This photo is from our annual “Fish with a First Responder” fishing clinic, held each September just before the Willow Beach National Fish Hatchery begins its trout stocking program. It’s a great example of how good the fishing can be after a trout plant.

Our first responders did an outstanding job helping kids get hooked up. As soon as one young angler landed a fish, they were right there to help another catch their first. The hatchery continues to stock quality trout, and the fishing remains just as strong as this picture shows. The daily trout limit is five fish, though during this event it was one fish per angler. Beyond just catching fish, our first responders focused on teaching kids the skills and techniques they need to succeed on the water.

We recently had a trout plant at Community Park, where anglers were catching their five-fish limit and then heading out to target striped bass. Below Davis Dam, the striper limit is 10 fish with no size limit. This time of year, glide baits and swimbaits are producing very well—I carry several proven options for these fish.

Up on Lake Mohave, trolling has been the most productive technique, with stripers ranging from 5 to 12 pounds.

We hope this update helps, and we look forward to seeing you soon so you can share your story and your catch. Thanks for all the support.

Now go catch a fish!

Rusty
Riviera Marina
520 Riviera Blvd.
Bullhead City, AZ
928-763-8550