On my way home from a recent trip to Rufus Woods Reservoir I stopped by the Northrup boat launch on Banks Lake. I wanted to let everyone know that the docks are in place and there were a good number of boat trailers in the parking area. The lake level is up, and I think most of the launches can be used now. This is good news for those who plan to participate in the Banks Lake Triple Fish Challenge. There are activities for the kids this Friday afternoon and evening, the fishing starts on Saturday. There are some rule changes in place that should make it easier for anglers to have success. I plan to be there on Sunday for the weigh in with the Bob Feil Smoker Craft boat, so be sure to stop by and say hi. Also, the launch at Connelly Park on Moses Lake can now be used from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.—except it will be closed on Mondays and Tuesdays through the month of April. Only two lanes at the Mill Bay launch on Lake Chelan are usable and the docks at the State Park are pretty high and dry.