The annual kids trout derby will be hosted by the Dauphin County Anglers and Conservationist (DCAC), on Saturday, May 18.  This is an opportunity no kid wants to miss.  The event is open to children age 12 and under; prizes and good food will also be available at the club.  The event is located at the DCAC clubhouse on SR 325 just outside of the borough of Dauphin on Clarks Creek.

Halifax Archery Club is sponsoring a trout derby May 11 at the Powells Creek, Children Area, contact the club for more details.
 
Trout anglers are having the most success on rooster tails and yellow powerbait.  Water levels on all Dauphin county streams are in excellent condition and have a water temperature between 55 and 65 degrees.
 
Boaters, including kayaks and canoes, are reminded they are required to have a wearable Personal Flotation Device (PFD) for each person, on the boat, while enjoying this activity.  The mandatory wear, period from Nov 1 through April 30 has past, however boaters are still encouraged to wear their PFDs.

Bass fishermen are reminded as of May 1 through June 14, there is no targeting of Bass on the Susquehanna River and 1/2 mile up each tributary, see the summary book page 5, for more information.

Huntingdon / Mifflin County

The fishing on the Juniata River is good; smallmouth bass and catfish are being caught.

Trout stocking is done for the year, but there are plenty of trout still in the streams.

With the warmer weather the Juniata River is coming alive with fishing and boating activities, just remember your fishing license and safety equipment, if you are not sure of the required gear, check the Summary Book.

Great Trough Creek received its final in season trout stocking on Friday, May 10, 2013.  Water levels were high and somewhat off colored from recent heavy rains so fishing was quite tough immediately following the stocking but should improve in the upcoming days.

Raystown Lake
Anglers are reporting catches of just about every species of fish in the lake. Surface temperatures are around 62 to 65 degrees making ideal conditions.

Striped bass are beginning to chase baitfish and are being caught utilizing a variety of different surface and subsurface stick baits.

Lake trout are being caught by casting and trolling spoons.

Panfish are being caught utilizing jigs and live bait in and around weed edges.

Some anglers are also reporting catches of walleye.

It’s a good time to be on the lake.

York / Adams County

Crappie Fishing at Pinchot Lake is in full swing. Anglers have been catching crappie near the dam on yellow twisters and minnows.

A good number of largemouth bass have been hitting over at Lake Marburg on spinner bait of all colors.

A few pike have also been caught in the black rock section of Lake Marburg on live bait.

Walleye are now in season and anglers have caught a few trolling between the islands at Lake Marburg.

The local clubs are still stocking fish in Adams County and the streams are still plentiful with them.

With the boating season upon us, now is the perfect time to check your safety equipment prior to using your watercraft.  Make sure you have a USCG approved wearable personal flotation device on board for every passenger -- it’s not just a good idea, its the law!  If your boat requires a fire extinguisher, make sure it is charged, and properly mounted.  Make sure your Type IV throw-able flotation device isn't torn or worn out.  Years of hot sun and rain can really weaken your safety equipment.

Take time to visually inspect your vessel for cracks in the hull.  Pay especially close attention to the transom, where the motor attaches to the boat.  The weight of the outboard can cause hairline cracks on the hull, if it is too heavy.
Remember, it is a good idea to have an anchor and paddles on board, to prevent any mishaps while on the water. Plan ahead, and have a safe boating season.
Walleye are active on the Susquehanna River.  Most anglers are using live minnows or green rapala-style lures. 

Juniata County

Anglers continue to catch trout on local trout streams.  Local streams have been recently stocked by the PA Fish and Boat Commission hatcheries and by local cooperative nurseries in the county. 

Perry County

Anglers continue to catch trout on local trout streams.  Local streams have been recently stocked by the PA Fish and Boat Commission hatcheries and by local cooperative nurseries in the county.

Angler’s are catching trout on Holman Lake using paste baits near the main boat ramp area.  Also anglers continue to catch panfish using small worms, wax worms and small minnows. 

Olivia from Mifflin caught her first trout of season on May 3rd.  She caught these 3 nice brook trout on East Licking Creek.

Students from East Juniata assisted with the stocking of trout on East Licking Creek.  Mrs. Glick (teacher) also assisted.

York County

Although anglers are still catching trout, the low flows and clear water makes it a challenge to get your limit.

Local waters are warming up and panfish are much more active. Lake Redman and Lake Williams are producing good catches.

Catfishing continues to be productive on the Susquehanna River around the Yorkhaven area. Anglers are having success with liver, worms and shrimp.

Anglers are catching trout on the Quittapahilla Creek, Bachman Run and Snitz Creek on paste bait, red worms and spinners.

Josh Evans from Hummelstown caught this largemouth bass on April 23 around 8 a.m. at the Middletown Reservoir on a night crawler. It was released after the photo.