Redding is in the center of some of the best fly-fishing in Northern California. In order to create more awareness of the sport and the great fly fishing opportunities available in our area, the Shasta Trinity Fly Fishers are holding a free Fly Fishing Fair & Swap and Sell at the Caldwell Park Pavilion area on Saturday, Oct. 2 from 8 a.m until 2:30 p.m.

AMERICAN RIVER-Not much change from last week. Anglers caught a few halfpounder (12 to 18 inches long) steelhead and striped bass depending on what they were concentrating on.

River fishing has slowed as water levels have dropped. Rain in the forecast this week could bring more fish into the systems if there's enough rain to raise levels.

The fish report is weekly. Its accuracy depends on marinaoperators, tackle shops and local fishermen we contact. Anglerscatching large fish should send the information to Outdoor NewsService, P.O. Box 9007, San Bernardino, CA 92427, or telephone909-887-3444, so it can be included in this report. Faxes can besent to 909-887-8180. E-Mail messages or fishing reports can alsobe posted to Jim ...