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It would seem if the tag sales are down, the hatchery could get caught up. I have noticed a change in the fish pellets over the years. They used to be more oily, now they feel like compressed crackers and most likely do not have as much nutritional benefit. I'd even like to go back to the strain from the late 80's/early 90's. Those fished jumped a lot.

Fishinginwrench, your not doing it right. Remember to put your earbuds in and never look up from your phone to make eye contact as you hold the door.

Has there been a stated change in stream management at Bennett? I just got back Friday from fishing a few days with my sons, and there are few deep holes anymore. Zone 2 from the hatchery retun to the bridge is a solid weed bed. I remember as a teenager fishing jigs through that area in deeper water. A few guys would fish kapoks on the bottom. Not possible anymore. Is it let a stream be a stream management? I looked at one of the fish drop sites, where they have dropped a nice pile of white rocks that are washing into the stream. I guess no one cares anymore, just throw the fish in? Rant over.

Common guys tell him the truth. Ranger Dave - I use 2 things. An hourglass figure and the eyes. If they give you a squinty "I'll kill ya if you go fishing again!!" That's a female.

Real glad God was watch over you Aggressor.

Good point Aggressor. I am no longer a stockton virgin. Always heard of the guys who drive over your fishing zone. We came down for a few days and had a pontoon boat that just couldn't stay in the middle of the branch behind me. He knew... Wouldn't even make eye contact. Hope that fad ends quickly. Fishing was decent for us until the wind flipped 180. Couldn't figure them out after that. Take care all.

Good on you SR Jim for keeping cool and ignoring bad behavior. X3. Great report, thank you MUCH. Hope those fish taste all the sweeter.

I'd like to thank everyone for sharing their fishing adventures, successful or not. Great forum. I live 4 hours away and only get to Stockton once a year or so and appreciate the opportunity to hear about current conditions. I reserve the right to cuss a bit when I read " going after work today" though. Take care and set the hook.