, buried in videos and fun fishing trips! So finally a day off and it's time to clean up my In Box. Here you go:

Bob Johansen shares a story about Oregon Elk Hunting in Roosevelt Royalty.
http://www.washingtonlakes.com/ReadArticle.aspx?id=445

Bob also shared topo maps for new lakes: Fiander (Thurston) and Forest (Pierce)
http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo ... d=8553&t=1
http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo ... d=8554&t=1

New lake photos of Amber and Yocum lake thanks to Marc Martyn.

Lot's of New Articles posted by our Outdoor Writers on the Article Page:

http://www.washingtonlakes.com/Articles.aspx

Dave Graybill gives us several fishing updates for Central Washington: The Methow, Fish Lake and the Columbia, Bridgeport Steelhead, and Pateros and Entiat Steelhead.

Uncle Wes gives us an overview of his busy fall schedule and a heads up, a JBLM seminar event taking place November 10th. He also has a little rant about snaggers, and recentstocking updates.

Pete Heley gives us the latest updates on Oregon fishing.

Last but not least, be sure to set aside November 17th for the End of the Season Swap Meet we are running in association with Bigbass Dez. Lot's of great gear to buy at swap meet prices, and, you can sell your own extra stuff as well!

http://www.washingtonlakes.com/forum/vi ... =4&t=16701

Whew! My InBox is now officially clean!
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Post by Mike Carey » Sun Nov 18, 2012 10:41 am

Added some new articles and audio today:

John Kruse provides us with an Audio Report on Shark fishing in Washington, very cool and not to be missed!:
http://www.washingtonlakes.com/Audio.aspx

Dave Graybill reviews winter conditions and steelheading at Etiat:
http://www.washingtonlakes.com/ReadArticle.aspx?id=454

Uncle Wes at the JBLM Expo:
http://www.washingtonlakes.com/ReadArticle.aspx?id=453

Pete Hely gives us our Oregon Fishing Update:
http://www.washingtonlakes.com/ReadArticle.aspx?id=455
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Post by Mike Carey » Mon Dec 03, 2012 5:23 pm

Several New Articles posted today, check them out on the Articles Page:

http://www.washingtonlakes.com/Articles.aspx
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Post by Mike Carey » Sat Dec 29, 2012 11:12 am

Posted a nice Audio Update from John Kruse on Skagit steelhead, Sound blackmouth and some bird hunting info in Skagit Bay:

http://www.washingtonlakes.com/Audio.aspx

Dave Graybill gives the lowdown on Brandt's Landing steelies:

http://www.washingtonlakes.com/ReadArticle.aspx?id=462

Pete Healy posts on some Christmas gifts ideas (my bad for not posting the link sooner, but still some nice ideas)

http://www.washingtonlakes.com/forum/vi ... 43&t=17110
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Post by Mike Carey » Tue Jan 29, 2013 2:37 pm

Tis the Season for Outdoor Sportsmen Shows! We just finished the Puyallup Show and had a great turnout at our booth, lot's of members and future members. Lou S. and James H won prizes - a Camp Chef Cooking Stove and a $50 Cabela's Gift Card. Be sure to print out your $2 discount coupon for the Portland Show coming up. Print two - one to get in and one to enter our Portland Drawing for a $50 Cabela's Gift Card!

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Dave Graybill gives the latest info on Central Washington Ice Fishing Opportunities. http://washingtonlakes.com/ReadArticle.aspx?id=466

Too cold and/or wet for you? Then check out this article by Anton Jones on Fishing Cabo on a Budget: http://washingtonlakes.com/ReadArticle.aspx?id=467

Pete Heley gives us an update on Whats Hot In Oregon: http://washingtonlakes.com/ReadArticle.aspx?id=465
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Post by Mike Carey » Mon Apr 01, 2013 9:45 am

Wow, as we head out of the end of winter and into Spring the options just multiple!
Ling Cod off the Westport Jetty...lowland lake openers...hot kokanee action at Lake Chelan... the list just goes on. Too much to cover so I recommend you keep an eye out on the growing number of Spring Fishing Reports anglers are posting. That said, here are a few highlights recently posted:

Westport Jetty Fishing Video</a>. No lings but some fun black sea bass action. Remember to watch the horizon or you may get sea sick! http://www.washingtonlakes.com/WatchVideoHD.aspx?id=172

Dave Garybill reviews the Columbia National Wildlife Lakes</a> just opened. http://www.washingtonlakes.com/ReadArticle.aspx?id=484

Two for One from John Kruse in the Audio Section. Spring Trout Fishing Tactics and Spring Chinook Fishing at Drano Lake. http://www.washingtonlakes.com/Audio.aspx

And Pete Heley keeps us up to date on Oregon Angling Prospects. http://www.washingtonlakes.com/ReadArticle.aspx?id=483

Alright, no excuses, there's fish to be caught so go get em!

Oh, and be sure to post your fishing report for a chance at winning our monthly drawing for great prizes from our Sponsors and a free one year Premium Membership. Just post a fishing report and you are automatically entered!The more reports you post the better your chances at winning
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Post by Mike Carey » Wed Apr 24, 2013 12:47 pm

New Articles from Dave Graybill, Uncle Wes, and our weekly Oregon Reports writer Pete Heley have been posted:

http://www.washingtonlakes.com/Articles.aspx

Check it out for the latest action reports!

Also, Thanks to Lou S for providing us with topo maps of Banks Lake!

http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo.aspx?id=537&t=1
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Post by Mike Carey » Mon May 13, 2013 7:46 am

New articles by Dave Graybill, Uncle Wes Malnerg, and Oregon Fishing Updates from Pete Heley have been posted:

http://www.washingtonlakes.com/Articles.aspx

In our Video Sections are a couple new Dave Graybill video shows as well:

Icicle River Springers:

http://www.washingtonlakes.com/forum/vi ... 18#p185118

And from his Cooking Show, Top Cap Sirloin with Mike's Meats:

http://www.washingtonlakes.com/forum/vi ... 19#p185119

Sit back and enjoy!

As a Special Treat, Bob Johansen shares some memories of Ole's Resort on Lake Chapman. Pretty cool historical information!

http://www.washingtonlakes.com/ReadArticle.aspx?id=495
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Post by Mike Carey » Fri May 31, 2013 7:45 pm

Just posted two Audio Reports from John Kruse of Northwest Outdoors.

Craig Schuhman with Guided Waters Fly Fishing talks about late may fishing near Klamath Falls, Oregon, and Milt Gudgell with Pacific Salmon Charters in Ilwaco has the latest on what's going on at the mouth of the Columbia River

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Post by Mike Carey » Tue Jun 04, 2013 1:49 pm

New articles from Uncle Wes and Dave Graybill have been posted. Check out the Articles section of the web site. Also, Dave has a new Banks Lake bass video posted in the video section.
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Post by Amx » Tue Jun 04, 2013 1:55 pm

I don't see the banks vid.
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Post by Amx » Tue Jun 04, 2013 2:02 pm

Oh.

I was looking here;

http://washingtonlakes.com/Videos.aspx" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

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Post by Mike Carey » Tue Jun 18, 2013 9:30 am

Wow, the reports are flooding in and anglers are having great success fishing and crabbing this spring! Here's a taste of the updates on our web sites this past month:

Videos: Check out our most recent videos on Lake Chelan kokanee and mackinaw trout fishing, Palouse cat fishing, and a nice scenic overview of lake Cushman. In the Video Section. http://www.washingtonlakes.com/Videos.aspx And be sure to visit our YouTube page, "WashingtonLakes" and become a subscriber.

WashingtonLakes.com YouTube Page: http://www.youtube.com/user/WashingtonLakes

Audio: John Kruse has two new Audio Reports for us, one on Columbia River shad (6/15 report) and one on Palouse River Fishing (6/22). http://www.washingtonlakes.com/Audio.aspx

Articles: Lot's of great new articles from Uncle Wes, Dave Graybill, Jason Brooks, and our Oregon fishing connection Pete Heley. Check them all out in the Articles and Stories Section. http://www.washingtonlakes.com/Articles.aspx

Contests:We have two contests running. Our yearly Guess the Year End Members contest http://www.washingtonlakes.com/forum/vi ... =7&t=17960 and our monthly Fishing Reports contest. http://www.washingtonlakes.com/forum/vi ... 14#p187114

Both have great prizes from our sponsors AND a Cabela's Gift Card. It's free to enter so go fishing and sent us your fishing reports. The more you fish and post reports the better your odds at winning!

Not to mention, a TON of new fishing reports coming in everyday!
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Post by Mike Carey » Sun Jul 28, 2013 7:11 am

It's that time of year. Salmon are heading back to waters throughout Washington. Time to get your salmon gear out and cleaned, fresh line on your reels and most important- know which of multiple options to chose from! It's going to another banner year for Pink Salmon. We are already seeing the leading edge enter into the Greater Puget Sound region.

Check out Jason Brooks article on South Sound Pinks for some ideas and tips on catching these entertaining fish.

The Columbia is Highway 101 for Chinook and Sockeye returning to Central Washington. Dave Graybill gives the info you need to target these fish.

Baker Lake - it's been tough but there are fish to be had. Check out the latest fishing reports for tips on fishing this beautiful lake.

Our Articles section - http://www.washingtonlakes.com/Articles.aspx has lots of detail information on these fisheries and more. And our Fishing Reports - http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LatestReports.aspx cover all types of fishing here in Washington. While you're at it, send us your fishing report for a chance at free gifts from our Sponsors AND a free one year Premium Membership to WashingtonLakes.com!
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Post by Mike Carey » Tue Oct 01, 2013 8:13 pm

Goodbye Summer, Hello Fall - with a vengeance! Over on the "Wet" side of the state we got a deluge of rain in September, over 6" which is way above our normal. But that doesn't stop die-hard anglers of which we have a few...

Uncle Wes posted Part 1 of a series on Guide Ed Iman's "Fish Camp" which features writers, guides, and outdoor reps with the latest new products. (Yes, WL.com was there as well). Check out Part One: http://www.washingtonlakes.com/ReadArticle.aspx?id=534

John Kruse interviews Louis McMinds of EZ Marine at Fish Camp about over-sized sturgeon fishing in the Columbia. Lot's of great information! http://www.washingtonlakes.com/Audio.aspx

And Dave Graybill was with us as well at Ed's Fish Camp. Here is his report on the amazing King fishery. http://www.washingtonlakes.com/ReadArticle.aspx?id=535

And let's not forget farther upriver - Vernita Bridge Kings. Dave gives his report on this hot fishery as well. http://www.washingtonlakes.com/ReadArticle.aspx?id=536

Bob Johansen noticed a report on Melbourne lake in Mason County and sent us a new write-up AND a topo map - thanks Bob! http://www.washingtonlakes.com/LakeInfo ... d=8988&t=1

Did you know when you post a report on WashingtonLakes.com you can then share it to your FaceBook page? It's easy to do. Share your reports with friends and family on your FaceBook page as well as WashingtonLakes.com!
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Post by Mike Carey » Mon Mar 03, 2014 4:55 pm

The Sportsman Shows are almost all done. Steelheading has changed focus from hatchery to wild (although some anglers are still having some hatchery fish success so don't put your gear away yet).

Here at WL.com we survived a eleventh hour transfer of our servers to a new database center in Los Angles. It took the site down for a day but now we actually have a faster "pipeline" meaning the site is a bit faster. That's good, because soon the reports will be doubling as the weather warms.

Lot's of new articles posted. Be sure to check the Articles page to see what's new. http://www.washingtonlakes.com/Articles.aspx

Anticipation builds for our Second Annual Lake Chelan Kokanee Get-together. We have more Sponsors signing up. The amount of free gifts we'll be handing out is getting bigger every day! Be sure to visit the 2nd Annual Lake Chelan Kokanee Get Together</a> forum link. Sign up on the RSVP list and don't forget to note what you'll be bringing. Early reports are already indicating the fish are running in the 16-19" range and it's only March! http://www.washingtonlakes.com/forum/vi ... 17&t=19503
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Post by Mike Carey » Tue Aug 12, 2014 12:40 pm

August Newsletter Published

It's been a great year for sockeye, despite Lake Washington fizzling and Baker Lake not hitting pre-season forecasts. Check out our August Newsletter for some articles and videos that will help you get in on the action!

http://sendy.washingtonlakes.com/w/3kOe ... wn5bEiytLg

Better still, become a member of our Forum and you'll get the Newsletter sent to your E-mail every month. Plus open up all kinds of great extra features on our site.
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