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Hi, I'm Dave Graybill, the Fishin' Magician!

Coho salmon returning to the Nehalem River grow big. This one weighed over 16 pounds. Skipper Richard Robinson had one in a cooler at home that weighed just over 21 pounds.

Here you will find current information on fishing in Central Washington State.

I grew up in Central Washington and began writing about the outdoors in the mid 70s. I began broadcasting report on outdoor recreation on KOZI Radio in Lake Chelan in 1991. My reports are now carried on several radio stations and many newspapers in Washington. The reports give what’s happening and how-to information on fishing for bass, perch, walleye, trout, kokanee, salmon, steelhead and other species.

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Tuesday, May 14, 2024 - If you are proud of your boat, here’s a chance to show it off. The Greater Crescent Bar Association is holding their Opening Day of Boating Parade, on Saturday, May 18th, from ten a.m. until noon. B... Get the full report!

Monday, May 13, 2024 - I picked a good day for the maiden voyage of the new Smoker Craft on Lake Chelan. It was very warm and sunny and dead calm. The conditions were great for fishing, and the goal for the day was to get... Get the full report!

Friday, May 10, 2024 - Every year I promise to have my wife Eileen go with me the first time I put my new boat in the water. We usually take it to Lake Chelan, and this year will split time between fishing for kokanee and ... Get the full report!

Thursday, May 9, 2024 - I had a very productive day, although with some challenges. I wanted shoot video of some of the quality lakes in Grant County. By that I mean those that have special regulations that restrict angler... Get the full report!

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Kokabow Fishing Tackle Kokanee Gear

I got a late start on my kokanee fishing at Lake Chelan this year, and am I glad that I met Alan Greenhalgh, owner of Kokabow Fishing Tackle LLC, at one of the sports shows this winter. He fixed me up with some of the spinners and blades that he makes for kokanee fishing and this tackle worked great! read more...