I know there's some in Lake Washington around the Arboretum(UW).

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[ 01-27-2002: Message edited by: Eddie L ]

Did someone say carp?

Time to fire up the smoker!

Lake Washington has lots of huge carp near the Newport Shores marina, and in the shallow water leading to the Newport Shores housing developement, also in the shallow water where the Mercer Slough drains into the lake near the marina. Have never caught one on purpose, but early in the A.M. they are jumping around these areas like killer whales! Most look like they'd go at least 15-20 lbs. Sometimes instead of jumping, they just stick their heads out of the water and kinda stare at you. If you were quick with a bow and arrow you could stick them easy. DOGFISH (ANDY) should give that a try sometime.

Traut: Are those carp in there now? If not, when? I have two new fly rods that need exercise right now.

SALMON CANDY: I'm not sure, the weather and rotator cuff surgery have kept me off the lake lately. If I remember right, last March was the last time I was out in Newport bay early enough in the a.m to see them surfacing. I know they are there ALL summer long. As for now, if they are there it's not too hard to tell - you can actually see them from the east bound I-90 lane on the east channel bridge as you drive across from dawn til about 8:30 am seemed to be the peak activity time. Check it out and good luck! Hang on tight!

Traut: Sorry to read about the rotator cuff surgery-pretty painful according to my wife. When I get out, I'll let you know the results.