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

Anton Jones of Darrell and Dads Family Guide Service gave an excellent presentation on how to catch triploids to this group of anglers. They were at the seminar provided by Town Ford. Anglers were eager to learn his techniques prior to the Trippin with the Triploids derby on May 12th.

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.

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Monday, August 3, 2026 - Every year, the Lake Roosevelt fisheries managers - Colville Tribes, Spokane Tribe, Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife (WDFW), and the Lake Roosevelt Volunteer Net Pen Program collaborate to sto... Get the full report!

Friday, July 31, 2026 - I haven’t been to Potholes Reservoir for months, and I wanted to know if it would be worth a trip down there. So, I sent a text to Shelby Ross, of Ross Outdoor Adventures, and asked him how the walle... Get the full report!

Thursday, July 30, 2026 - My wife and I eat a lot of fish, and I often have enough in the freezer to give to friend and neighbors. There are a couple of species that we tend to horde, because we like to eat them so much. One... Get the full report!

Wednesday, July 29, 2026 - I am often asked where to take kids where they can catch fish easily and not get bored. There are many lakes throughout the region that offer good fishing for perch. Fishing for perch is not complic... Get the full report!

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Flash Lites and Wedding Ring Pro

Something that you will find on the shelves of your sporting goods store this year is the Mack’s Lure Flash Lites trolling blade with a couple of notable additions. I have talked about using Flash Lites repeatedly in my reports, and have mentioned the advantage of this light, Mylar bladed gang troll. read more...