VOL. 14 · NO. 25 June 18, 2026 · Bozeman, MT LIVE · 6 RIVERS TRACKED · TOURNAMENTS THIS WEEK
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Fresno and Nelson Fishing Reports by Brian Olson 5.11.23

Fresno is full of water. Water is stained temps in 50-60s. Walleye fishing is good. Jigging in 5’-10’ of water in gravel areas is working well. Crank baits are also working, when you catch one make multiple passes in that area. Kremlin and Kiehns Bay areas are holding fish. Nelson is 80% full and rising.…

Fresno is full of water. Water is stained temps in 50-60s. Walleye fishing is good. Jigging in 5’-10’ of water in gravel areas is working well. Crank baits are also working, when you catch one make multiple passes in that area. Kremlin and Kiehns Bay areas are holding fish.

Nelson is 80% full and rising. Water is clear with temps in the 50-60s. Walleye fishing is good. Jig with minnows in 10’ in the gravel areas are working. Also, minnow live bait systems are working. The island area and surrounding areas are holding fish.


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