Fishing Report 6-16-09
Fishing Report 6-16-09
The Jicarilla Fishing Lakes have made the transition to summer like conditions. The surface water temperatures are at 65°F across the board, and the aquatic vegetation is becoming a nuisance at Enbom Lake and Stone Lake. Fishing at Mundo has been excellent for all four species and the water quality is in good shape. Pressure is way down at Stone Lake, and there is still a large algae bloom affecting water clarity with a milky green hue. Enbom has plenty of feeding trout, but the weeds are a major issue that is driving anglers crazy. Weed Harvesting will begin at Enbom within the week.
Mundo Lake continues to be the Hot Spot on the Jicarilla Lakes. All four species are biting, and a wide variety of techniques are working. The usual baits including powerbait and worms are catching trout that average 10-12”. Flies are probably working the best for trout, and wollybuggers, beadheads, and damselfly nymphs have been used most frequently. There is a little dryfly action in the evenings. Largemouth Bass have been biting well on buzz baits, plastic worms and streamer flies. The Bass are congregating near shore around emergent vegetation and habitat structure. The large Bass (15”+) are spawning, and can be spotted near shore guarding nests. Catfish are hitting the usual stinkbaits and liver. Fishing for Cats seems to be better on the south end of the Lake.
Enbom is a weedy mess right now, but the fish are biting near and on the surface. Bait fishing on the bottom is not recommended until we get in there with the weed harvester. The harvester will be moved to Enbom late this week and the lake should be cleaned up pretty well by the weekend of the 27th. There are some spots with adequate depth to prevent weeds growing all the way to the surface but a small boat is the only efficient way to access them.
Stone Lake is still battling an algae bloom. Visibility is poor in spots and decent in others. Fishing pressure has been low, and there have not been any reports this week. The damsel flies are crawling out in good numbers. The North side of the lake has been least affected by the bloom, and would be a recommended starting location if you want try and fool some big fish.
The 3rd annual Pony Express 3-Species derby is set to go on Saturday July 11th, 2009 at Mundo Lake. The format will be very similar to years past, with prizes for 1st-3rd place for each of the 3 species , and a grand prize for the heaviest combined creel. We are ordering prizes right now, and there will be information on them soon. As usual, we will have an on-site raffle for hunting and fishing permits. These permits include a guided cow-elk hunt, 2 Spring Turkey Permits, 3 annual Waterfowl Permits, and 4 annual fishing Permits. This is a fun, family friendly event and the proceeds will help fund the Little Beaver Pony Express Race that will be held on Friday July 17th, 2009.
Kevin Terry
Fisheries Biologist
The Jicarilla Fishing Lakes have made the transition to summer like conditions. The surface water temperatures are at 65°F across the board, and the aquatic vegetation is becoming a nuisance at Enbom Lake and Stone Lake. Fishing at Mundo has been excellent for all four species and the water quality is in good shape. Pressure is way down at Stone Lake, and there is still a large algae bloom affecting water clarity with a milky green hue. Enbom has plenty of feeding trout, but the weeds are a major issue that is driving anglers crazy. Weed Harvesting will begin at Enbom within the week.
Mundo Lake continues to be the Hot Spot on the Jicarilla Lakes. All four species are biting, and a wide variety of techniques are working. The usual baits including powerbait and worms are catching trout that average 10-12”. Flies are probably working the best for trout, and wollybuggers, beadheads, and damselfly nymphs have been used most frequently. There is a little dryfly action in the evenings. Largemouth Bass have been biting well on buzz baits, plastic worms and streamer flies. The Bass are congregating near shore around emergent vegetation and habitat structure. The large Bass (15”+) are spawning, and can be spotted near shore guarding nests. Catfish are hitting the usual stinkbaits and liver. Fishing for Cats seems to be better on the south end of the Lake.
Enbom is a weedy mess right now, but the fish are biting near and on the surface. Bait fishing on the bottom is not recommended until we get in there with the weed harvester. The harvester will be moved to Enbom late this week and the lake should be cleaned up pretty well by the weekend of the 27th. There are some spots with adequate depth to prevent weeds growing all the way to the surface but a small boat is the only efficient way to access them.
Stone Lake is still battling an algae bloom. Visibility is poor in spots and decent in others. Fishing pressure has been low, and there have not been any reports this week. The damsel flies are crawling out in good numbers. The North side of the lake has been least affected by the bloom, and would be a recommended starting location if you want try and fool some big fish.
The 3rd annual Pony Express 3-Species derby is set to go on Saturday July 11th, 2009 at Mundo Lake. The format will be very similar to years past, with prizes for 1st-3rd place for each of the 3 species , and a grand prize for the heaviest combined creel. We are ordering prizes right now, and there will be information on them soon. As usual, we will have an on-site raffle for hunting and fishing permits. These permits include a guided cow-elk hunt, 2 Spring Turkey Permits, 3 annual Waterfowl Permits, and 4 annual fishing Permits. This is a fun, family friendly event and the proceeds will help fund the Little Beaver Pony Express Race that will be held on Friday July 17th, 2009.
Kevin Terry
Fisheries Biologist
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