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

Here I am with a nice walleye taken in the canal between Long Lake and Crescent Lake. We had a great trip and caught lots of nice walleye.

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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Sunday, February 27, 2028 - Although there are many lakes that are open year round in the region, the March 1st opening of many lakes is often the first fishing trip of the season. To make the most of this first outing there ar... Get the full report!

Friday, March 13, 2026 - The annual Quincy Chamber of Commerce Trout Derby is almost here. Starting on Friday, March 27th, anglers will be gathering at Burke and Quincy lakes in the Quincy Wildlife Area to fish for rainbow t... Get the full report!

Thursday, March 12, 2026 - Everyone knows how popular fishing for triploid rainbow trout on Rufus Woods Reservoir has become, particularly around the net pens on the upper end. I have made countless trips to this area over the... Get the full report!

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 - There are several lakes in the Quincy Wildlife Area that are only reached by trail. Because they take a little extra effort to reach, they often offer better fishing. Two are very popular. Dusty La... Get the full report!

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Float Fishing Report

You have read plenty of reports from me about the joy of bobber and jig or float fishing for steelhead on the upper Columbia River. You have probably attended seminars where local guides, like Shane Magnuson of Upper Columbia Guide Services, have talked about how successful they have been catching steelhead with this technique. read more...