Today we fished Shasta Lake in a very cold and wet winter weather pattern.  The day started off a bit slow, but we kept our gear where it needed to be and it paid off.  We lost a few heart breakers, but by days end we had some great fish stories to tell.  Great day with a great group of hard working and passionate anglers!  I started the day with a plan to fish Jones Valley, but made a last second left turn into the McCloud Arm.  That split second decision paid off and we caught some great trout.  We started off with a fast troll and after zero bites and 51 degree water, I switched gears and slowed things down.  Right away, the Bay Rats took a beating and took center stage for the remainder of the day.  I'm guessing we'll see some good fishing this week with this wet weathern pattern.  I guess we'll see!