Good news for Starvation Reservoir - making a comeback

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[cool][#0000ff]I've gotta back you up on that one, Bro. I am one of the "old timers" that have experienced the best and worst of Yuba over the years. I loved the good parts and cried when things went bad. As you point out, we all like to remember the times when big perch and walleye were easy pickins. But, unfortunately, the nature of the lake and the nature of the state is that fluctuating water levels and heavy predation from the walleyes always led to the bust cycles.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]I personally have been loving and enjoying the great trout fishery in Yuba. Yeah, I get a tear in my eye as I recall some of the "good old days", but only before I hook up with a cavorting six pound rainbow. That kinda takes the pain away.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]I also agree with the angler days thing. It used to be rare to see more than a few boats trolling for walleye, even on weekends. Now, there are often quite a few trouters either trolling or banking and enjoying every minute of it. Lots of folks fishing Yuba now that never even considered it when it was a perch and walleye pond.[/#0000ff]
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[#0000ff]It seems that no matter what your personal preference in fishing, there will be ups and downs on your favorite waters. Too bad everybody has to start pointing fingers and dissing the opposition...and DWR.[/#0000ff]
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