All Entries Tagged With: "fishing"

CPW Reminds Boaters of Inspection Requirements
DENVER – As boating season approaches, Colorado Parks and Wildlife reminds boaters once again to help prevent the spread of aquatic nuisance species (ANS). Memorial Day weekend may officially kick off the 2016 boating season, but some lakes and reservoirs are slated to open as early as March 1. The best way to stop the spread of […]

Rain Changes Fishing Opportunities for some Southeast Region Lakes
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – Much needed precipitation has fallen on southeast Colorado through the spring and early summer, providing significant relief to this drought-stricken part of the state. As an added benefit, several lakes that had been previously dry (or very low) have been refilled. Many of these lakes now provide excellent aquatic habitat for […]

High Water Returns to John Martin Reservoir
HASTY, Colo. – The wet Colorado spring at John Martin Reservoir has allowed something that hasn’t been seen for quite a while: high water levels. That means it’s a great time to visit the park. There’s plenty of room for boating in the reservoir that now spans roughly nine miles long and two miles wide. […]

Rainbow Trout on the Comeback Throughout Colorado
DENVER, Colo. – After being devastated by whirling disease in the 1990s, rainbow trout populations are increasing in most major rivers in the state thanks to a 20-year effort by Colorado Parks and Wildlife aquatic scientists and biologists. “It’s been a long road, but bringing back populations of fish that were essentially extirpated from Colorado […]

Join CPW’S Free Fishing Weekend June 6 to 7
oDENVER – Join Colorado Parks and Wildlife for Colorado’s Free Fishing Weekend June 6 to 7, when anglers of all ages can fish without a license anywhere in the state. CPW encourages anglers to get out and take advantage of the opportunity to experience fishing Colorado’s more than 2,500 lakes and reservoirs, many within beautiful […]

Water Levels at John Martin Reservoir May Impact Memorial Day Visitors
HASTY, Colo. – Visitors to John Martin Reservoir over Memorial Day Weekend can expect a few changes due to the effects of recent storms.Water levels at the reservoir have risen significantly, leading to changes that will impact guests and those planning on visiting in the near future should take note of the following: Most areas […]

Angler’s Roundtables Scheduled in Southeast Region
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – Colorado Parks and Wildlife wants to hear from anglers about current fishing regulations and angling opportunities across the state. Roundtable discussions have been scheduled across Colorado, including several in the southeast region. Colorado Parks and Wildlife updates its fishing regulations every five years after soliciting ideas and feedback from anglers about […]

Free Fishing Events for Kids in Southeast Colorado
LAMAR, Colo. – Colorado Parks and Wildlife is hosting several free fishing clinics for boys and girls in the lower Arkansas River Valley. The events are for children under 16 years of age and will cover tips and tricks for all kinds of fishing. Participants will also learn about types of flies and lures, water […]

2015-16 Licenses, Permits and Registrations Now On Sale
DENVER – Colorado Parks and Wildlife licenses, permits and registrations are on sale now for the 2015-16 season at license agents, CPW offices and online (http://cpw.state.co.us/). Big game The big game application deadline is 11:59 p.m., April 7, 2015. Check out http://cpw.state.co.us/learn/Pages/PlanYourHunt.aspx to find all the resources CPW has to offer hunters to complete their […]

Fishing Report for Southeast Colorado – June 3, 2014
Conditions Report – Southeast Colorado Adobe Creek Reservoir/Blue Lake (Kiowa and Bent Counties) Fishing is slow for all species, small numbers of crappie are being caught from boats. The low water boat ramps are useable. Report date: 5/20 Water is being released from Blue Lake and water levels are begining to drop. The low water boat ramps […]

Colorado’s Free Fishing Weekend, June 7 and 8
DENVER – Colorado Parks and Wildlife is reminding the public that Colorado’s Free Fishing Weekend is scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, June 7-8. Anglers of all ages can fish without a license anywhere in the state that weekend. Many states allow free fishing during one or two weekends each year in an effort to encourage more people […]

Fishing Report for Southeast Colorado – May 27, 2014
Conditions Report – Southeast Colorado Adobe Creek Reservoir/Blue Lake (Kiowa and Bent Counties) No current update at this time. Last report date: 5/20 Water is being released from Blue Lake and water levels are begining to drop. The low water boat ramps are still useable. Fishing for crappies from the outlet canal has slowed down; […]

Fishing Report for Southeast Colorado – May 20, 2014
See the full State-Wide report at: http://cpw.state.co.us/thingstodo/Pages/StatewideFishingConditions.aspx Conditions Report – Southeast Colorado Adobe Creek Reservoir/Blue Lake (Kiowa and Bent Counties) Water is being released from Blue Lake and water levels are begining to drop. The low water boat ramps are still useable. Fishing for crappies from the outlet canal has slowed down; from a boat […]

Two Buttes Outdoor Adventure: Free Fun for the Whole Family
LAMAR, Colo. – There’s just one week left to get signed up for a weekend getaway your family won’t ever forget. Colorado Parks and Wildlife is still accepting registrations for their Two Buttes Outdoor Adventure, a free two and half day event, that helps families reconnect with nature and the outdoors. This year the Two Buttes […]

Colorado Fishing Report – Tuesday, April 28 2014
Keep in mind that fishing conditions change on a constant basis. A lot can change in a week from the time this fishing conditions report is produced. If the water you are interested in knowing more about is not listed here or if you’re looking for the most current information, we encourage anglers to explore […]

Colorado Fishing Report – April 22, 2014
Conditions – Statewide Keep in mind that fishing conditions change on a constant basis. A lot can change in a week from the time this fishing conditions report is produced. If the water you are interested in knowing more about is not listed here or if you’re looking for the most current information, we encourage […]

CPW Offers Free Fishing Clinics for Kids
LAMAR, Colo. – Are your kids glued to the TV? Get them hooked on fishing instead. Colorado Parks and Wildlife is offering several free fishing clinics this spring in southeast Colorado. “These events are a great way to get kids outside and trying something new,” said Kevin Mahan, District Wildlife Manager in Lamar. “And who […]

Boat Ramps Open at John Martin Reservoir State Park
HASTY, Colo. – It’s time to get back out on the water! John Martin Reservoir will be opening its east and west boat ramps for the summer season Saturday, March 15. Water levels at the lake are significantly higher this year than they have been in the past at this time, allowing us to open […]

CPW Thanks Boaters As Inspection Stations Close For the Season
DENVER – The effort to stop the spread of harmful Aquatic Nuisance Species continued successfully during the 2013 boating season. Watercraft inspection and decontaminations stations were available at more than 75 locations across the state this year including 41 Colorado Parks and Wildlife stations. Colorado Parks and Wildlife and their numerous partners performed more than […]

Colorado Fishing Report for October 8, 2013
Final statewide fishing report for the season With the fishing season starting to wind down, this will be the final fishing report of the season. The report will resume once again in the spring. We’d like to extend a special thank you to all who contributed to the report throughout the 2013 season, and we […]