They are clearing hydralia and re-paving the launch. Couldn't put in yesterday because they were working down there. It might be open this weekend, but have a backup launch 
site in mind if you go down there. Wimpy's  ($5) or rough launch from the gates if it is closed.

Merle Haggard died today (his birthday) from complications fighting double pnumonia. Another country music legend gone...

I bought a life "jacket" for my pooch this weekend and tofterok Doodlebug for her first paddle. She loved it! She learned that she can drink from the scupper, or from the side of the boat. She also learned just how far NOT to lean out for drink. So, it ended up being a doggie rescue drill! She was great, I lifted her into the boat, and let her calm down up front with me for a bit, then off we went again! She likes to sit facing behind us. It's gonna be fun to have her out with me.

Maddie and I are pregnant! So stoked! In 8 months there's gonna be a little mini Caddy! Yay!

Hi guys!
My friend gave me this Diawa two piece rod and reel that was her late fathers. I'm guessing it's from the 70's due to the color scheme, and fiberglass construction. Unfortunately, the weight info on the sticker has come off. It's a little over 7 feet long.
I'm wondering what weight it is so I can put new backing and line on it.
Any info appreciated.
Thanks!

Went to an area today that is baitless, single barbless, no scent, and not being a fly guy, I was stumped. I had nothing to throw out but a cheese spoon that I pinched the barb on. What do you non fly guys use? I'd like to hit some other rivers with these restrictions in the future. Any help appreciated.

There will be a fund raiser for Butte fire victims at the Know Place bar - 17271 Bruella rd. Victor Ca. on the 27th. Live music, drink specials.
Swing by and help out if you can.

I didn't date this one thinking that I would keep reporting as time goes by. Feel free to add to it as well.

I started out around noon. Tide was high and just starting to go out.
I hit the rockpile for a few passes, but the wind was blowing pretty hard and I would only get one or two casts before I was on the bank. A few hits, but nothing major. I headed towards Guisty's and found a nice tree to post up under.
I ung out and had lunch. Nice in the shade with the water all lit up under me. Put a piece of worm on a jig and chilled for a while. Caught 3 nice bluegill,one little guy, and a decent smallmouth.
Headed back to the rocks and worked the weeds up to the log and back too many times to count. The wind sucked. I had a drift sock I made out of a leg from some old BDU's and it helped slow the roll a bit, but 20 minutes of paddling would only get me 5 minutes of fishing before I was back where I started. Hooked up two more smallies in the 14" range on a spook at the north end of the rocks.
The sun was getting low so I headed back to the docks. Threw the spook a bunch out front and had a few good hits of a big largie, but couldn't get him. There is a monster lurking under the dock by the launch. Lots of action over by the pump too.

Please post your wimpy's adventures here too. It's my "home base" so I want to hear any news.

Thanks!
Happy fishing!