Temps currently in the high 90's, cooling slightly next week with some high clouds and gentle breezes this weekend and beyond.

Lake level remains the same at approximately 4 to 6 feet below spill. Visibility to 11 feet, water temperatures are currently 66 degrees at the 20 foot mark and 69 at the surface as recorded in the Marina.

The best area for trout continues to be along the eastern side of the Lake from the Sugar Bowl through the Narrows and a bit beyond Mel's Cove. Some others have done OK in the River Arm starting at the Mouth and trolling all the way to Twin Coves and beyond.

Small lures, needlefish, wobblers, Sep's and Uncle Larry's fire tiger all tipped with scented with corn or a bit f night crawler behind a dodger still the best combination. Some boaters have opted to tie off way up river at Columbia and beyond and have done well bait fishing.

The Marina reports very few bank fishermen during the week in and around the Recreation Area.

Cat fishing has been very good lately they are very partial to chicken livers and are biting in the coves all along the eastern shore, (Mel's cove in particular) some have also been taken at Woodpile. Reports indicate the southern end of Lake still the most productive.

Current success stories: Mike Nichols and Don Appling two experienced park regulars got this nice limit (some to 17") of Kokanee upriver at an undisclosed location using Apex lures at 100 ft depths-Congratulations-well done!

Saturday September 25th is the 5th Annual Hot Rod Heaven Car Show here at PardeeLake. The show runs 8am to 4pm and benefits the Amador County Arts Council. There will be activities, food and beverages available along with live entertainment. General admission is $8:00 per vehicle.