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Colorado Fishing News

CPW invites anglers to attend Gypsum Ponds State Wildlife Area fishery meeting

Originally managed for catchable trout, the ponds were invaded over the years by multiple warm-water fish species, likely through illegal introduction. 3/18/2025

Pueblo Res North Shore Marina to remain in operation

The agreement will allow for public access to the North Shore Marina amenities at the park this summer while [CPW] works on a longer-term agreement 3/14/2025

North Platte below Gray Reef Res flushing flows March 17-26

10-day flushing flow operation begins Monday, March 17 on the North Platte River from Gray Reef Reservoir 3/6/2025

2025/2026 Colorado Fishing Licenses now available

Annual licenses purchased now are valid through March 31 next year. Pricing for annual, daily and multi-day fishing licenses are listed in the new 2025 Colorado Fishing Brochure 3/3/2025

Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission Meeting March 5-6, 2025

Meeting agenda includes Eleven Mile and Spinney Mountain State Park update among other items. Meeting is scheduled to begin at 8:30 a.m. on Wed., March 5 and recess at 3:05 p.m. The commission will reconvene at 8:30 a.m. on Thu., March 6 and adjourn at 3:30 p.m. 2/26/2025

CPW recognizes 29 employees with awards for their leadership, bravery and dedication

Awards recognize CPW officers, rangers and staff who demonstrate exceptional dedication to preserving and enhancing Colorado's outdoors and show a willingness to put their lives on the line protecting the people that enjoy them. 2/20/2025

Donated lake trout available during Mac Attack fishing contest

The event aims to recruit more anglers and maximize harvest of lake trout under 25 inches in Flaming Gorge. Game and Fish will give the donated lake trout to anyone who wants them as long as supplies last. 2/12/2025

Shake off the winter funk at Stagecoach and State Forest State Park this February

Ice fishing on tap at Stagecoach's Debunk the Funk event Feb 22, and details on Elkhead State Park Fishing Tournament set for June 2/7/2025

Golden mussel gets CPW temporary aquatic nuisance species designation

Golden mussels have not yet been found in Colorado. The designation will provide CPW with the necessary authority to prevent its introduction into the state 2/6/2025

Anglers invited to compete in Mac Attack fishing contest at Flaming Gorge

Sponsored by Buckboard Marina and modeled after the successful Burbot Bash, the Mac Attack fishing contest at Flaming Gorge is designed to benefit the reservoir's fisheries by helping to reduce the overabundance of small lake trout. 1/30/2025

Public meetings in Casper and Rawlins for Gray Reef, Miracle Mile, Alcova, Pathfinder, and Seminoe Res

The Wyoming Game and Fish invites the public to attend open house meetings in Casper and Rawlins to discuss potential changes to fishing regulations in the North Platte River drainage. 1/29/2025

Water released from Chatfield Res. Environmental Pool into South Platte River in historic first

As a part of the increased operating level of Chatfield Reservoir, the project designated the pool to store additional water within the reservoir with the intent of releasing water to relieve stress on aquatic life during low flow conditions in the South Platte. 1/8/2025

Lake trout tournament returns to Blue Mesa Reservoir to start 2025

CPW will once again offer $10,000 in prize money to lure in angler participation for the tournament, which will be held at Blue Mesa Reservoir from Jan. 1 through April 30, 2025 12/31/2024

Genetically unique cutthroat trout rescued from 2016 wildfire found to be reproducing in SE Region streams

Recent surveys of creeks where CPW has reintroduced the unique trout found evidence they are surviving multiple years – a huge milestone in any wildlife restoration project. 12/17/2024

CPW helps remove Rio Grande cutthroat trout from ESA list

Recognizing declines, CPW initiated conservation efforts for the species in the early 1980s. 57 populations are considered to be secure out of estimated 127 conservation populations in the Colorado and New Mexico 12/13/2024

CPW update on zebra mussel veligers in Grand Valley

No additional veligers or adult zebra mussels have been. Boats launching at Highline Lake will continue to be subject to inspection and decontamination protocols before launching. Upon exiting the lake, all boaters will have their boats inspected and decontaminated. 11/26/2024
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