Dave Jacobs/Hank Mautz (Professional Guide Service) (800-355-3113):

Rainbows: This past week offered some very good wild rainbow fishing for angler's from either a drift boat or jet boat. Side drifting small hand tied Glo Bugs in various egg color patterns proved best early in the mornings. Natural cured roe tipped with a Quickie puffball also scored some wild rainbows. Most trout averaged 1-3 pounds with the occasional large rainbow 4-6 pounds. 25 hook-ups are average with better scores of 40 plus hook-ups possible on good days. Redding to Red Bluff has been most productive water. Angler's back trolling small Hot Shot No. 50's in various color combos has also been a good bet.

Shad: Fishing is starting to begin in the upper reaches of the Sacramento River near Chico. Side drifting small jigs with small curly tailed grubs is best. Shad fishing will continue to build now through June.