I didn't fish today but I read an article in the Edmonds Beacon which can be found at local establishments. I got mine at the Subway near Aurora Village. It mentioned that Lake Ballinger has a "dead zone" 20 feet below the surface. It also mentioned that "The lake is one of the dirtiest in the region", according to the Department of Ecology. The article went on to say that Phosphorus, mercury, arsenic and other harmful nutrients contaminate the lake and contribute to the twenty feet below toxic dead zone. Food for thought I guess, pick up this weeks copy if you are interested.