In the upper San Juan, there are occasional decent-sized striper boils. Bass fishing is super — again for the smaller fish. Bait fish are prevalent in the coves, and bass are working them over.

Plastic grubs, Senkos, surface lures and crankbaits are all being readily accepted.

Fish the Great Bend area and above for the best action. Stripers will provide infrequent big boils, but the abundance of shad limits number of boils. Stripers that can catch shad individually do not have to work together as a group to eat. Therefore, boils do not always occur in high forage situations.

Fishing is hot for those who know the right spot.

CRAFT CLASS SET

As part of its Living History series, Iron Mission State Park Museum will sponsor a two-day, gourd craft workshop Aug. 16 and 23 beginning at 9 a.m. each day.

Conducted in three sessions, the workshop combines visual instruction with practical hands-on experience.

The workshop is limited to eight participants. Early registration is encouraged by calling 435-586-9290. The cost of the workshop is $50 per person and covers all materials and supplies. Iron Mission State Park Museum is located at 635 N. Main in Cedar City.