Fresno is full. Surface temp mainly in the 70s. Walleye fishing is good. Best depths are 8’-10’. Most methods are working when the fish are located. If you are having trouble locating fish fry pulling 8’-10’ running crank baits, when you catch a fish make several runs through that area or stop and jig.
Nelson is full of water. Surface temps are in the 70s. Walleye fishing is good. Most methods are working especially along weed edges. Best depth is about 10’. Good fishing and good luck.
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