The Truchas Chapter of Trout Unlimited's annual banqet is this coming Saturday March 1st. It will be held at the Hilton Hotel in Santa Fe. Cocktails start at 6 pm and dinner at 7 pm. The featured speaker is Dr. Robert J. Behnke. He is Professor Emeritus of Colorado State University and one of the world's foremost experts on trout and salmon. He provided the scientific underpinnings for the work of last year's speaker, James Prosek, artist and author of several well regarded books. Dr. Behnke also writes the column "About Trout" in Trout Unlimited's national journal "Trout". We are please to have Dr. Behnke at the High Desert Angler for a signing of his latest book "About Trout" on Saturday March 1st at 10:30am. Copies of "About Trout" and "Trout and Salmon of North America" are available now at the High Desert Angler and are 10% off to current TU members. Get one while they last and bring it back in to be signed by Dr. Behnke
The recent snowstorms in the Four Corners Area has resulted in an increase in the current snowpack in the San Juan Mountains to as much as 170% of average. The Bureau of Reclamation will be increasing the release from Navajo Reservoir to 3,000 cfs beginning Monday, February 11, 2008. The release will be increased by approximately 1,000 cfs per day, which will result in reservoir releases reaching 3,000 cfs on Wednesday, February 13, 2008. The release will likely remain at 3,000 cfs until May, at which time the release will be ramped up to 5,000 cfs where it will remain for approximately 30 days. More information will be provided by Bureau of Rec on the timing and duration of the 5,000 cfs release as we get closer to May.
The High Desert Angler is a member of the Santa Fe Alliance and is also a participating member of Locals-Care. With Locals-Care, card holders earn and redeem points at many local merchants and also earn money for a local non-profit of your choice. Sign up for a Locals-Care card at the High Desert Angler and start earning points today!
Kids, learn to fish from a pro for free! Casting a line and catchin' fish - the basics of angling -offer fun for entire families in New Mexico's enchanting outdoors. For those who have never fished or are a little rusty, yet eager to get started, the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish's Fishing Skills Program offers FREE clinics with all the equipment you need for learning from experienced, professional trainers. Students of all ages learn basic skills of assembling tackle, knot tying, identifying fish and good fish habitat, casting, fish handling, New Mexico's fishing rules and regulations, angling ethics, aquatic food webs, and outdoor safety and fishing safety. To schedule a fishing clinic at your community or school, contact Ti Piper, Fishing Skills contractor, at (505) 250-9994 or (505) 281-5647. Watch for New Mexico Free Fishing Day events on the first Saturday in June each year and local community fishing events in your area. 2008 Free Fishing Day is set for Saturday, June 7th.
Sunday, February 24, 2008
Sunday, February 17, 2008
Fly Fishing News for the Week of February 18, 2008
Many thanks to our customers, Mike Andrews, Chuck Kuchta, and Steve Hoxie, for helping New Mexico Game and Fish stock brown trout fry into the upper Rio Grande on Thursday February 7th. This is an annual event and one way anglers can give back to the resource. If you didn't make it this year, plan on volunteering next February and improving New Mexico's fisheries. For more information, contact Eric Frey of Game and Fish at 505-445-2311.
The recent snowstorms in the Four Corners Area has resulted in an increase in the current snowpack in the San Juan Mountains to as much as 170% of average. The Bureau of Reclamation will be increasing the release from Navajo Reservoir to 3,000 cfs beginning Monday, February 11, 2008. The release will be increased by approximately 1,000 cfs per day, which will result in reservoir releases reaching 3,000 cfs on Wednesday, February 13, 2008. The release will likely remain at 3,000 cfs until May, at which time the release will be ramped up to 5,000 cfs where it will remain for approximately 30 days. More information will be provided by Bureau of Rec on the timing and duration of the 5,000 cfs release as we get closer to May.
The High Desert Angler is a member of the Santa Fe Alliance and is also a participating member of Locals-Care. With Locals-Care, card holders earn and redeem points at many local merchants and also earn money for a local non-profit of your choice. Sign up for a Locals-Care card at the High Desert Angler and start earning points today!
The New Mexico Game and Fish is seeking public comment on a fishing regulation proposal that would limit fly fishing anglers to two flies per rod. This new regulation is being proposed due to concerns from anglers in the San Juan River. The concern is that multiple fly rigs may cause damage to trout and other wildlife. It stems from anglers using three or more fly rigs and a fish taking the bottom fly then breaking the line taking all the top flies. The fish will then get snag into root wads and brush piles. The State Game Commission will take action on the proposed change during its February 21st meeting. Unfortunately, as usual, the period for public comment is very short and hasn't been very well publicized. For more information call Rick Castell in Albuquerque, 222-4700; Joey Vega in Las Cruces, 532-2100; Eric Frey in Raton, 445-2311, or Shawn Denny in Roswell, 624-6135. Or submit your comments online at the Department’s web site, www.wildlife.state.nm.us/. Use the "Public Comment" page to file an e-mail.
Please save the date of March 1, 2008 for the Truchas Chapter of Trout Unlimited annual banqet. It will be held at the Hilton Hotel in Santa Fe. Cocktails start at 6 pm and dinner at 7 pm. The featured speaker is Dr. Robert J. Behnke. He is Professor Emeritus of Colorado State University and one of the world's foremost experts on trout and salmon. He provided the scientific underpinnings for the work of last year's speaker, James Prosek, artist and author of several well regarded books. Dr. Behnke also writes the column "About Trout" in Trout Unlimited's national journal "Trout". We are please to have Dr. Behnke at the High Desert Angler for a signing of his latest book "About Trout" on Saturday March 1st at 10:30am. Copies of "About Trout" and "Trout and Salmon of North America" are available now at the High Desert Angler.
Kids, learn to fish from a pro for free! Casting a line and catchin' fish - the basics of angling -offer fun for entire families in New Mexico's enchanting outdoors. For those who have never fished or are a little rusty, yet eager to get started, the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish's Fishing Skills Program offers FREE clinics with all the equipment you need for learning from experienced, professional trainers. Students of all ages learn basic skills of assembling tackle, knot tying, identifying fish and good fish habitat, casting, fish handling, New Mexico's fishing rules and regulations, angling ethics, aquatic food webs, and outdoor safety and fishing safety. To schedule a fishing clinic at your community or school, contact Ti Piper, Fishing Skills contractor, at (505) 250-9994 or (505) 281-5647. Watch for New Mexico Free Fishing Day events on the first Saturday in June each year and local community fishing events in your area. 2008 Free Fishing Day is set for Saturday, June 7th.
The recent snowstorms in the Four Corners Area has resulted in an increase in the current snowpack in the San Juan Mountains to as much as 170% of average. The Bureau of Reclamation will be increasing the release from Navajo Reservoir to 3,000 cfs beginning Monday, February 11, 2008. The release will be increased by approximately 1,000 cfs per day, which will result in reservoir releases reaching 3,000 cfs on Wednesday, February 13, 2008. The release will likely remain at 3,000 cfs until May, at which time the release will be ramped up to 5,000 cfs where it will remain for approximately 30 days. More information will be provided by Bureau of Rec on the timing and duration of the 5,000 cfs release as we get closer to May.
The High Desert Angler is a member of the Santa Fe Alliance and is also a participating member of Locals-Care. With Locals-Care, card holders earn and redeem points at many local merchants and also earn money for a local non-profit of your choice. Sign up for a Locals-Care card at the High Desert Angler and start earning points today!
The New Mexico Game and Fish is seeking public comment on a fishing regulation proposal that would limit fly fishing anglers to two flies per rod. This new regulation is being proposed due to concerns from anglers in the San Juan River. The concern is that multiple fly rigs may cause damage to trout and other wildlife. It stems from anglers using three or more fly rigs and a fish taking the bottom fly then breaking the line taking all the top flies. The fish will then get snag into root wads and brush piles. The State Game Commission will take action on the proposed change during its February 21st meeting. Unfortunately, as usual, the period for public comment is very short and hasn't been very well publicized. For more information call Rick Castell in Albuquerque, 222-4700; Joey Vega in Las Cruces, 532-2100; Eric Frey in Raton, 445-2311, or Shawn Denny in Roswell, 624-6135. Or submit your comments online at the Department’s web site, www.wildlife.state.nm.us/. Use the "Public Comment" page to file an e-mail.
Please save the date of March 1, 2008 for the Truchas Chapter of Trout Unlimited annual banqet. It will be held at the Hilton Hotel in Santa Fe. Cocktails start at 6 pm and dinner at 7 pm. The featured speaker is Dr. Robert J. Behnke. He is Professor Emeritus of Colorado State University and one of the world's foremost experts on trout and salmon. He provided the scientific underpinnings for the work of last year's speaker, James Prosek, artist and author of several well regarded books. Dr. Behnke also writes the column "About Trout" in Trout Unlimited's national journal "Trout". We are please to have Dr. Behnke at the High Desert Angler for a signing of his latest book "About Trout" on Saturday March 1st at 10:30am. Copies of "About Trout" and "Trout and Salmon of North America" are available now at the High Desert Angler.
Kids, learn to fish from a pro for free! Casting a line and catchin' fish - the basics of angling -offer fun for entire families in New Mexico's enchanting outdoors. For those who have never fished or are a little rusty, yet eager to get started, the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish's Fishing Skills Program offers FREE clinics with all the equipment you need for learning from experienced, professional trainers. Students of all ages learn basic skills of assembling tackle, knot tying, identifying fish and good fish habitat, casting, fish handling, New Mexico's fishing rules and regulations, angling ethics, aquatic food webs, and outdoor safety and fishing safety. To schedule a fishing clinic at your community or school, contact Ti Piper, Fishing Skills contractor, at (505) 250-9994 or (505) 281-5647. Watch for New Mexico Free Fishing Day events on the first Saturday in June each year and local community fishing events in your area. 2008 Free Fishing Day is set for Saturday, June 7th.
Sunday, February 3, 2008
Announcements for the Week of February 11, 2008
Many thanks to our customers, Mike Andrews, Chuck Kuchta, and Steve Hoxie, for helping New Mexico Game and Fish stock brown trout fry into the upper Rio Grande on Thursday February 7th. This is an annual event and one way anglers can give back to the resource. If you didn't make it this year, plan on volunteering next February and improving New Mexico's fisheries. For more information, contact Eric Frey of Game and Fish at 505-445-2311.
The recent snowstorms in the Four Corners Area has resulted in an increase in the current snowpack in the San Juan Mountains to as much as 170% of average. The Bureau of Reclamation will be increasing the release from Navajo Reservoir to 3,000 cfs beginning Monday, February 11, 2008. The release will be increased by approximately 1,000 cfs per day, which will result in reservoir releases reaching 3,000 cfs on Wednesday, February 13, 2008. The release will likely remain at 3,000 cfs until May, at which time the release will be ramped up to 5,000 cfs where it will remain for approximately 30 days. More information will be provided by Bureau of Rec on the timing and duration of the 5,000 cfs release as we get closer to May.
High Desert Angler's senior guide, Norman Maktima, will be giving a presentation on his Wind River, Wyoming trip on February 16th at the High Desert Angler at 5:30 pm. He has scheduled two trips this year due to the demand. The first trip arrives in Thermoplis, Wyoming on June 29 and departs July 3rd. The second trip arrives in Thermoplis on July 3rd and departs the 7th. It includes 3 guided days of float fishing on the Wind River and upper Bighorn River, and 4 nights lodging in Thermoplis. The cost of the trip is $1,325 double occupancy, extra for singles, and does not include transportation to Thermoplis. There are some opening in both trips left. Please contact Norman Maktima at 505-988-7688 for the details.
The New Mexico Game and Fish is seeking public comment on a fishing regulation proposal that would limit fly fishing anglers to two flies per rod. This new regulation is being proposed due to concerns from anglers in the San Juan River. The concern is that multiple fly rigs may cause damage to trout and other wildlife. It stems from anglers using three or more fly rigs and a fish taking the bottom fly then breaking the line taking all the top flies. The fish will then get snag into root wads and brush piles. The State Game Commission will take action on the proposed change during its February 21st meeting. Unfortunately, as usual, the period for public comment is very short and hasn't been very well publicized. For more information call Rick Castell in Albuquerque, 222-4700; Joey Vega in Las Cruces, 532-2100; Eric Frey in Raton, 445-2311, or Shawn Denny in Roswell, 624-6135. Or submit your comments online at the Department’s web site, www.wildlife.state.nm.us/. Use the "Public Comment" page to file an e-mail.
The High Desert Angler is a member of the Santa Fe Alliance and is also a participating member of Locals-Care. With Locals-Care, card holders earn and redeem points at many local merchants and also earn money for a local non-profit of your choice. Sign up for a Locals-Care card at the High Desert Angler and start earning points today!
Please save the date of March 1, 2008 for the Truchas Chapter of Trout Unlimited annual banqet. It will be held at the Hilton Hotel in Santa Fe. Cocktails start at 6 pm and dinner at 7 pm. The featured speaker is Dr. Robert J. Behnke. He is Professor Emeritus of Colorado State University and one of the world's foremost experts on trout and salmon. He provided the scientific underpinnings for the work of last year's speaker, James Prosek, artist and author of several well regarded books. Dr. Behnke also writes the column "About Trout" in Trout Unlimited's national journal "Trout". We are please to have Dr. Behnke at the High Desert Angler for a signing of his latest book "About Trout" on Saturday March 1st at 3pm. Copies of "About Trout" and "Trout and Salmon of North America" are available now at the High Desert Angler.
Kids, learn to fish from a pro for free! Casting a line and catchin' fish - the basics of angling -offer fun for entire families in New Mexico's enchanting outdoors. For those who have never fished or are a little rusty, yet eager to get started, the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish's Fishing Skills Program offers FREE clinics with all the equipment you need for learning from experienced, professional trainers. Students of all ages learn basic skills of assembling tackle, knot tying, identifying fish and good fish habitat, casting, fish handling, New Mexico's fishing rules and regulations, angling ethics, aquatic food webs, and outdoor safety and fishing safety. To schedule a fishing clinic at your community or school, contact Ti Piper, Fishing Skills contractor, at (505) 250-9994 or (505) 281-5647. Watch for New Mexico Free Fishing Day events on the first Saturday in June each year and local community fishing events in your area. 2008 Free Fishing Day is set for Saturday, June 7th.
The recent snowstorms in the Four Corners Area has resulted in an increase in the current snowpack in the San Juan Mountains to as much as 170% of average. The Bureau of Reclamation will be increasing the release from Navajo Reservoir to 3,000 cfs beginning Monday, February 11, 2008. The release will be increased by approximately 1,000 cfs per day, which will result in reservoir releases reaching 3,000 cfs on Wednesday, February 13, 2008. The release will likely remain at 3,000 cfs until May, at which time the release will be ramped up to 5,000 cfs where it will remain for approximately 30 days. More information will be provided by Bureau of Rec on the timing and duration of the 5,000 cfs release as we get closer to May.
High Desert Angler's senior guide, Norman Maktima, will be giving a presentation on his Wind River, Wyoming trip on February 16th at the High Desert Angler at 5:30 pm. He has scheduled two trips this year due to the demand. The first trip arrives in Thermoplis, Wyoming on June 29 and departs July 3rd. The second trip arrives in Thermoplis on July 3rd and departs the 7th. It includes 3 guided days of float fishing on the Wind River and upper Bighorn River, and 4 nights lodging in Thermoplis. The cost of the trip is $1,325 double occupancy, extra for singles, and does not include transportation to Thermoplis. There are some opening in both trips left. Please contact Norman Maktima at 505-988-7688 for the details.
The New Mexico Game and Fish is seeking public comment on a fishing regulation proposal that would limit fly fishing anglers to two flies per rod. This new regulation is being proposed due to concerns from anglers in the San Juan River. The concern is that multiple fly rigs may cause damage to trout and other wildlife. It stems from anglers using three or more fly rigs and a fish taking the bottom fly then breaking the line taking all the top flies. The fish will then get snag into root wads and brush piles. The State Game Commission will take action on the proposed change during its February 21st meeting. Unfortunately, as usual, the period for public comment is very short and hasn't been very well publicized. For more information call Rick Castell in Albuquerque, 222-4700; Joey Vega in Las Cruces, 532-2100; Eric Frey in Raton, 445-2311, or Shawn Denny in Roswell, 624-6135. Or submit your comments online at the Department’s web site, www.wildlife.state.nm.us/. Use the "Public Comment" page to file an e-mail.
The High Desert Angler is a member of the Santa Fe Alliance and is also a participating member of Locals-Care. With Locals-Care, card holders earn and redeem points at many local merchants and also earn money for a local non-profit of your choice. Sign up for a Locals-Care card at the High Desert Angler and start earning points today!
Please save the date of March 1, 2008 for the Truchas Chapter of Trout Unlimited annual banqet. It will be held at the Hilton Hotel in Santa Fe. Cocktails start at 6 pm and dinner at 7 pm. The featured speaker is Dr. Robert J. Behnke. He is Professor Emeritus of Colorado State University and one of the world's foremost experts on trout and salmon. He provided the scientific underpinnings for the work of last year's speaker, James Prosek, artist and author of several well regarded books. Dr. Behnke also writes the column "About Trout" in Trout Unlimited's national journal "Trout". We are please to have Dr. Behnke at the High Desert Angler for a signing of his latest book "About Trout" on Saturday March 1st at 3pm. Copies of "About Trout" and "Trout and Salmon of North America" are available now at the High Desert Angler.
Kids, learn to fish from a pro for free! Casting a line and catchin' fish - the basics of angling -offer fun for entire families in New Mexico's enchanting outdoors. For those who have never fished or are a little rusty, yet eager to get started, the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish's Fishing Skills Program offers FREE clinics with all the equipment you need for learning from experienced, professional trainers. Students of all ages learn basic skills of assembling tackle, knot tying, identifying fish and good fish habitat, casting, fish handling, New Mexico's fishing rules and regulations, angling ethics, aquatic food webs, and outdoor safety and fishing safety. To schedule a fishing clinic at your community or school, contact Ti Piper, Fishing Skills contractor, at (505) 250-9994 or (505) 281-5647. Watch for New Mexico Free Fishing Day events on the first Saturday in June each year and local community fishing events in your area. 2008 Free Fishing Day is set for Saturday, June 7th.
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