The Kern river is fishing great right now. Stocking continues weekly. Both bait and artificials are working good. River is flowing at just under 600cfs. No problems with wading.
Isabella is fishing good with everything on the chew. Crappie are near the cages in kissack and along most shorelines. Bass are finishing their spawn and have been shallow. trout are still biting for trollers and shore fishermen. Catfish are everywhere and biting good. Mackerel and frozen shad have been the best baits. Bluegill are in the bushes and rocky areas.
The next crappie tournament is scheduled for June 23. Format will be the same. $20 per team, up to 3 people. 10 fish weigh in per team. Weigh in will be 1pm at south fork launch ramp (Reds marina). Sign ups are from 5-6am at south fork launch ramp or in advance with a credit card by calling 760-376-6019 or in person at the Riverview Lodge in Kernville by 10pm Friday.
Payouts are as follows:
Under 10 teams 100% first place
10-20 teams 70% first 30% second
20 plus teams 50% first 30% second 20% third
For more info PM me or call me at the lodge at 760-376-6019