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LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — With temperatures climbing into the high 60s, Clear Lake has become a bustling theater for some of nature’s most impressive aviators.
While many anglers are firing up their boats in search of bass and crappie, the real action lately has been happening in the sky and on the shorelines.
The "majestic" American bald eagle is the star of the show this season.
These iconic birds migrate to our shores between December and March to fish and perch among the lakeside trees.
Recently, a mating pair was spotted scouting territory at Long Tule Point before relocating to Rodman Island later in the afternoon.
Catching a glimpse of these hunters in action is an exhilarating experience that is truly breathtaking.
It isn’t just the eagles making waves. Clear Lake remains a premier habitat for several other massive species.
The great blue heron stands 4 feet tall with a staggering 7-foot wingspan, these are North America’s largest herons. These birds are frequently seen stalking fish and small mammals along the shoreline. One was recently observed successfully snagging a bluegill for lunch near Lands End.
Another bird of prey recently observed is the American white pelicans. These winter regulars are hard to miss, boasting wingspans of up to 9.5 feet. Look for them gathering in large groups to fish the shallow waters near Lucerne Harbor Park, where they work together to corral schools of fish.
For those who prefer the action below the surface, the Best Bass Tournament Golden Mussel Division is the next big event on the calendar, starting this weekend.
Hosted by Clear Lake Outdoors, the team-format event features a 100% payback.
Whether you’re holding a fishing rod or a pair of binoculars, the warm winter weather makes this a perfect week to explore Clear Lake.
Craig Nelson is a former professional golfer who fell in love with tournament bass fishing 20 years ago. He found Lake County after fishing an FLW Stren Series event and never left. He’s the back-to-back winner of the Konocti Classic and runner up in the inaugural WON Bass Clear Lake Open.
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LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — County and city officials are planning to update community members on the latest developments regarding the Robin Lane sewer spill at the third in a series of town hall meetings.
The meeting will take place at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 28, at Clearlake City Hall, 14050 Olympic Drive.
Officials have been holding the town hall meetings on Wednesday evenings since the spill occurred on Sunday, Jan. 11.
The spill was the result of the rupture of a 16-inch force main operated by the Lake County Sanitation District, overseen by Lake County Special Districts.
Officials said an estimated 2.9 million gallons of raw sewage spilled out into neighborhoods in the northern part of the city of Clearlake, ultimately impacting 200 properties on roughly 300 acres east of Smith Lane, west of Old Highway 53, south of Pond north of Bowers Avenue.
On Monday, officials announced that the city of Clearlake and the Lake County Office of Emergency Services were taking over joint command of the sewer spill’s ongoing recovery.
On Tuesday, city-led assessments teams began contacting residents on the affected properties.
Lake County News spoke to three residents on Robin Lane — the epicenter of the incident — who said the visits from the city-led assessment teams on Tuesday were the first time officials had come to their properties to ask for information.
Impacted property owners who need more information are urged to call Clearlake City Hall at 707-994-8201.
Staff reporter Lingzi Chen contributed to this report.
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