Renee and I fished the whole lake this week. We lead-cored F7 and J5 Rapalas in 30 to 50 feet of water. We also threw out a topline and changed up to various patterns, but we didn't get a single hit.

I could see some big schools of fish when we trolled from Purgatory Cove to the Weeds Creek area, which is not flowing now.

But I must say, we did not get skunked! I did catch and release an 8-inch rainbow.

The lake level is still up, and the water was a cool 69 degrees.

Reminder: On September 12 at the Caples Lake Marina, there will be a free kids' fishing derby. There will be prizes and hot dogs for the young anglers.

For more information, call Caples Lake Resort and Marina at 209-258-8888.