Event Report: Eastern Sierra Fishing Events

2012 Eastern Sierra Fishing Events Western Outdoor NewsPublished: Apr 20, 2012

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It’s that time of year again folks! The Eastern Sierra had a pretty mild winter and fishing on opening weekend should be nothing short of amazing. Normally, the Lakes begin thawing around this time. The trout move up after the thaw, but they are generally still inactive. Well, this year the lakes are already thawed! Reports from June Lake indicate that trout are feeding heavily. Dave Cunningham  from June Lake Marina called in to say that he is seeing trout rise to eat in the mornings and evenings. The Ospreys have been catching a lot of trout too, which is unheard of this time of year. The Trout are usually much deeper… Lake Mary Marina owner, Don Barrett called Adam Cargill of WON on Tuesday this week to let him know that he would be open for “Fishmas,” too. “We haven’t been able to open this early for almost 20 years,” he remarked. The forest service has begun to clear the roads that were blocked during this year’s “blow down.” There were literally thousands of fallen trees in the Mammoth Lakes Basin. With plowing underway, and several days remaining till the general trout opener, there should be no problem getting to your favorite Mammoth Lake. There are several major derbies and events associated with this first part of the season. Read the details below: Mammoth Lakes Opening Weekend Fishmas Festival April 27-28, 2012 Mammoth Lakes, California 93546 (760) 934-2712 (888) 466-2666 www.visitmammoth.com www.easternsierrafishing.org info@visitmammoth.com There will be music, food, fishing vendors, Manzanar Fishing Club movie showing, kids fishing activities, fishing souvenirs and RAFFLES all located at the Village at Mammoth. Opening Day of the Mono County Fishing Season April 28, 2012 Mammoth Lakes, California 93546 (760) 934-2664 www.dfg.ca.gov info@visitmammoth.com For fishermen, Opening Day in Mono County is the highlight of the year. Rainbows, browns as well as the famous trophy-sized Alper’s trout are stocked in the many lakes and streams in and around the Mammoth Lakes area. There's great boat fishing, fly-fishing, shore fishing and float tubing. The fishing season runs through Nov. 15. Fred J. Hall Memorial Opening Day Big Fish Contest at Crowley Lake April 28, 2012 Mammoth Lakes, California 93546 (760) 935-4301 (888) 466-2666 www.crowleylakefishcamp.com www.visitmammoth.com Fishing derby, prizes and raffles located at Crowley Lake. “50” Days of Fishmas in Mammoth Lakes April 30 – June 18, 2012 Mammoth Lakes, California 93546 www.easternsierrafishing.org www.visitmammoth.com info@visitmammoth.com From April 30 – June 18, 2012 there will be fishing derbies and 50% off lodging, dining, gear, activities and flights! Print your Eastern Sierra Fishing Passport at www.easternsierrafishing.org for FREE and catch all the savings. “Round Up at the Lake” - Convict Lake Spring Fishing Derby April 29 – June 10, 2012 Convict Lake – Mammoth Lakes, California 93546 (760) 934-3800 www.convictlake.com marketing@convictlake.com “Round up at the Lake” fishing derby runs from April 29 through June 10, 2012 with cash and prizes at Convict Lake. Hangman’s Bonus Fishing Derby Weekend at Convict Lake June 8-10, 2012 Mammoth Lakes, California 93546 (760) 934-3800 marketing@convictlake.com www.convictlake.com Win lots of cash at this bonus fishing derby at Convict Lake June 8-10, 2012. Mammoth Lakes Kid’s Fishing Festival July 28, 2012 Mammoth Lakes, California 93546 (760) 937-2942 www.monoarts.org info@monoarts.org This is the 25th Annual Kid's Fishing Festival. Located at the Snowcreek Ponds in Mammoth Lakes from 8 a.m. to 12 noon. Kids 13 and under can catch an Alpers Trout!  Event T-shirts available and lots of prizes. Free! Donations accepted. Crowley Lake Stillwater Classic Aug. 11, 2012 Mammoth Lakes, California 93546 (760) 935-4301 www.crowleylakefishcamp.com The Stillwater Classic is a ton of fun with the goal of putting a ton of fish into Crowley Lake. The Stillwater Classic is a catch-and-release, fly-fishing-only tournament and anglers can fish from boats, float tubes or kayaks. You can enter as a team or as an individual or both. After the contest, there is an awards ceremony with a free barbeque lunch for the contestants and you can win some great raffle prizes. Everyone has a great day whether they win or not! “Ambush at the Lake” – Convict Lake Fall Trout Derby   Sept. 3 – Nov. 15, 2012 Mammoth Lakes, California 93546 (760) 935-3800 marketing@convictlake.com www.convictlake.com “Ambush at the Lake” runs from Sept. 3 – Nov. 15, 2012. Competition Times: Sunrise to Sunset. Fish caught 14 Inches or longer are eligible to be registered.  Each person with a registered fish will be entered into the prize drawing.   The Fly Fishing Faire in Mammoth Lakes Sept, 13-16, 2012 Mammoth Lakes, California 93546 (951) 415-9920 (760) 935-4356 www.southwestcouncilfff.org Four fun filled days in Mammoth Lakes, Sept, 13-16, 2012 of learning fly casting, fly tying and fly fishing. There will be lessons for the whole family, workshops and events. Open to everyone from beginners to advanced. Great prizes. Featuring ”The Fly Fishing Film Tour.” Morrisons’s Bonus Fishing Derby Weekend at Convict Lake Oct. 26-28, 2012 Mammoth Lakes, California 93546 (760) 934-3800 www.convictlake.com marketing@convictlake.com Oct. 26-28, 2012 this Convict Lake tagged fish money tournament features cash and a ton of fun!