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Opening weekend of trout fishing creates holiday atmosphere
Families, friends drop lines at Rowland Lake for spring trout By TERRY OTTO, For The Columbian
Published: April 28, 2021, 9:32pm
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4 Photos Buzz Ramsey with a brooder rainbow trout he caught while fishing Rowland Lake last Saturday during the spring trout opener. A number of other anglers were also lucky enough to find one of the big boys. (Terry Otto/for The Columbian) (Buzz Ramsey for The Columbian) Photo Gallery
The forecasted heavy rain and wind had not arrived when we launched the boat in the predawn half-light.
The lake was placid, and there were just a few rain drops falling gently. The banks were busy with anglers, many who were camping, and about a dozen boats already graced the water.
Fishing report, April 28
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Fishing reports for waters in southwest Washington, including the Columbia River and tributaries as reported to the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife on April 26.
Always check the WDFW website at wdfw.wa.gov/fishing for the latest fishing rules and regulations as seasons can change or close quickly if necessary.
Updates
Salmon/Steelhead
Bonneville Dam upstream to The Dalles Dam Through May 5, the daily limit is six, with no more than two adults may be retained of which no more than one may be an adult Chinook. Release all salmon other than hatchery Chinook. Release wild steelhead.