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

Austin Moser was thrilled with this 25+inch walleye he got while jigging on Rufus Woods Reservoir. We got a couple of quick photos and then Austin released the fish.

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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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!

Thursday, June 4, 2026 - One of the questions that I am asked most frequently, due to my proximity the Lake Wenatchee, is if there is going to be a sockeye season on the lake. The return of sockeye to our region is something... Get the full report!

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 - The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife has issued an update of the salmon steelhead seasons for the Lower Columbia River. These seasons begin as early as June 16th. Summer run salmon and ste... Get the full report!

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 - I travelled to Clarkston, Washington last week, to visit the Thunder Jet production facility. I had been invited to see the facility and the boat that my sponsor, Mark’s Marine in Hayden, Idaho is ha... Get the full report!

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Macks Lure Components

Something that steelhead anglers might want to try for this season is the new stop knots from Macks Lure in Leavenworth. These knots are designed for "limited slip", and that means you can get a nice positive bite on your line. read more...