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SIUSLAW NEWS ❚ WEDNESDAY, APRIL 29, 2015 Fishing Woody Woodbury 2066 Highway 101, Florence 541-997-0343 Independent Owner/Operator Florence Grocery Outlet 1SPEVDFt%BJSZ%FMJ )FBMUI#FBVUZ 'SP[FO'PPETt'SFTI.FBU )PVTFXBSFTt#FFS8JOF 0SHBOJD/BUVSBM'PPETBOENVDINPSF We have ample RV parking! D.A.V. BINGO Play Bingo and Support Our Veterans! Join Us Sundays at 4:30 p.m. from 1B week as the river levels being to drop. Lake Creek typically clears up more quickly. ALSEA RIVER: Steelhead The winter steelhead fishery is slowing down for the season down but fair numbers of fish can still be found in the upper river, especially after a rain event. Native fish tend to be prevalent this time of year. Casting lures, bobber and jig/bait or drifting beads along the bottom can be effective techniques. SILETZ RIVER: Steelhead Steelhead fishing is slow to fair. Fish are being caught in most sections depending on river conditions. This time of year tends to produce a good percent of native fish and/or post spawn fish. Typical steel- head tactics apply such as side drifting, bobber and jig / bait, or casting spoons or spinners. WILSON RIVER: Steelhead, Chinook Winter steelhead fishing should be slow to fair. Last weekend’s rain brought good numbers of fish into the sys- tem. Fish will be holding ups as flows are low. Bank anglers can find success throughout the river. Boaters should fish the lower drifts until more rains come. Use lighter gear in the clear water. Spring Chinook fishing opens April 1, but few fish will be present for several weeks. YAQUINA RIVER: Steelhead The winter steelhead fishery 5 B is slow in the Big Elk. The fishery is typically very slow for the rest of the season. Anglers are advised to watch for private property. Typical steelhead fishing tactics apply but the Big Elk is bed rock dominated and does have a lot of snags. should be good at places such as L AWSON B AR , M YRTLE C REEK and behind Seven Feathers. The water has been low making it harder for long boat drifts, but still suitable for bank anglers. UMPQUA RIVER, SOUTH: Trophy trout were stocked last week in Bradley Lake and Johnson Mill Pond. Legal-size and trophy trout were also stocked last week in Empire Lakes. Legal size trout were stocked in the past month in B RADLEY L AKE , S AUNDERS L AKE , P OWERS P OND , M INGUS P ARK P OND , and J OHNSON M ILL P OND . Trout are biting on bait fished near the bottom or lures like spinners or spoons. Steelhead Fish have been caught in the Canyonville area and hatchery fish have been reported. The hatchery program for winter steelhead is centered in the South Umpqua, which offers the best chance for catching an adipose-fin clipped steelhead for harvest. Most hatchery fish are caught from Canyonville downstream. All wild fish must be released unharmed. Plunking COOS COUNTY LAKES PONDS: Trout AND Buying or Selling? I can help. (doors open at 3:30 pm) Last Sunday of every month we have potluck. Bring your favorite dish! Disabled American Veterans #23 1715 21st St. • Florence NOW BUYING USED CARS & TRUCKS Under 100,000 miles. Parkside Dr #1200 – Need a beach area lot? Cleared 0.18 acre raw land with underground util- ities that include water, power, and telephone. Blanket septic approval for a sand filter system. Flat grade, trees, ready to develop in your own special way. $47,500. #2299-14639483 Melody Beaudro Principal Broker 541 991-2151 Licensed Bonded Insured (541) 997-6977 (541) 999-0896 P.O. Box 31,000 P.O. Box 31,000 • Florence, OR 97439 1749 Highway 101 • 541-997-1200 When Your illness, aches and injuries won’t wait for an appointment Our Walk-in Clinic is here for you, providing high quality care when you need prompt medical attention for non life-threatening conditions. Check–In: . . 6:45 Check–In: Monday–Wednesday Monday–Friday 6:45 am–6:30 am–6:30 pm pm Thursday Saturday . . . . . . . . 7:30 7:45 am–6:30 am–5:30 pm Friday & Saturday . . . 7:30 am–5:30 pm PeaceHealth Medical Group 2150 Hwy. 101 • Florence (541) 997-3475 • 1-800-348-3475 Get Results...List With Tim. Tim Sapp Owner / Principal Broker 541 999-8230 Dunewood Drive #52 – Prime location in The Reserve at Heceta Lake. This deep cor- ner lot is waiting for you to build your dream home. Utili- ties are underground, septic permit in place, and HOA dues only $355 per year grants you shared access to Heceta Lake. $59,000. #2370- 14176068 380 Ninth St., Florence, OR 97439 541-997-7134 www.peacehealth.org/phmg/fl orence 1749 Highway 101 • 541-997-1200 Rhody Days Are Coming May 15, 16 & 17, 2015 PRE-EVENT ACTIVITIES: Apex Helicopter Rides Florence Municipal Airport Sunrise to Sunset Rhody Special:15min tours 2 person min starting at $99 ea. 1/2 off 3rd passenger Contact: 997-3270 Rhododendron Court Scholarship Showcase Florence Events Center Wednesday May 6th 6:30 p.m. Tickets $13.00 at FEC Box Offi ce Contact: 997-199 Siuslaw Pioneer Museum Rhody Queen & Court Display Daily Noon to 4:00 p.m. Half-price on Sunday Contact: 997-7884 SATURDAY ONLY EVENTS: 23rd Annual Rhody Show ‘n Shine Car Show Beachkomers Car Club Grocery Outlet Parking Lot 10 a.m. ‘till 4 p.m. Contact: 902-0916 Chec k out all th e fun! Motorcycle Show 2015 Th ree Rivers Casino & Hotel 11 a.m. ‘till 1 p.m. Contact: 997-7529 Kenneth B Gallery Tommy Hogan – Concert 8:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. Contact: 999-5875 FRIDAY ONLY EVENTS: Airboat Tours (Th ursday-Sunday) By Port Boardwalk & Silver Sand Dollar $25 45 minute ride Contact: 800-252-0975 Concert: Journey Unauthorized Th ree Rivers Casino Resort Friday 8 p.m. Saturday 7 p.m. Contact: 997-7529 SATURDAY & SUNDAY: Oregon Dunes Triathlon & Duathlon City of Dunes City at East Woahink Lake Day Use Saturday May 9 Contact: 541-915-5116 www.oregondunestriathlon.com Vendor Fair Maple Street in Old Town Saturday - 10 a.m. ‘till 6 p.m. Sunday – 10 a.m. ‘till 3 p.m. Contact: 997-3128 Shippin’ Shack on Hwy 101 Friday 12-6; Sat 12-6; Sun 10-3 Contact: 997-5888 Festival Flower Show/Sale American Rhododendron Soc. Florence Events Center Saturday 1 p.m. ‘till 5 p.m. Sunday 10 a.m. ‘till 5 p.m. Contact: 997-3082 MULTI-DAY EVENTS: Davis Amusement Carnival – Port Parking lot in Old Town Wednesday thru Sunday Contact: 997-3128 Moose Lodge Friday – Chilli Lunch 1-4 p.m. Saturday – Casserole 4-6 p.m. Sunday - Breakfast 9-11 a.m. Contact: 997-7749 BBQ – Pie Sale – Breakfast Florence Elks Lodge #1858 BBQ: Saturday 11 a.m. – 4 pm. Sunday 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Pie Sale: Saturday 11 a.m. Until gone! Past Exalted Ruler Breakfast Sunday 7 a.m. – 11 a.m. Contact: 997-2610 Art Fest 2015 Florence Events Center Florence Regional Arts Alliance Saturday 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. & Sunday 10 a.m. ‘till 4 p.m. Contact: 902-1933 Kenneth B Gallery Soul Vibrator – Live Music 7:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. Contact: 999-5875 Coast Radio Classic Car Cruise Coast Radio/KCST 106.9 FM Register at Show n’ Shine Cruise from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Live Broadcast from Old Town 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. Contact: 997-9136 SEACoast Entertainment Eugene Symphony Florence Events Center 7:00 p.m. Contact: 997-1994 Rhody Festival Junior Parade Siuslaw Valley Fire & Rescue Miller Park Staging 11 a.m. Parade at noon Contact: 999-0600 108th Annual Grand Floral Parade! Staging at 27th & Oak Staging starts at 10 a.m. Parade Starts at Noon SUNDAY ONLY: Kiwanis Kids Games Siuslaw High School Immediately aft er Jr. Parade Contact: 999-7083 37th Annual Rhody Run Florence Events Center Race Starts at 9:00 a.m. Contact: 997-3518 or www.eclecticedgeracing.com Rhody Days Gun Show Siuslaw Rod & Gun Club Munsel Lake Road 10 a.m. ‘till 4 p.m. Contact: 997-2475 Hot Dog & Hamburger Sale Florence Area Humane Society Grocery Outlet Parking Lot 10 a.m. ‘till 4 p.m. Contact: 997-4277 W W W . F L O R E N C E C H A M B E R . C O M