Fresno is 15% full with about 40cfs outflow.
Nelson is 69% full with 0 outflow. Both reservoirs are ice covered. Be sure of ice conditions before fishing. Most predators love edges. Jig or set tip ups in these areas. Edges can be weed lines, humps or drop offs etc.
Good luck.
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