First post here, so an introduction is in order. I grew up in Paradise, CA, and spent most of my fishing time between the West Branch, Lake Oroville, and the low flow section of the Feather.

I bought my first fly reel at Kiene’s 20 years ago!

I live in Oregon on the beautiful N Umpqua River, but have been really wanting to go back home and fish the low flow section this Spring for adults and half-pounders with a trout Spey.

I would visit family and friends in Paradise often, but haven’t had worked in a fishing trip on the Feather in over 8 years. I was looking at Google maps and my usual walk and wade spots look different. I’m curious how much of that was from the big water release 3 years ago. And curious how that affected the returns of steelhead. Also, is the river safe to float these days, either in my drift boat or pontoon? And what should I watch for weather and reservoir wise to predict getting blown out?

Thanks for any info on any of my many questions! Have a great day!