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Hi, I'm Dave Graybill, the Fishin' Magician!

This youngster was proud of his eagle costume he wore in a parade during Salmon Fest.

Here you will find current information on fishing in Central Washington State.

I grew up in Central Washington and began writing about the outdoors in the mid 70s. I began broadcasting report on outdoor recreation on KOZI Radio in Lake Chelan in 1991. My reports are now carried on several radio stations and many newspapers in Washington. The reports give what’s happening and how-to information on fishing for bass, perch, walleye, trout, kokanee, salmon, steelhead and other species.

Current Fishing Reports

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Friday, March 07, 2014 - When I was checking my mail after returning home from the Tri-Cities, and who was knocking on my window but Shane Magnuson, of Upper Columbia Guide Services. He was really pumped. The day before he ... Get the full report!

Wednesday, March 05, 2014 - While driving home from the Outdoor Expo in Tri-Cities I was shocked at the level of the Columbia River. The drawdown to aid in the inspection and to reduce the pressure on Wanapum Dam is dramatic. ... Get the full report!

Monday, March 03, 2014 - Here’s something for the “a little different file” from me. I got a call from Metal Flowers Media in Hollywood, California, and they are doing the casting for a new cable television show. They are l... Get the full report!

Friday, February 28, 2014 - The biggest buzz in our region is about the kokanee fishing at Lake Chelan. There is a fleet working the lake already, and I am getting reports of varied success. The best report, verified by a phot... Get the full report!

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Mill Bay Casino

Lake Chelan

455 Wapato Lake Road
Manson, WA 98831
(509) 687-2102
1-800-648-2946

Video slots, blackjack tables, Roulette, Craps, Spanish 21, Texas Hold ‘em. Coyote Café open for breakfast, lunch, dinner. Prime Rib buffet.

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Product Reviews

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Improved Quick Change Clevis

Walleye anglers are going to like this one from Dutch Fork Custom Lures. It is important to be able to change blades when fishing for walleye, in order to discover which color or style of blade is going to work on a given day—even at a particular time of day. read more...