FISHING – Jeff Smith of Fins and Feathers Tackle Shop in Coeur d'Alene will discuss fishing tactics for northern pike to kick off the 8th annual Mark's Marine spring fishing seminar series Thursday, 6:30 p.m., at 14355 N. Government Way in Hayden.

The other five free seminars to be held on Thursdays through April 10 will cover topics such as walleye, steelhead, Coeur d'Alene salmon, bass and Lowrance electronics.

• Info: (208) 772-9038.

Smith has been a fixture on Lake Coeur d'Alene since 1984. He's been fishing our local lakes for more than 30 years and his Guide Service is one of the best respected and most versatile in the area. Unlike many guides, Jeff is a multi species fisherman. He is well versed in fishing for Salmon, Pike, or Bass.

His seminar is well-timed to help our Pike enthusiasts get ready for the fantastic spring pike fishing and of course the local Fins and Feathers Pike Tournament, April 26-27. Pike should begin moving as the water levels come up and Jeff will share his secrets for how to present bait to them and land those big catches. Several of the last 5 state records have been caught fishing during this period.