WEEKLY FISHING REPORTS

WATER ..... Rock River

FISHING REPORT DATE: 06-27-08

WATER CONDITIONS: Rock River water levels are up and above flood in most areas. Fishing activity continues to be slowed due to the water conditions.

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FISHING AREA: Rock River - Rockford Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are 4 feet above flood stage and on a steady stand. The river has been closed for boats and fishing is not good, but Rock Cut State Park and the Kishwaukee River is good.

FISH: Bluegill ... Good; Fish are scattered due to the water conditions, but biting at Bowman Park at Cherry Valley near the banks on leaf worms, wax worms, and red worms.

FISH: Largemouth Bass ... Good; The Kishwaukee River is producing on lures and top water baits.

FISH: Smallmouth Bass ... Good; Fish are very aggressive and easy to catch; anglers using night crawlers, leeches, small spinners, small crankbaits, and anything that swims around; anglers can keep fish now.

FISH: Catfish ... Good; Rock Cut State Park is producing on stink bait.

NOTE: Visit Rockford Bait in Rockford for your fishing supplies. A very friendly and helpful bait shop.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Rockford Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are high and the river has been closed this past week. Delavan Lake continues to be the best fishing in the area.

FISH: Largemouth Bass ... Good; Fish are being taken at Delavan Lake with 1/4 to 1/2 ounce spinner baits.

NOTE: A catfish tournament will be held July 19th by the Rock Valley Anglers Club; sign up on line or at Gander Mountain; adults $5.00; children $3.00. Registration forms available.

NOTE: Reported by Gander Mountain in Rockford. Fill your tackle boxes and enjoy nature and the nice weather.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Oregon Area

WATER CONDITIONS: water levels are steady and holding at 1 1/2 feet above flood stage with a pretty good current; tons of drum to catch!.

FISH: Walleye ... Fair; An angler reported catching a 22 inch fish on the east side this past week.

FISH: White Bass ... Fair; A few fish are being reeled in by the fishermen.

FISH: Freshwater Drum... Good; Lots!! of fish are being caught near the banks with worms.

FISH: Flathead Catfish ... Good; Big ones! are being reeled in from areas out of the current; Fish weighing 47 pounds, and several weighing 30 pounds were reported this past week being caught on bluegill, suckers, and plastics like a 4 inch shad.

NOTE:. Jan at T.J's Bait and Canoe Rental in Oregon has great bait and fishing supplies for a successful fishing trip. You will enjoy her friendly and helpful service; stop by and see her soon.

FISHING AREA: Rock River -Dixon Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are high and dirty. The river has been closed this past week.

FISH: Crappie ... Slow; Fish are scattered due to the water conditions.

FISH: Walleye ... Fair; Nice sized fish are being taken by the dam with tails and minnows.

FISH: Smallmouth Bass ... Fair to Good; The Grandy Tour area is best; can keep fish now.

FISH: Largemouth Bass ... Slow; Fishermen are doing o.k. in area lakes.

FISH: Channel Catfish ... Real Good; Anglers are successful in backwater areas and slow water are producing on shrimp, cheese bait, and chicken livers; a few on night crawlers.

FISH: Drum ... Good; Lots of fish being taken from the backwater areas on night crawlers.

FISH: Flathead Catfish ... Good; Smaller sized fish from 12 to 18 pound average are biting on gold fish and chubs; a few on night crawlers.

NOTE: Reported by Bunny's Bait Shop in Dixon. Selling fishing license. They have excellent fishing information and fishing supplies. Go see them for your fishing needs. The annual Petunia Festival is planned in Dixon for July 4th weekend.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Rock Falls Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are dropping a little bit. The river has been closed in this area this past week. Best fishing in area ponds and creeks.

FISH: Carp ... Good; Anglers continue to be successful bow fishing in the backwater areas.

NOTE: Stop by and see Al at Shriners Moble Bait Shop at 1308 First Avenue in Rock Falls for your bait and fishing supplies.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Sterling Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are high; Lawrence Park continues to be closed this past week. Several pond fishing.

FISH: Walleye ... Fair to Good; Minnows are selling.

FISH: Catfish ... Good; Night crawlers, leeches and cheese bait are producing.

FISH: Carp ... Fair to Good; Fishermen are successful with worms in the backwater areas.

NOTE: Go to H & R Bait Shop in Sterling and get needed fishing supplies.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Milan Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are way up and clowdy, but beginning to drop. The Milan Bridge area and the canal behind the bait shop is producing fish.

FISH: Crappie .. Good; 1/3 to 1/2 pound sized fish are being taken on red worms and wax worms.

FISH: Bluegill ... Good; Anglers are successful with pieces of dew worms catching 1/2 to 1 pound fish.

FISH: Smallmouth Bass ... Fair to Good; Spoons and plastic frogs are producing 1 to 2 pound fish.

FISH: Catfish ... Good; 4 to 10 pound fish are being caught on leeches in the Milan Bridge area.

NOTE: Amy at E Z Living Sports in Milan would be happy to help you with your fishing supplies.

WATER ..... Rock River

FISHING REPORT DATE: 06-20-08

WATER CONDITIONS: Rock River water levels are up and above flood in most areas. Fishing activity has diminished due to the high water.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Rockford Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are up and flooding. The river has been closed for boats.

NOTE: An angler reported fishing in the flooded City Park on the north end of town. He said second base is really good fishing! They're biting off second base!!

FISH: Crappie ... Fair; Fish are moving deeper as weather temperatures warm.

FISH: Bluegill ... Really Good; Fish are biting at Bowman Park at Cherry Valley near the banks on leaf worms, wax worms, and red worms.

FISH: Largemouth Bass ... Good; Bowman Lake near Cherry Park is producing on lures during early morning hours; Rapala's and top water baits are also producing.

FISH: Walleye ... Fair; An angler reported catching a 9 pounder at Rock Cut State Park with a leech from a boat.

FISH: Channel Catfish ... Very Good; Anglers are successful fishing the flooded wood areas.

FISH: Flathead Catfish ... Good; If you can get to the deeper holes the fishing is good with stink bait or minnows.

NOTE: Visit Rockford Bait in Rockford for your fishing supplies. A very friendly and helpful bait shop.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Rockford Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are high and the river has been closed this past week. Delavan Lake is the best this week.

FISH: Largemouth Bass ... Good; Anglers are successful at Delavan Lake using 1/4 to 1/2 ounce spinner baits.

NOTE: Reported by Gander Mountain in Rockford. Fill your tackle boxes and plan to enjoy the nice weather while fishing.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Oregon Area

WATER CONDITIONS: water levels are 1 1/2 feet above flood stage with a pretty good current; the levels should crest just before the weekend.

FISH: Freshwater Drum... Good; Lots of fish are being caught near the banks; worms will work.

FISH: Flathead Catfish ... Good; Nice sized fish are being reeled in from areas out of the current with bluegill and suckers; the area is hard to get too due to the increasing water levels. Fish weighing 20 pounds, 21, 24, and 27 pounds were reported this past week.

NOTE:. Jan at T.J's Bait and Canoe Rental in Oregon has great bait and fishing supplies for a successful fishing trip. You will enjoy her friendly and helpful service; stop by and see her soon.

FISHING AREA: Rock River -Dixon Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are up and flooding; water is high and dirty with a current and really pouring across the dam. The river has been closed this past week.

FISH: Channel Catfish ... Very Good; The backwater areas are producing on shrimp, worms, minnows, and chicken livers.

FISH: Carp ... Good; Lots of fish being taken from the backwater areas on a variety of baits.

NOTE: Reported by Bunny's Bait Shop in Dixon. Selling fishing license. They have excellent fishing information and fishing supplies. Go see them for your fishing needs.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Rock Falls Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are up. Too much water. The river is closed in this area. Best fishing in ponds and creeks.

FISH: Carp ... Good; Anglers are successful bow fishing in the backwater areas.

NOTE: Stop by and see Al at Shriners Moble Bait Shop at 1308 First Avenue in Rock Falls for your bait and fishing supplies.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Sterling Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are high; the river has been closed this past week. Anglers catching walleye in area lakes and ponds.

FISH: Walleye ... Fair to Good; Anglers are successful fishing the deeper holes with jigs and minnow of area lakes.

FISH: Catfish ... Good; Leeches are working mostly, but a night crawler gets the job done once in a while.

FISH: Carp ... Fair to Good; Fishermen are using worms in the backwater areas.

NOTE: Go to H & R Bait Shop in Sterling and get needed fishing supplies.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Milan Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are way up, fast, and dirty.

FISH: Crappie .. Good; 1/4 to 1/2 pound sized fish are being caught with minnows and red worms from shallow water.

FISH: Smallmouth Bass ... Fair to Good; Spoons and plastic frogs are producing 1 to 2 pound fish.

FISH: Catfish ... Good; 5 to 7 pound fish are being caught on leeches and shrimp near the Milan bridge.

NOTE: Amy at E Z Living Sports in Milan would be happy to help you with your fishing supplies.

WATER ..... Rock River

FISHING REPORT DATE: 06-13-08

WATER CONDITIONS: Rock River water levels are up, several inches of rainfall have been received this past week throughout the river watershed.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Rockford Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are up and the river is full; more rainfall received; very few boats out.

FISH: Crappie ... Fair; Anglers are catching some fish that are out in boats.

FISH: Bluegill ... Really Good; Fish are biting at area lakes; Rock Cut State Park, Olsen Lake, and Pierce Lake; near the banks on leaf worms, wax worms, and red worms.

FISH: Largemouth Bass ... Good; Bowman Lake near Cherry Park is producing on lures during early morning hours; Rapala's and top water baits are also producing.

FISH: Walleye ... Slow; Fishermen have to work for them, but are catcing a few from boats; sizes are a little larger than last week.

FISH: Channel Catfish ... Very Good; Lots of fish are being caught with Doc's stink bait and worms at Rock Cut State Park, Olsen Lake and Pierce Lake.

FISH: Flathead Catfish ... Good; Best spot is up against the dam and in the deeper holes; night fishing is best in the shallows; fish with stink bait and minnows.

NOTE: Visit Rockford Bait in Rockford for your fishing supplies. A very friendly and helpful bait shop.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Rockford Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are up. Bowman Lake is great in this area!

FISH: Largemouth Bass ... Good; Lots of bigger sizes, average from 13 to 15 inches, are being taken with Bandit crankbaits and plastic worms in green pumpkin seed color; dark green colors work best in this lake; use a lift and drop technique.

NOTE: Reported by Gander Mountain in Rockford. Fill your tackle boxes and plan a weekend fishing trip.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Oregon Area

WATER CONDITIONS: water levels are up 3 feet with a strong current and debris; 2 inches + rainfall received and hot weather temperatures.

FISH: Channel Catfish ... Good; Shrimp is the bait of choice this week; look for them south of the dam on the east side.

NOTE:. Jan at T.J's Bait and Canoe Rental in Oregon has great bait and fishing supplies for a successful fishing trip. You will enjoy her friendly and helpful service; stop by and see her soon.

FISHING AREA: Rock River -Dixon Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are up again; high and dirty; water is moving over the dam pretty hard from recent rainfall.

FISH: Crappie ... Slow; Smaller sizes are being taken with minnows.

FISH: Largemouth Bass ... Spotty; Creeks and area lakes best with minnows, worms, and spinner baits.

FISH: smallmouth Bass ... Spotty; Spinners, minnows, and worms are producing in area lakes and creeks.

FISH: White Bass ... Real Good; Anglers are successful; catching them like crazy from along the shorelines with minnows.

FISH: walleye ... Slow; Smaller sized fish are biting on minnows, leeches and spinners; just a couple caught this past week.

FISH: Channel Catfish ... Very Good; Lots of fish are biting on shrimp, cheese bait,shad guts, dip bait, cut bait,and worms in shallower water. Most fish from 3 to 5 pounds, but up to 10 pounds being caught.

FISH: Flathead Catfish ... Good; Bigger sized fish are biting below the Peoria Bridge; A 30 pounder and a 32 pounder was reported this past week.

FISH: Carp ... Good; Action is good with corn and dough bait. Lots of fish being reeled in.

FISH: Drum ... Good; Most everyone is successful with worms. Lots of fish being caught.

NOTE: Reported by Bunny's Bait Shop in Dixon. Selling fishing license. They have excellent fishing information and fishing supplies. Go see them for your fishing needs.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Rock Falls Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are up and over pool from more rainfall received this past week. Lots of rain!

FISH: Crappie ... Slower; The Hennipen Canal and area lakes are producing nice sized fish; anglers must work for them.

FISH: White Bass & Smallmouth Bass ... Fair; Toss wax worms under a bobber in the shallower water near structure, docks, or rocks.

FISH: Walleye ... Fair; Fishing acrivity has slowed this past week but they are catching some from the deeper holes near the rip rap.

FISH: Catfish ... Good; Put Night crawlers, dip Bait, shad, or shrimp near the newly covered shorelines. A few flatheads are also being reeled in.

NOTE: Stop by and see Al at Shriners Moble Bait Shop at 1308 First Avenue in Rock Falls for your bait and fishing supplies.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Sterling Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are coming up again. Quite a few fishing.

FISH: Crappie ... Fair; A few fish are being taken with minnows from the shallows.

FISH: Bluegill ... Fair to Good; Anglers using wax worms and red wigglers.

FISH: Walleye ... Fair to Good; Look for them near the dam with jig and a minnow.

FISH: Catfish ... Good; Fish the river near the lower dam with night crawlers and cut bait; good sized leeches will also attract attention.

FISH: Carp ... Fair to Good; Backwater areas are producing fish with worms.

NOTE: Go to H & R Bait Shop in Sterling and get needed fishing supplies. Fireman's fishing tournament this Saturday.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Milan Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are up and clowdy from recent rainfall. Steel Dam area is providing the best fishing.

FISH: Bluegill .. Good; 1/4 to 1/2 pound sized fish are being caught with red worms.

FISH: Striped Bass ... Good; White spinners and crankbaits are best at Lake George and Steel Dam; fish are 1 to 3 pounds.

FISH: Smallmouth Bass ... Fair to Good; Frogs and black spinners are producing 1 to 3 pound fish.

FISH: Catfish ... Good; 6 to 10 pound fish are being caught on leeches, shrimp and stink bait at Steel Dam in deeper water.

NOTE: Amy at E Z Living Sports in Milan would be happy to help you with your fishing supplies.

WATER ..... Rock River

FISHING REPORT DATE: 06-06-08

WATER CONDITIONS: Rock River water levels are falling, but several inches of rainfall have been received this past week. Fishing is good. Plan to fish during FREE FISHING DAYS, June 6th-9th.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Rockford Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels continue to be high, but the fish are really biting! Don't miss out on the free fishing days this weekend.

FISH: Bluegill ... Really Good; Fish are on the banks; biting really good on leaf worms and red worms; wax worms are in third place.

FISH: Smallmouth Bass ... Good; Anglers are very successful in the Kiswaukee River; lots of fish being reeled in with little crankbaits, small minnows and crankbaits. Catch and release.

FISH: Largemouth Bass ... Good; Fish continue to spawn near the banks in area ponds.

FISH: Walleye ... Very Good; Lots of smaller sizes being reeled in this past week.

FISH: Channel Catfish ... Very Good; Lots of fish are being caught with Doc's stink bait in the Kishwaukee River.

FISH: Flathead Catfish ... Good; Success in better every week; 25 to 40 pound fish are being caught at night on stink bait; they start to bite about 8:00 to 9:00 p.m.

NOTE: Visit Rockford Bait in Rockford for your fishing supplies. A very friendly and helpful bait shop.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Rockford Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are up a little and muddy. Fishing activity is slow.

FISH: Crappie ... Fair; Offer minnows or jigs in clearer water of area lakes and ponds.

FISH: Bass ... Slow; Anglers successful dragging jigs or casting crankbaits.

NOTE: Reported by Gander Mountain in Rockford. Fill your tackle boxes and plan a weekend fishing trip during Free Fishing Days June 6th - 9th.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Oregon Area

WATER CONDITIONS: water levels are dropping; fishing is pretty fair in this area. Enjoy fishing during Free Fishing Days, June 6th-9th.

FISH: Crappie ... Fair to Good; Look for them near the wall and in area ponds and lakes with minnows.

FISH: Smallmouth Bass ... Fair to Good; Fish are spawning; offer them a minnow.

FISH: Channel Catfish ... Good; Anglers are having a ball south of the dam on the east side using 3 to 4 inch suckers; fish have been in the 10 pound range.

FISH: Carp ... Good; Anglers are successful with night crawlers.

FISH: Walleye ... Good; A 17 inch fish was reported this past week near the dam; most fish have been smaller sized.

FISH: Muskie ... Fair; A 30 pounder was reported taken from a private lake this past week.

NOTE: Jan at T.J's Bait and Canoe Rental in Oregon has great bait and fishing supplies for a successful fishing trip. You will enjoy her friendly and helpful service; stop by and see her soon. Canoes are going out.

FISHING AREA: Rock River -Dixon Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are down pretty good.

FISH: Crappie ... Slow; A few are being taken with minnows.

FISH: Largemouth Bass ... Fair to Good; Grandy Tour and Buffalo Park areas have fair angling success with little spinners,leeches, and minnows.

FISH: smallmouth Bass ... Fair to Good; The Grandy Tour and Buffalo Park areas are fair on little spinners,leeches, and minnows.

FISH: White Bass ... Good; Anglers are successful below Dixon Dam with minnows.

FISH: walleye ... Spotty; Smaller sized fish are biting on minnows, leeches and spinners; a few being caught.

FISH: Channel Catfish ... Fair to Good; Smaller sized fish are biting on shrimp, cheese bait, cut bait, night crawlers, and minnows in shallower water. Larger sizes are being taken with shad gut and chicken liver from deeper water.

FISH: Flathead Catfish ... Fair to Good; Smaller sized fish are biting on gold fish.

FISH: Carp ... Good; Action is good with corn and dough bait.

FISH: Drum ... Good; Offer them worms. Quite a few fish being caught; a 14 1/2 pounder was weighed in this past week.

NOTE: Reported by Bunny's Bait Shop in Dixon. Selling fishing license. They have excellent fishing information and fishing supplies. Go see them for your fishing needs.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Rock Falls Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels have dropped 10 inches but more rainfall was received this past week; good clarity; water temperature is still a chilly 65 degrees.

FISH: Crappie ... Fair to Good; The Hennipen Canal and area lakes are producing nice sized fish; anglers must work for them.

FISH: White Bass & Smallmouth Bass ... Fair to Good; Offer wax worms under a bobber in the shallower water near structure, docks, or rocks.

FISH: Walleye ... Fair; Angling success has slowed this past week but they are catching some from the deeper holes near the rip rap.

FISH: Catfish ... Very Good; Dip Bait, shad, and shrimp are producing from along the shorelines. A few flatheads are also being reeled in.

NOTE: Stop by and see Al at Shriners Moble Bait Shop at 1308 First Avenue in Rock Falls for your bait and fishing supplies.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Sterling Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are up from recent rainfall. Quite a few fishing. Don't forget Free Fishing Days this weekend.

FISH: Crappie ... Fair to Good; Anglers are successful with minnows; look for them in the shallows.

FISH: Striped Bass .... Fair to Good; Oppal Marina is producing with a jig and minnow from fairly shallow water.

FISH: Catfish ... Very Good; Fish are being taken from the backwater areas with baby shad and cheese bait.

FISH: Carp ... Fair to Good; Backwater areas are producing fish with worms.

NOTE: Go to H & R Bait Shop in Sterling and get needed fishing supplies for the Kids Fishing Derby coming up June 7th at Lawrence Park, Saturday morning from 9:00 to 11:00. Registration at 8:45 a.m.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Milan Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are still up. The warmer weather is welcomed.

FISH: Crappie ... Good; 1/3 to 1/2 pound sized fish are being taken with wax worms and dew worms.

FISH: Bluegill .. Good; 1/2 to 1 1/2 pound sized fish are being caught with red wigglers and worms under a bobber.

FISH: Striped Bass ... Fair to Good; 1 to 2 pounders are hitting on minnows and white jigs.

FISH: Walleye ... Fair; A few fish from 1 to 3 pounds are biting on pike minnows.

FISH: Smallmouth Bass ... Fair to Good; Frogs and black spinners are producing 1 to 3 pound fish.

FISH: Catfish ... Good; 5 to 15 pound fish are being caught on leeches and stink bait.

NOTE: Amy at E Z Living Sports in Milan would be happy to help you with your fishing supplies during Free Fishing Days, June 6th-9th.

WATER ..... Rock River

FISHING REPORT DATE: 05-30-08

WATER CONDITIONS: Rock River water levels are falling.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Rockford Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels continue to be high, but fishermen can get their boats in now; lots of fishing action in the shallows and area lakes. The Kishwaukee River is producing lots of smallmouth bass and catfish.

FISH: Crappie ... Good; Rock Cut State Park and Bowman Park are producing good numbers of fish. Fish are completing their spawn.

FISH: Bluegill ... Good; Fish are interested in bedding; anglers catching them in area lakes from the shallows.

FISH: Smallmouth Bass ... Good; Anglers are very successful in the Kiswaukee River; lots of fish being reeled in with little crankbaits, small minnows and crankbaits. Catch and release.

FISH: Largemouth Bass ... Good; Some fish are spawning near the banks all over in area ponds.

FISH: Channel Catfish ... Good; Lots of fish are being caught with Doc's stink bait and suckers from the Kishwaukee River.

FISH: Flathead Catfish ... Good; Water temperatures are warm enough for fish to be biting; 10, 25, and 40 pound fish have been reported this past week.

NOTE: Visit Rockford Bait in Rockford for your fishing supplies. A very friendly and helpful bait shop.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Rockford Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are up a little; the river is open; fishing is fairly slow in this area due to the water levels.

FISH: Crappie ... Fair; Lower minnows or jigs in fairly shallow water of area lakes and ponds.

FISH: Bass ... Fair; Anglers successful dragging jigs or throwing crankbaits at Pierce and Olson Lakes; some fish hanging out and warming up near shallow big rocks that stick out of the water and warm up from the sunshine.

NOTE: Reported by Gander Mountain in Rockford. Fill your tackle boxes and plan a weekend fishing trip.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Oregon Area

WATER CONDITIONS: water levels have dropped about a foot; levels are at 8 1/2 feet with water temperatures a barely 60 degrees, maybe. Water clarity is muddied up a little; lots of fishing activity.

FISH: Crappie ... Fair to Good; Look for them near the wall and in area ponds and lakes with minnows.

FISH: White Bass ... Fair to Good; Jigs and minnows are producing near the dam.

FISH: Smallmouth Bass ... Fair to Good; Anglers catching nice sized fish near the dam with minnows.

FISH: Channel Catfish ... Good; Fish off island tips and near shorelines with leeches and stink bait.

FISH: Flathead Catfish ... Good; Look for them in the deep holes with 4 to 5 inch suckers.

FISH: Carp ... Good; Anglers are successful with night crawlers.

FISH: Walleye ... Good; Angling success is picking up.

NOTE: Jan at T.J's Bait and Canoe Rental in Oregon has great bait and fishing supplies for a successful fishing trip. You will enjoy her friendly and helpful service; stop by and see her soon.

FISHING AREA: Rock River -Dixon Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels continue to drop a little; the bait shop has been busy selling bait this past week.

FISH: Crappie ... Slow;

FISH: Largemouth Bass ... Fair to Good; Success in the Grandy Tour and Buffalo Park areas is fair; spotty near the dam, using little spinners,leeches, and minnows.

FISH: smallmouth Bass ... Fair to Good; Fishing in the Grandy Tour and Buffalo Park areas is fair; spotty near the dam, using little spinners,leeches, and minnows.

FISH: White Bass ... Good; Fish are hitting like crazy near the dam.

FISH: walleye ... Spotty; A few are biting on small minnows.

FISH: Channel Catfish ... Slower; Fishermen are using chicken livers, shrimp, shad guts, some worms; smaller sizes close to the shoreline.

FISH: Flathead Catfish ... Fair to Good; 12 to 15 pounders are being taken with crawlers.

FISH: Carp ... Good; Big ones are being caught; Worms are working; a 14 1/2 pounder was reeled in recently.

NOTE: Reported by Bunny's Bait Shop in Dixon. Selling fishing license. They have excellent fishing information and fishing supplies. Go see them for your fishing needs.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Rock Falls Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are up again from 3 1/2 inches of rainfall received this past week; some chilly evening temperatures have slowed angling success some; fish are being caught, but not what it should be for this time of year.

FISH: Crappie ... Fair to Good; Anglers are successful in Hennipen Canal and area lakes are producing.

FISH: White Bass & Smallmouth Bass ... Fair to Good; Offer wax worms under a bobber in the shallower water near structure, docks, or rocks.

FISH: Walleye ... Fair; Anglers are catching some from the deeper holes near the rip rap.

FISH: Catfish ... Good; Red worms and night crawlers are getting bites from along the shorelines. A few flatheads are also being reeled in.

NOTE: Stop by and see Al at Shriners Moble Bait Shop at 1308 First Avenue in Rock Falls for your bait and fishing supplies.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Sterling Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are back up from recent rainfall.

FISH: Crappie ... Fair to Good; Anglers are successful with minnows; look for them in the shallows.

FISH: Striped Bass .... Fair to Good; Oppal Marina is producing with a jig and minnow from fairly shallow water.

FISH: Catfish ... Very Good; Fish are being taken from the backwater areas with baby shad and cheese bait.

FISH: Carp ... Fair to Good; Backwater areas are producing fish on worms.

NOTE: Go to H & R Bait Shop in Sterling for needed fishing supplies. Stop by and see them soon. Kids fishing derby coming up June 7th.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Milan Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are fast and clowdy. Hennipen Canal, the Marina and Lake George are producing.

FISH: Crappie ... Good; 1/2 to 1 pound sized fish are being taken from area farm ponds and Lake George.

FISH: Bluegill .. Good; 1/2 to 1 1/2 pound sized fish are being caught with red wigglers and worms under a bobber.

FISH: Striped Bass ... Fair to Good; 1 to 2 pounders are hitting on minnows and white jigs.

FISH: Smallmouth Bass ... Fair to Good; Frogs and black spinners are producing 1 to 3 pound fish.

FISH: Catfish ... Fair to Good; 2 to 4 pound fish are being taken with dip bait and worms.

NOTE: Amy at E Z Living Sports in Milan would be happy to help you with your fishing supplies.

WATER ..... Rock River

FISHING REPORT DATE: 05-23-08

WATER CONDITIONS: Rock River water levels continue to be high and are falling some.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Rockford Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels continue to be at flood stage; lots of fishing action in the shallows. The Kishwaukee River is producing lots of smallmouth bass.

FISH: Crappie ... Good; Pre spawn conditions; creeks and area lakes and ponds are producing on mini mites and jigs.

FISH: Bluegill ... Good; Pre spawn conditions progress is right behind the crappie; anglers catching them in area ponds and Rock Cut State Park Lake with wax worms in the shallows.

FISH: Smallmouth Bass ... Good; Anglers are very successful in the Kiswaukee River; lots of fish being reeled in with small Rapala's, rooster Tails, and small minnows. Catch and release.

FISH: Largemouth Bass ... Good; Some fish are spawning near the banks all over in area ponds.

FISH: Walleye ... Fair; A few fish have been caught this past week.

FISH: Channel Catfish ... Good; Lots of fish are being caught in close quiet spots of the water, especially near flooded trees with stink bait.

NOTE: Visit Rockford Bait in Rockford for your fishing supplies. A very friendly and helpful bait shop.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Rockford Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels continue to be high but are dropping; the river remains closed.

FISH: Crappie ... Fair; Chilly nights have slowed activity; Toss minnows or jigs in fairly shallow water of area lakes and ponds.

FISH: Catfish ... Fair; Fishermen have been successful with nets.

NOTE: Reported by Gander Mountain in Rockford. Fill your tackle boxes for a Memorial Day Holiday weekend fishing trip.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Oregon Area

WATER CONDITIONS: water levels are dropping a few inches a day; water temperatures are 55 degrees. A fish fry would be fun this weekend. Got fish?

FISH: Crappie ... Fair to Good; Look for the near the wall and in area ponds and lakes with minnows.

FISH: White Bass ... Fair to Good; Jigs and minnows are producing near the dam.

FISH: Smallmouth Bass ... Fair to Good; Two 21 inch fish were reportedly caught by an angler this past week; nice sized fish are biting near the dam on minnows.

FISH: Catfish ... Fair to Good; Fishing is pretty fair close to the shorelines with liver, night crawlers, and stink bait.

FISH: Walleye ... Good; An angler reported catching an 8 pounder this past week.

FISH: Muskie ... Good; A fishermen reported reeling in a 38 inch fish with a rapala this past week.

NOTE: Jan at T.J's Bait and Canoe Rental in Oregon has great bait and fishing supplies for a successful fishing trip. You will enjoy her friendly and helpful service; stop by and see her soon.

FISHING AREA: Rock River -Dixon Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are dropping a little and clearing up some; the island is peeping out as water rushes over the dam. A few boats out.

FISH: Crappie ... Fair to Good; Angling success has picked up from last week below the dam.

FISH: Largemouth Bass ... Fair to Good ; Best success is in the area lakes and creeks with minnows, leeches, and little spinners.

FISH: smallmouth Bass ... Fair to Good; Catch and release; biting best in area creeks and lakes on minnows, leeches, and little spinners.

FISH: White Bass ... Spotty; Two to 5 fish caught at a time.

FISH: walleye ... Fair; The Grandy Tour area is producing on leaches and minnows.

FISH: Channel Catfish ... Good; Anglers using shrimp, shad guts, cheese bait, crushed minnows and some being taken with night crawlers close to the shore and also in deep water in the channel.

FISH: Flathead Catfish ... Fair; Three flatheads were caught near the Moonlight Bay area with gold fish.

FISH: Carp & Suckers & Gar ... Good; Worms are working.

NOTE: Reported by Bunny's Bait Shop in Dixon. Selling fishing license. They have excellent fishing information and fishing supplies. Go see them for your fishing needs.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Rock Falls Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are dropping. The warmer weather and sunshine is welcome.

FISH: Crappie ... Fair to Good; Anglers are looking for them in Hennipen Canal and area lakes are producing.

FISH: White Bass & Smallmouth Bass ... Fair to Good; Offer wax worms under a bobber in the shallower water near structure, docks, or rocks.

FISH: Walleye ... Fair; Anglers are catching some from the deeper holes near the rip rap.

FISH: Catfish ... Good; Red worms and night crawlers are getting bites from along the shorelines. A few flatheads are also being reeled in.

NOTE: Stop by and see Al at Shriners Moble Bait Shop at 1308 First Avenue in Rock Falls for your bait and fishing supplies.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Sterling Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are slowly dropping.

FISH: Crappie ... Fair to Good; Pre spawn conditions; water temperatures are too chilly to promote the spawn; an angler reported catching 14 fish this past week with minnows.

FISH: Bass .... Fair to Good; Anglers are using soft plastic worms; purple and white are popular.

FISH: Catfish ... Fair to Good; A few fish are being taken with night crawlers; baby shad is being used in the deeper water.

FISH: Carp ... Fair to Good; Backwater areas are producing a few fish.

NOTE: Go to H & R Bait Shop in Sterling for needed fishing supplies. Stop by and see them soon. Kids fishing derby coming up June 7th.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Milan Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are up and clowdy. Fishing success is pretty good.

FISH: Crappie ... Good; 1/2 to 1 pound sized fish are being taken from area farm ponds and Lake George.

FISH: Bluegill .. Good; 1/2 to 1 pound sized fish are being caught with red wigglers and wax worms under a bobber.

FISH: Striped Bass ... Fair to Good; 1 to 2 pounders are hitting on minnows and white jigs.

FISH: Catfish ... Fair to Good; 2 to 4 pound fish are being taken with shrimp and liver near the shorelines, with a some on worms.

NOTE: Amy at E Z Living Sports in Milan would be happy to help you with your fishing supplies. If you are in East Moline stop by and see Dave at Booze & Bait for fishing equipment and supplies.

WATER ..... Rock River

FISHING REPORT DATE: 05-16-08

WATER CONDITIONS: Rock River water levels continue to be high and are falling some, but more rainfall was received throughout the watershed this past week.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Rockford Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are at flood stage; lots of fishing action in the shallows.

FISH: Crappie ... Good; Pre spawn conditions; area lakes and ponds are producing; Rock Cut State Park and Bowman Park are producing on mini mites and jigs.

FISH: Bluegill ... Good; Pre spawn conditions progress is right behind the crappie; anglers catching them in area ponds and Rock Cut State Park Lake with wax worms in the shallows.

FISH: Catfish ... Good; Anglers using stink bait, crawlers and minnows along the shorelines and edges in quiet water; some fishing from boats.

NOTE: Visit Rockford Bait in Rockford for your fishing supplies. A very friendly and helpful bait shop.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Rockford Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are up and high; the river is closed.

FISH: Crappie ... Fair; Offer minnows or jigs in fairly shallow water of area lakes and ponds; most anglers catching 3 or 4 fish.

NOTE: Reported by Gander Mountain in Rockford. Check them out and fill your tackle boxes for the 2008 fishing season.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Oregon Area

WATER CONDITIONS: water levels were at 13 feet and have fallen to 10 1/2 feet this week;

FISH: Crappie ... Fair to Good; Look for the near the wall and in area ponds and lakes with minnows.

FISH: White Bass ... Fair to Good; Toss them a minnow or pearl twister tail near the dam.

FISH: Smallmouth Bass ... Fair to Good; Nice sized fish are biting near the dam on minnows.

FISH: Catfish ... Fair to Good; Real nice sized fish are biting on liver and night crawlers; some on dip bait out of the current; A 40 pound flathead was caught with a minnow at the dam.

FISH: Walleye ... Good; An angler reported catching a 19 inch and a 20 inch fish this past week.

NOTE: Jan at T.J's Bait and Canoe Rental in Oregon has great bait and fishing supplies for a successful fishing trip. You will enjoy her friendly and helpful service; stop by and see her soon.

FISHING AREA: Rock River -Dixon Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are high and dirty, but dropping a little; more rainfall has been received; the wind has been in a hurry lately; weather temperatures have been consistantly a little chilly.

FISH: Crappie ... Slower; Chilly weather temperatures have slowed angling success and pre spawning conditions.

FISH: Largemouth Bass ... Slow; Best success is in the area lakes and creeks; slow in the river; fishermen are using various lures and artificial baits.

FISH: smallmouth Bass ... Slow; Catch and release; biting best in area creeks and lakes; slow in the river.

FISH: White Bass ... Fair; A few smaller sizes have been taken with minnows; two or three at a time.

FISH: walleye ... Slow; Two were reported caught with minnows.

FISH: Catfish ... Fair to Good;Sucess slowed a little; anglers using shrimp, shad guts, cheese bait and some being taken with night crawlers down stream near Nelson. A 15 pound flathead was reported this past week.

FISH: Carp & Suckers & Gar ... Good; Worms are working.

NOTE: Reported by Bunny's Bait Shop in Dixon. Selling fishing license. They have excellent fishing information and fishing supplies. Go see them for your fishing needs.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Rock Falls Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are dropping some but are still high. More rainfall received this week and it has been windy.

FISH: Crappie ... Fair to Good; Anglers are working for them in Hennipen Canal; area impoundments are fair.

FISH: White Bass & Smallmouth Bass ... Fair to Good; Anglers are having decent luck catching fish.

FISH: Walleye ... Fair; Anglers are getting a few more from the the deep holes near the rip rap.

FISH: Catfish ... Good; Look for them with red worms and night crawlers. Also a few flatheads being caught.

NOTE: Stop by and see Al at Shriners Moble Bait Shop at 1308 First Avenue in Rock Falls for your bait and fishing supplies.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Sterling Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are up some from recent rainfall; it's been cold and wet this past week.

FISH: Crappie ... Fair to Good; Anglers are catching several fish from farm ponds and area lakes with minnows.

FISH: Bass .... Fair to Good; A few fish have been taken this past week from area lakes and ponds with jigs and rubber worms.

FISH: Walleye ... Fair; An angler reported catching fish in lakes near Buda,IL. this past week.

FISH: Catfish ... Good; Night crawlers are working for the fishermen this week.

NOTE: Go to H & R Bait Shop in Sterling for needed fishing supplies. Stop by and see them soon. Kids fishing derby coming up June 7th.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Milan Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are up some but clear.

FISH: Crappie ... Good; 1/2 to 1 pound sized fish are being taken from area farm ponds and Lake George.

FISH: Walleye ... Fair; 1 to 2 pounders are hitting on minnows and spoons near Steel Dam.

FISH: Catfish ... Fair; 1 to 2 pound fish are being taken with shrimp and night crawlers from the river, usually close to the shorelines.

NOTE: Amy at E Z Living Sports in Milan would be happy to help you with your fishing supplies. If you are in East Moline stop by and see Dave at Booze & Bait for fishing equipment and supplies.

WATER ..... Rock River

FISHING REPORT DATE: 05-09-08

WATER CONDITIONS: Rock River water levels continue to be high and with a fast current.

NOTE: The fifth season spring turkey hunting is Thursday, May 8th thru Thursday, May 15th for the northern zone.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Rockford Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are high; tons of water; the channel is deep and swift; look for fish along the edges out of the current in quiet water. Good fishing; and the lilac are blooming in time for Mothers Day.

FISH: Crappie ... Good; Area lakes and ponds are producing; fish are ready to spawn; anglers catching lots of them; Rock Cut State Park is good; Bowman Park is also good on mini mites and jigs.

FISH: Bluegill ... Good; Catching them in area ponds; fish are biting on leaf worms and wax worms at Rock Cut State Park Lake; warm sunshine has improved angling activity.

FISH: Walleye ... Good; Fish are biting good; anglers are using jigs or walleye minnows at the mouths of creeks and along the banks.

FISH: Smallmouth Bass ... Good; The Kishwaukee River is producing several fish with Meph rooster tail spinners, jigs, and minnows.

FISH: White Bass ... Good; Some fish are running; put spinners or jigs and minnows near the edges in quiet water.

FISH: Catfish ... Good; Doc's cold weather stink bait is getting bites in 2 feet of water near the shorelines and edges in quiet water; some fishing from boats.

NOTE: Visit Rockford Bait in Rockford for your fishing supplies. A very friendly and helpful bait shop.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Rockford Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are high and flooded; the river is closed; Rock Cut State Park is producing well; the fish are also biting at Bowman Park. Due to fluctuating water levels and weather temperatures, fish are two weeks behind on their normal spawning schedule.

FISH: Crappie ... Fair to Good; Olson Lake and Pierce Lake are producing; Offer minnows or jigs in fairly shallow water.

FISH: Bluegill ... Fair to Good; Lower a wax worm under a bobber at Olson or Pierce Lake and reel one in.

FISH: Largemouth Bass ... Fair to Good; fish are biting at Olson & Pierce Lakes on spinner baits and jigs.

FISH: Catfish ... Fair to Good; Check out the laydowns and brushy areas with night crawlers at Pierce and Olson Lake.

NOTE: The Rockford Hog Hunters are sponsoring a Bass Tournament on May 10th at Atwood Park. All Welcome!

NOTE: Reported by Gander Mountain in Rockford. Check them out and fill your tackle boxes for the 2008 fishing season.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Oregon Area

WATER CONDITIONS: water levels are high with lots of current; two feet below flood; creeks flowing into the Rock are down some; not alot of angling activity, but fishing is picking up; the fish are hungry, looking for someone to feed them. Plan a fishing trip for Mothers Day!

FISH: Crappie ... Fair to Good; Area ponds and lakes are producing on minnows.

FISH: Catfish ... Fair to Good; Anglers are having decent success with liver and worms; the current is so strong that dip bait won't stay on the hook.

FISH: Walleye ... Fair; Post spawn conditions; fishermen are picking up a few at Castle Rock and near the dam.

NOTE: There are about 50 Pelicans still in the area Drop by and take a look at them.

NOTE: Jan at T.J's Bait and Canoe Rental in Oregon has great bait and fishing supplies for a successful fishing trip. You will enjoy her friendly and helpful service; stop by and see her soon.

FISHING AREA: Rock River -Dixon Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are high and fast; lots of current.

FISH: Crappie ... Good; Area lakes are producing; anglers are using small spinners.

FISH: Largemouth Bass ... Slow; Mostly in the lakes; fishermen are using various lures and artificial baits.

FISH: smallmouth Bass ... Slow; Catch and release.

FISH: White Bass ... Good; Look for them down stream with a minnow on your hook.

FISH: walleye ... Slow; A couple were reported being caught this past week; but they had to work hard for them.

FISH: Catfish ... Good; Fish are biting on shad guts, cheese bait and shrimp; chicken liver is also selling at the bait shop.

FISH: Carp & Suckers... Good; Night crawlers continue to get bites in the backwater areas and near the banks.

NOTE: Reported by Bunny's Bait Shop in Dixon. Selling fishing license. They have excellent fishing information and fishing supplies. Go see them for your fishing needs.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Rock Falls Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are high. More rainfall received this week; warmer temperatures welcomed; Happy Mothers Day!

FISH: Walleye ... Fair; Anglers are getting a few from the the deep holes near the rip rap.

FISH: Catfish ... Good; Look for them with red worms and night crawlers.

NOTE: Stop by and see Al at Shriners Moble Bait Shop at 1308 First Avenue in Rock Falls for your bait and fishing supplies.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Sterling Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are a little high. Most fish have been smaller sized, but they are biting.

FISH: Crappie ... Fair to Good; Anglers are catching several fish from farm ponds and area lakes with minnows.

FISH: Bass .... Fair to Good; A few fish have been taken this past week from area lakes and ponds with jigs and rubber worms.

FISH: Catfish ... Good; Night crawlers are working for the fishermen this week.

NOTE: Go to H & R Bait Shop in Sterling for needed fishing supplies. Stop by and see them soon.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Milan Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels up high. Everyone is enjoying the warm sunshiny; warmer, & cheery days.

FISH: Crappie ... Good; 1/3 to 1/2 pound sized fish are biting on minnows and red worms.

FISH: Stripers ... Fair to Good; 2 to 4 pounders are hitting on white spinners and crankbaits near Steel Dam.

FISH: Smallmouth Bass ... Good; 1 to 3 pounders are hitting on night crawlers and spinners.

FISH: Northern Pike ... Good; 2 to 4 pound fish are being taken with minnows and spoons at Lake George and Steel Dam.

NOTE: Amy at E Z Living Sports in Milan would be happy to help you with your fishing supplies. If you are in East Moline stop by and see Dave at Booze & Bait for fishing equipment and supplies.

WATER ..... Rock River

FISHING REPORT DATE: 05-02-08

WATER CONDITIONS: Rock River water levels are high and up with a fast current.

NOTE: The fourth season spring turkey hunting is Thursday, May 1st thru Wednesday, May 7th for the northern zone.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Rockford Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are high, at flood with a swift current; look for fish along the edges out of the current where they are feeding.

FISH: Crappie ... Slower; Tiny jigs and crappie minnows are getting bites; the chilly weather slowed them down some.

FISH: Bluegill ... Slower; Fish are biting on leaf worms and wax worms especially at Rock Cut State Park Lake; some warm sunshine will improve activity.

FISH: Walleye ... Fair to Good; Fish have completed their spawn; anglers are using jigs or walleye minnows at the mouths of creeks and along the banks; an angler reported catching 3 over 22 inches in length this past week.

FISH: Smallmouth Bass ... Slower; The Kishwaukee River is producing several fish with Meph rooster tail spinners, jigs, and minnows.

FISH: White Bass ... Slower; Put spinners or jigs and minnows in the creeks or at the mouths of creeks; also look for them close to the shore and near the dam.

FISH: Catfish ... Good; Doc's cold weather stink bait is getting bites in 2 feet of water near the shorelines; an angler reported catching 15 while fishing this past week.

NOTE: Visit Rockford Bait in Rockford for your fishing supplies. A very friendly and helpful bait shop.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Rockford Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are high and flooded; Rock Cut State Park is producing well; the fish are also biting at Bowman Park. The storms this past week have caused the water at Rock Cut State Park Lake to look like chocolate milk, but the fish are still biting.

FISH: Crappie ... Fair to Good; Offer minnows or jigs near the newly growing week beds at Rock cut State Park and Bowman Park Lakes.

FISH: Largemouth Bass ... Fair to Good; fish are biting in the backwater and area lakes on spinner baits and on dark colored jig and pigs.

FISH: Catfish ... Fair to Good; Look for them following carp in the shallower backwater areas.

FISH: Carp ... Fair to Good; Put worms on the bottom at the mouths of creeks.

NOTE: The Rockford Hog Hunters are sponsoring a Bass Tournament on May 10th at Atwood Park. All Welcome!

NOTE: Reported by Gander Mountain in Rockford. Check them out and fill your tackle boxes for the 2008 fishing season.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Oregon Area

WATER CONDITIONS: water levels are high with lots of current; angling activity has been slow this past week due to the weather and water level conditions. Small tree leaves are popping out; it's nice to see signs of spring.

FISH: Catfish ... Fair to Good; Put night crawlers along the edges for a bite.

FISH: White Bass ... Fair; Toss them a twister tail near the dam.

FISH: Smallmouth Bass ... Fair; Look for fish around the dam; they are biting on twister tails; catch and release.

NOTE: Pelicans have moved into this area this past week. Drop by and take a look at them.

NOTE: Jan at T.J's Bait and Canoe Rental in Oregon has great bait and fishing supplies for a successful fishing trip. You will enjoy her friendly and helpful service; stop by and see her soon.

FISHING AREA: Rock River -Dixon Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are high and clearing; chilly weather this past week has cooled things off; trees are budding in this area; showing signs of spring.

FISH: Crappie ... Fair; Some fish are being taken with small spinners.

FISH: Largemouth Bass ... Fair; Nice sized fish are biting on leaches and minnows; mostly in the lakes.

FISH: White Bass ... Fair; A few fish are hitting on small spinners for the anglers.

FISH: walleye ... Slow; Some are biting on chartreuse twister tails and some on minnows.

FISH: Catfish ... Good; Fish have moved into deeper water and are biting on shad guts and shrimp; night crawler action has slowed.

FISH: Carp ... Good; Night crawlers continue to get bites in the backwater areas and near the banks.

FISH: Northern Pike ... Slow; One was reported reeled in this past week.

NOTE: Reported by Bunny's Bait Shop in Dixon. Selling fishing license. They have excellent fishing information and fishing supplies. Go see them for your fishing needs.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Rock Falls Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are up and high. Chilly weather this week has slowed angling activity.

FISH: Walleye ... Fair; Anglers are picking up a few; look for them in the deep holes near the rip rap.

FISH: Catfish ... Fair; A few are hitting on red worms and night crawlers; warmer temperatures are needed.

NOTE: Stop by and see Al at Shriners Moble Bait Shop at 1308 First Avenue in Rock Falls for your bait and fishing supplies.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Sterling Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are high. Fishing activity should increase when the weather settles down.

FISH: Crappie ... Fair to Good; Several fish taken from farm ponds and area lakes with small sized minnows.

FISH: Bass .... Fair to Good; Several are being caught with purple and white worms.

FISH: Catfish ... Good; Search the backwater areas and warmer shallows with various worms.

NOTE: Go to H & R Bait Shop in Sterling for needed fishing supplies. Stop by and see them soon.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Milan Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels continue to be up, fast, and clowdy. The week started out very chilly, but should warm up some again by the weekend.

FISH: Crappie ... Fair to Good; 1/2 to 1 pound sized fish are biting on red worms and wax worms.

FISH: Stripers ... Fair to Good; 2 to 4 pounders are hitting on white spinners and crankbaits by the dam.

FISH: Smallmouth Bass ... Fair to Good; Fish are biting on white or red colored double blade spinner bait at Sunset Marina and Lake George.

FISH: Walleye ... Fair to Good; 2 to 3 pound fish are being taken with white twister tails and pike minnows near the dam and Sylvan Slough.

NOTE: Amy at E Z Living Sports in Milan would be happy to help you with your fishing supplies. If you are in East Moline stop by and see Dave at Booze & Bait for fishing equipment and supplies.

WATER ..... Rock River

FISHING REPORT DATE: 04-25-08

WATER CONDITIONS: Rock River water levels are high and dirty with a current, but slowly dropping some. The Kishwaukee River is at normal pool.

NOTE: The third season spring turkey hunting is Friday, April 25th thru Wednesday, April 30th for the northern zone.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Rockford Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are 2 feet below flood with a swift current; the river is roaring, go to the shallows to fish.

FISH: Crappie ... Great; Fish are biting everywhere; tiny jigs and crappie minnows are working; fish usually spawn close to the first week of May in this area.

FISH: Bluegill ... Good; Fish are biting on leaf worms and wax worms; Rock Cut State Park Lake is 58 degrees and producing for the fishermen.

FISH: Walleye ... Fair to Good; Fish are completing their spawn; fish are biting on jigs or walleye minnows in the creeks and along the banks; best success is at the mouths of creeks and backwater areas.

FISH: Smallmouth Bass ... Good; The Kishwaukee River is producing several fish with Meph rooster tail spinners, jigs, and minnows.

FISH: White Bass ... Good; Put spinners or jigs and minnows in the creeks or at the mouths of creeks; also look for the m close to the shore and near the dam.

FISH: Northern Pike ... Fair to Good; A few are being taken near the dam, close to the shorelines,at the mouths of creeks and in the creeks with big shiners.

FISH: Catfish ... Good; Fish are biting best close to the edges on Doc's cold weather stink bait and red worms.

NOTE: Visit Rockford Bait in Rockford for your fishing supplies. A very friendly and helpful bait shop.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Rockford Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels continue to be high; not many fishing reports due to the water levels.

FISH: Walleye ... Good; Anglers continue to be successful near the Oregon Dam using jigs and minnows or jigs and twister tails.

NOTE: Reported by Gander Mountain in Rockford. Check them out and fill your tackle boxes for the 2008 fishing season.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Oregon Area

WATER CONDITIONS: water levels are high and swift with a current; flood stage is near 13 feet and the level is near 12 feet.

FISH: walleye ... Excellent; Fish are continuing their spawn; jigs and minnows are producing near the shorelines.

FISH: Crappie ... Fair; Look for them near stumps and brush piles using minnows or jigs tipped with minnows.

FISH: Catfish ... Fair to Good; Night crawlers, dip bait and liver are attracting attention.

FISH: White Bass ... Fair; Offer them a twister tail.

FISH: Smallmouth Bass ... Fair; Fishing are biting on twister tails; still catch and release.

NOTE: Jan at T.J's Bait and Canoe Rental in Oregon has great bait and fishing supplies for a successful fishing trip. You will enjoy her friendly and helpful service; stop by and see her soon.

FISHING AREA: Rock River -Dixon Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are high and dirty, but dropping; Warmer weather temperatures have been enjoyed by the anglers.

FISH: Crappie ... Fair; No big catches, but fish are biting on minnows.

FISH: Bass ... Slow; A few largemouth and smallmouth bass are being caugh but not many, mostly with minnows near the shorelines.

FISH: White Bass ... Fair; Smaller sizes of fish are hitting on twister tails.

FISH: walleye ... Fair; Some smaller sized fish are being taken from below the dam with chartreuse twister tails.

FISH: Catfish ... Good; Anglers are using night crawlers and red worms in the shallows and along the shorelines; the bigger sizes are biting on shad gut and cut bait in deeper water.

FISH: Carp ... Good; Night crawlers are working in the backwater areas and along the banks; fish are fun to catch, they put up a good fight.

FISH: Northern Pike ... Slow; An angler reported catching only one this past week.

NOTE: Reported by Bunny's Bait Shop in Dixon. Selling fishing license. They have excellent fishing information and fishing supplies. Go see them for your fishing needs.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Rock Falls Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are still high. Angling success for white bass is better this week than last week.

FISH: Crappie ... Fair; Nice sized fish are being caught, but success is fairly slow.

FISH: White Bass ... Very Good; Lots of fish being taken with spinners; small Mephs best; also Bush masters, and road runners.

FISH: Smallmouth Bass ... Good; Mephs Spinners, rooster tails, and no.3 floating Rapala's are producing with a small no.8 hook.

FISH: Walleye ... Good; Fish are ready for the spawn; nice sized ones are biting at the lower dam and Park area or use a boat to fish the deep holes near the rip rap with 1/4 or 1/8 jig heads dressed up with twister tails or 3 inch shad body tails.

FISH: Catfish ... Good; Nice sized channel cat are hitting on both red worms and night crawlers; warmer temperatures are in the forecast which should help angling success.

NOTE: Stop by and see Al at Shriners Moble Bait Shop at 1308 First Avenue in Rock Falls for your bait and fishing supplies.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Sterling Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are pretty high.

FISH: Crappie ... Fair to Good; Anglers are getting bites in the canal with small minnows.

FISH: Stripers .... Fair to Good; Fishermen are successful catching a few fish with jigs and minnows.

FISH: Walleye ... Fair; The bait shop is selling large minnows.

FISH: Catfish ... Good; Look for them up close to the river banks with red worms; a few are also being caught with night crawlers.

NOTE: Go to H & R Bait Shop in Sterling for needed fishing supplies. Stop by and see them soon.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Milan Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are up, fast, and clowdy. Warmer temperatures this past week have been welcome.

FISH: Crappie ... Fair to Good; Wax worms and dew worms are attracting attention this week; anglers reported catching an average size in the 1/2 pound range.

FISH: Smallmouth Bass ... Fair to Good; Fish are biting on white or red colored double blade spinner bait; Sunset Marina and Lake George are producing.

FISH: Walleye ... Fair to Good; 2 to 3 pound fish are being taken with white twister tails and pike minnows; check out the dam area and Sylvan Slough.

NOTE: Amy at E Z Living Sports in Milan would be happy to help you with your fishing supplies. If you are in East Moline stop by and see Dave at Booze & Bait for fishing equipment and supplies.

WATER ..... Rock River

FISHING REPORT DATE: 04-18-08

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels continue to be high. The Kishwaukee River is at normal pool.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Rockford Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are at flood stage with a current; no wake status for boats; be careful boating.

FISH: Crappie ... Great; An angler reported catching 38 this past week at Pierce Lake with crappie minnows.

FISH: Bluegill ... Good; Fish are biting on leaf worms and wax worms; Bowman Park is producing for the fishermen.

FISH: Walleye ... Good; Fish are spawning; fish are being taken with jigs or walleye minnows in the creeks and along the banks; best success is at the mouths of creeks and backwater areas.

FISH: Smallmouth Bass ... Good; The Kishwaukee River is producing several fish with Meph rooster tail spinners, jigs, and minnows.

FISH: Muskie ... Good; Look for them up in the creeks; pre-spawning conditions.

FISH: Northern Pike ... Good; Look for them at the mouths of creeks and and along the banks with big shiners.

FISH: Catfish ... Good; Fish are biting best in the quiet spots, out of the current and in the creeks,on Doc's cold weather stink bait.

NOTE: Visit Rockford Bait in Rockford for your fishing supplies. A very friendly and helpful bait shop.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Rockford Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are high and romping.

FISH: Walleye ... Fair to Good; Anglers are successful near the Oregon Dam using jigs and minnows or jigs and twister tails.

NOTE: Reported by Gander Mountain in Rockford. Check them out and fill your tackle boxes for the 2008 fishing season.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Oregon Area

WATER CONDITIONS: water levels are high; up 2 feet from last week with a swift current and slowly dropping; flood stage is 13 feet; it's a remarkable spring; anglers are looking for warmer weather.

FISH: walleye ... Excellent; Fish are spawning; jigs and minnows are producing near the shorelines.

FISH: Crappie ... Fair; Look for them near stumps and brush piles using minnows or jigs tipped with minnows.

FISH: Channel Catfish ... Fair; fish are biting on red worms and night crawlers.

FISH: Smallmouth Bass ... Fair; Fishing are hitting on spinner baits; still catch and release.

FISH:. Northern Pike ... Fair; Toss a jig near the dam.

NOTE: Jan at T.J's Bait and Canoe Rental in Oregon has great bait and fishing supplies for a successful fishing trip. You will enjoy her friendly and helpful service; stop by and see her soon.

FISHING AREA: Rock River -Dixon Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are high with a swift current and dirty with sticks and debris. Warmer weather temperatures are in the weekend forecast.

FISH: Crappie ... Slow; Warmer water temperatures are needed for angling success.

FISH: Bass ... Slow; Anglers are catching a few, not many, mostly with minnows near the shorelines.

FISH: walleye ... Slow; A few fish are being taken from below the dam with chartreuse twister tail, minnows and some cut bait. Pre spawning conditions.

FISH: Catfish ... Very Good; Fish are biting on night crawlers and red worms in the shallows and along the shorelines; the bigger sizes are biting on shad gut and cut bait in deeper water.

FISH: Carp ... Fair; Anglers are catching a few with worms.

NOTE: Reported by Bunny's Bait Shop in Dixon. Selling fishing license. They have excellent fishing information and fishing supplies. Go see them for your fishing needs.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Rock Falls Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are high.

FISH: Crappie ... Fair; Nice sized fish are being caught, but success is fairly slow due to chilly weather conditions the first part of the week.

FISH: White Bass ... Good; Lots of fish being taken with spinners; small Mephs best; also bush masters, and road runners.

FISH: Smallmouth Bass ... Good; Mephs Spinners, rooster tails, and no.3 floating Rapala's are producing with a small no.8 hook.

FISH: Walleye ... Good; Fish are spawning; nice sized ones are biting at the lower dam and Park area or use a boat to fish the deep holes near the rip rap with 1/4 or 1/8 jig heads dressed up with twister tails or 3 inch shad body tails.

FISH: Catfish ... Good; Nice sized channel cat are hitting on both red worms and night crawlers along shorelines and up in the creeks.

NOTE: Stop by and see Al at Shriners Moble Bait Shop at 1308 First Avenue in Rock Falls for your bait and fishing supplies.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Sterling Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are high. It's been cool, wet, and muddy; the fish are biting and the grass is greening up.

FISH: Crappie ... Fair; Anglers are successful catching fish in the warmer backwater areas and canal with small minnows.

NOTE: Finding pre-spawn crappie ... Northern Illinois crappie anglers proclaim that crappie start biting when the dogwood blossoms are in full bloom and waterlily stems start greening up. These visible signs usually appear when the water temperatures are in the mid-50s to mid-60s. The surface water is usually several degrees warmer than the water below. Crappie move up into the warmer surface waters during late winter and early spring to warm themselves. Crappie enjoy the warm shorelines, especially those with timber or brush present. Fishermen set rod's with bobbers three to four feet deep and 24 to 14 inches deep to find the fish. Other anglers just hang a curly tail jig under their bobber or use minnows and let the wind do the work by drifting and jigging for them. Cast your biat with the wind ahead of your boat and make a series of long drifts. When you find fish, remember the spot or mark it with a GPS unit.

FISH: Catfish ... Good; Fish are biting on red worms at the lower dam and in the backwater creeks.

NOTE: Go to H & R Bait Shop in Sterling for needed fishing supplies. Stop by and see them soon.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Milan Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are back up with a swift current; water clarity is fairly clear. Warmer temperatures welcome.

FISH: Smallmouth Bass ... Fair to Good; Anglers are successful with double blade spinner baitin white or red color; best area is Sunset Marina or Lake George

FISH: Walleye ... Fair to Good; Fish are biting on white and chartreuse twister tails or minnows; Sylvan Slough is producing; also check out the dam area.

NOTE: Amy at E Z Living Sports in Milan would be happy to help you with your fishing supplies. If you are in East Moline stop by and see Dave at Booze & Bait for fishing equipment and supplies.

WATER ..... Rock River

FISHING REPORT DATE: 04-11-08

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels continue to be high. The Kishwaukee is at normal pool.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Rockford Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are at flood stage and steady with a current; creeks are running; lots of walleye being caught.

FISH: Walleye ... Great; Fish are spawning; fish are being taken with jigs or walleye minnows; anglers are having the most success in quiet water spots, out of the current, at the mouths of creeks; fish are stacked like cord wood at the dam, but the quiet spots are producing better.

FISH: Smallmouth Bass ... Good; The Kishwaukee River is producing several fish with Meph rooster tail spinners, jigs, and minnows.

FISH: Muskie ... Good; Look for them up in the creeks; pre-spawning conditions.

FISH: Northern Pike ... Fair; Angling success is a little slower this week than last; continue to use big shiners.

FISH: Catfish ... Good; Fish are biting best in the quiet spots, out of the current and in the creeks,on Doc's cold weather stink bait.

NOTE: Visit Rockford Bait in Rockford for your fishing supplies. A very friendly and helpful bait shop.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Rockford Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are high and muddy; rainfall received this past week; ice just left the lakes last Tuesday; warm weather needed.

FISH: Crappie ... Slow; warmer water temperatures are needed for increased angling success.

FISH: Walleye ... Slower; Tough to get this week; Anglers are occasionally catching a few fish with minnows and jigs.

FISH: Northern Pike ... Hit and Miss; Due to the weather conditions; toss them a jig.

FISH: Trout ... Good; Good sized fish were being taken with tube jigs and a variety of little jigs; an angler reported catching fish from 13 to 18.5 inches long.

NOTE: Olson Lake and Pierce Lake have open water, but the bays and boat ramps remain iced in.

NOTE: Reported by Gander Mountain in Rockford. Check them out and fill your tackle boxes for the 2008 fishing season.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Oregon Area

WATER CONDITIONS: water levels are edging back up a little from recent rainfall; flood stage is 13 feet; the fish are still biting! Plan a fishing trip with your family.

FISH: walleye ... Excellent; the spawn is beginning; jigs and minnows are producing; white color is popular this week; an angler reported catching a 29 inch 11.6 pounder this past week.

FISH: Crappie ... Fair; anglers are having success near stumps and brush piles using minnows or jigs tipped with minnows.

FISH: Channel Catfish ... Good; fish are biting on red worms and night crawlers.

FISH: Smallmouth Bass ... Good; Fishing are hitting; still catch and release.

FISH: Muskie ... Good; A few more nice sized fish were caught this past week than the week before.

FISH: Northern Pike ... Fair; a few fish have been caught near the dam with jigs while anglers fish for walleye.

NOTE: Jan at T.J's Bait and Canoe Rental in Oregon has great bait and fishing supplies for a successful fishing trip. You will enjoy her friendly and helpful service; stop by and see her soon.

FISHING AREA: Rock River -Dixon Area

WATER CONDITIONS: The river is higher with rapid water flow; the water is fairly clear with very little debris; melting snow is coming down from the north.

FISH: Crappie ... Slow; Some lakes and ponds are starting to produce; warmer water temperatures are needed.

FISH: Strippers ... Fair; Anglers are catching a few, not many, mostly with minnows near the shorelines.

FISH: walleye ... Fair; Anglers are successful catching a few fish below the dam with chartreuse twister tail, minnows and some cut bait. Pre spawning conditions.

FISH: Catfish ... Good; Fish are biting on red worms in the shallows; some are also being taken with night crawlers and some with cut bait.

FISH: Carp ... Fair; A few are being taken with worms.

FISH: Trout ... Good; Yellow is the best color; decent sized fish are being caught on Berkley trout bait, wax worms, and yellow rooster tails; some chartruese colored bait is also producing; corn didn't work this year.

NOTE: Reported by Bunny's Bait Shop in Dixon. Selling fishing license. They have excellent fishing information and fishing supplies. Go see them for your fishing needs.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Rock Falls Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are up.

FISH: White Bass ... Fair; Angling success is starting to pick up; an angler reported catching a 2 pounder this past week.

FISH: Smallmouth Bass ... Very Good; Mephs Spinners, rooster tails, and no.3 floating Rapala's are producing; use a small no.8 hook.

FISH: Walleye ... Very Good; fishermen are picking up nice ones by bank fishing at the lower dam and Park area with 1/4 or 1/8 jig heads dressed up with twister tails or 3 inch shad body tails. If using a boat fish deep holes near the rip rap.

FISH: Catfish ... Good; Nice sized channel cat are hitting on both red worms and night crawlers; also use TJ's cheese bait; not much success with liver yet, warmer temperatures needed.

NOTE: Stop by and see Al at Shriners Moble Bait Shop at 1308 First Avenue in Rock Falls for your bait and fishing supplies.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Sterling Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are high. It's been cool, wet, and muddy; the fish are biting and the grass is greening up.

FISH: Crappie ... Fair; Fish are being taken in the warmer backwater areas and creeks with small minnows.

FISH: Bluegill ...Good; Put red worms or wax worms under a bobber in the backwater sloughs and feeder creeks.

FISH: Walleye ... Excellent; Decent sized fish are being taken from the deeper holes at the lower dam and canal with large minnows; it's also a possibility to find them at the mouths of creeks and by the upper dam where the river goes into the canal.

FISH: Catfish ... Good; nice sized fish are biting at the lower dam and in the backwater creeks. Night crawlers and red worms are working.

FISH: Trout ... Good; Anglers are happy with the sizes of fish and are successful using power bait and Berkleys trout bait.

NOTE: Go to H & R Bait Shop in Sterling for needed fishing supplies. Stop by and see them soon.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Milan Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels continue to be high, but are dropping a little. Not much fishing activity.

Note: The bait shop has sold several fishing license this past week.

NOTE: Amy at E Z Living Sports in Milan would be happy to help you with your fishing supplies. If you are in East Moline stop by and see Dave at Booze & Bait for fishing equipment and supplies.

WATER ..... Rock River

FISHING REPORT DATE: 04-04-08

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are high and over the banks. Walleye fishing is good and anglers are also finding catfish. Fish are aware that it is spring time; they are moving into the shallower water, just waiting for warmer conditions.

NOTE: The 2008 spring trout fishing season in Illinois opens at 5:00 a.m. on Saturday April 5th. The spring trout opener is always a big day in Illinois. It is a great way to begin the new fishing season. More than 60,000 rainbow trout will be stocked in more than 40 bodies of water where spring trout fishing is permitted. The trout-stocking program in Illinois is made possible through the sale of inland trout stamps to those anglers who participate. The stamps are available for $6.50 each at DNR direct license and permit vendors, IDNR offices in Springfield, Chicago, Alton, Benton, Clinton and Sterling, and may be purchased with a credit card through the IDNR web site at http://dnr.state.il.us. To legally participate in the trout fishing program, anglers must have a valid Illinois fishing license and an inland trout stamp.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Rockford Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Lots of water; the river is up and high; creeks are running; fishing for walleye and northern's is good.

FISH: Walleye ... Great; Lots and lots of fish are being taken with jigs or walleye minnows; best fishing is at the mouths of creeks; if out in a boat try big heavy jigs for results.

FISH: Muskie ... Good; Look for them up in the creeks; pre-spawning conditions.

FISH: Northern Pike ... Good; fish are biting on big shiners.

FISH: Catfish ... Good; Fish the quiet spots in the creeks, out of the swift current, with Doc's cold weather stink bait.

NOTE: Visit Rockford Bait in Rockford for your fishing supplies. A very friendly and helpful bait shop.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Rockford Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are high and romping from ice melting to the north.

FISH: Walleye ... Fair; Anglers are occasionally catching a few fish with minnows and jigs.

FISH: Northern Pike ... Good; Fish are running at the dam; offer them a jig.

NOTE: Olson Lake and Pierce Lake have open water, but the bays and boat ramps remain iced in.

NOTE: Reported by Gander Mountain in Rockford. Check them out and fill your tackle boxes for the 2008 fishing season.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Oregon Area

WATER CONDITIONS: water levels are high at 12 feet; flood stage is 13 feet; this weekend would be a great time to fish; the fish are biting!

FISH: walleye ... Excellent; nice sized fish are being taken; the largest reported this week measured 19.5 inches in length; lots being caught in the 20 to 22 inch range; the males are as big as the females with shad in their bellies; minnows in hot pink colors and orange seem to be the most succesful. Twister tails, walleye assassins and some shad bodies being used.

FISH: Crappie ... Fair; anglers are having success near stumps and brush piles using minnows or jigs tipped with minnows.

FISH: Channel Catfish ... Good; fish are starting to bite on red worms and night crawlers.

FISH: Smallmouth Bass ... Fair to Good; Fishing success started last week; don't miss out!

FISH: Muskie ... Good; A 48 inch fish and a 42 inch fish were reported caught while jigging.

FISH: Northern Pike ... Fair; a few fish have been caught near the dam with jigs; anglers are catching them while fishing for walleye.

NOTE: Jan at T.J's Bait and Canoe Rental in Oregon has great bait and fishing supplies for a successful fishing trip. You will enjoy her friendly and helpful service; stop by and see her soon.

FISHING AREA: Rock River -Dixon Area

WATER CONDITIONS: The river is high and going up; the water is fairly clear for the depth; warmer weather temperatures are expected and will hopefully melt the last of the remaining snow piles.

FISH: walleye ... Fair to good; Anglers are successful catching a few fish below the dam with twister tails with lead heads or lead heads tipped with a minnow with a slider lure. Nice sized fish are being taken; some over 9 pounds; anglers are reporting fish that are full of eggs and they are releasing them.

FISH: Catfish ... Good; Fishermen are reeling them in with red worms from the shallows; also some reports of night crawlers producing results.

NOTE: Reported by Bunny's Bait Shop in Dixon. Selling fishing license. They have excellent fishing information and fishing supplies. Go see them for your fishing needs.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Rock Falls Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Report will be available next week.

NOTE: Stop by and visit Riglers Shooting & Fishing Supply for your bait and fishing supplies.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Sterling Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Water levels are high. Walleye and Catfish are biting. Don't miss out on the activity.

FISH: Crappie ... Spotty; A few nice sized fish are being taken in the warmer backwater areas and creeks with jig and minnows.

FISH: Bluegill ...Good; Try the backwater sloughs and feeder creeks; offer them red worms.

FISH: Walleye ... Good; fish the deeper holes at the lower dam and canal; also look for them at the mouths of creeks; put a jig and minnow on your hook.

FISH: Catfish ... Good; nice sized fish are biting in the backwater creeks. Night crawlers and red worms are working.

NOTE: Go to H & R Bait Shop in Sterling for needed fishing supplies. Stop by and see them soon.

FISHING AREA: Rock River - Milan Area

WATER CONDITIONS: Report will be available next week.

NOTE: Amy at E Z Living Sports in Milan would be happy to help you with your fishing supplies. If you are in East Moline stop by and see Dave at Booze & Bait for fishing equipment and supplies.