2 B SIUSLAW NEWS ❚ SATURDAY, JUNE 11, 2016 Aquarium extends hours, launches summer programs Fishing SIUSLAW RIVER: from 1B SILETZ RIVER: Steelhead Steelhead fishing is slow but the summer steelhead run is underway. This run typically peaks by early July but fish can be found throughout the mainstem at any time now. Casting spinners, drifting bait or using a bobber and jig can be effective. Cover water and fish small and simple as the river condi- tions are low and clear. Cutthroat trout opened May 22 and can offer anglers of all experience levels good oppor- tunity. Casting small spinners, spoons or fly fishing streamers or dry flies can be very effec- tive. Ems mer to broaden the world of marine science for new and return visitors alike. Perennial favorites such as the Sea Lion Kiss will be offered four days a week, Friday through Monday. Visitors interested in a Behind- the-Scenes tour can schedule one any day of the week, and the comically majestic brown pelicans will make twice-daily appearances, at 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. The daily Vulture Chat at from 1B -tenured and only founding member remaining in the Northwest League. For more information, visit The river is now open to all fishing or cutthroat trout. This fishery can offer anglers of all experience levels good oppor- tunity. Casting small spinners, spoons or fly fishing streamers or dry flies can be very effec- tive. WILSON RIVER: Steelhead, Chinook, cutthroat Fishing for steelhead and spring Chinook is slow. More fish should be moving into the river. The water is low and clear, so use lighter gear and target the deeper holding areas. Trout season is now open. noon allows visitors to “talk” with our turkey vultures through the interpretive skills of our aviculturists. On certain days each week, visitors can view the feeding frenzy in the shark infested waters of the Open Sea exhibit, or witness the slow-motion drama of a sea star extruding its stomach to consume a clam during the Tide Pool Feed. Returning this summer is the Drifter Detectives Plankton Discovery Station, where kids and their families learn about marine life unseen by the naked eye. Families can also learn about the unique adapta- tions of marine and coastal ani- mals at the Passages Discovery Zone. The Oregon Coast Aquarium is now open every day, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., through Labor Day, Sept. 5. For more information, call 541-867-3474 or visit www. aquarium.org. the head of tide. Lake, and Tenmile Lakes. Anglers that catch a tagged trout in Empire Lakes can report the tag number to ODFW by stopping by the Charleston Office, calling 541- 888-5515, or report tags online. COOS COUNTY LAKES and PONDS: Trout, warmwa- ter fish Legal size trout were stocked this month into Powers Pond, Empire Lakes, Bradley Lake, Butterfield Lake, Saunders Lake, Sru Sat 6/11, 8:30am – 3pm, 87860 Terrace View Dr., Huge Sale, lots of great items & gift ideas. N. on Rhody to Windward Way to Terrace View, Park on street. YAQUINA RIVER: Steelhead The river basin is now open to all fishing, including above Sat only 6/11 9am - 2pm 2888 Munsel Lake Rd No Early Birds! Let Paul show you a new car or truck. Stop by today! www.EmeraldsBaseball.com or call the office at 541-342- 5367. Season Tickets and mini- plans for the 2016 are on sale now. Multi Family Yard Sale! Fri-Sun 6/10-6/12 10am – 3pm 88089 Hwy 101 N. Appliances, Tools, Canning Jars, & Misc. MOVING ESTATE SALE! Sat-Sun 6/11-6/12 9am – 5pm No Early Birds! 89195 Sutton Lake DRIVE Tons of quality fishing gear, tools & lots of misc. See CraigsList Ad on 6/10. Fri-Sun 6/8-6/10 9am – 3pm 768 S. 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