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Brian Olson’s Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report 1.23.25

Angela Montana · January 24, 2025
Brian Olson’s Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report 1.23.25

Fresno is 13% full. Little to no inflow & about 40 cfs outflow.

Nelson is 68% full with little to 0 in or outflow. Both reservoirs are ice covered, enter iced areas at your own risk.

Both reservoirs have planned fishing tournaments the weekend of 1/25-26. For information, Fresno  contact the Fresno Tavern & Nelson contact The Sleeping Buffalo.

Good luck.

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