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Fish Stocking Schedule 2008
On the fish stocking day, the lake will be open to fishing until the stocking takes place. Once the stocking is completed fishing will not be allowed for the rest of the day.
1/8/2008
1/22/2008
2/5/2008
2/19/2008
3/4/2008
3/20/2008
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30th TROUT SEASON OPENER SETS MILESTONE!
Once again, the days are getting shorter, the weather is cooling off and water temperatures are dropping. These signs all point to the return of rainbow trout to Lake Mission Viejo. It's been that way for 30 years!
The 30th Annual Trout Opener is slated for Saturday, November 17 at 6 a.m. Anglers will find 8,000 pounds of beautiful trout ready to attack lures and pursue any bait you cast their way. These fish are traveling 24 hours all the way from Nebraska in a specially designed truck. When the trout first arrive on the second Tuesday of November, the lake will be closed to fishing for a few days until the Saturday morning season opener. The “no fishing” period allows the trout time to acclimate to LMV waters.
The anticipation of the initial trout stock always attracts a large crowd of Opening Day anglers. The rental fleet is being spruced up with new electric motors, batteries, anchors and paint. Morning boat rentals will be busy on opening weekend as well as on most weekends following the bi-weekly stocking of trout. The second stock delivery is scheduled for Tuesday, November 27 prior to the first tournament of the year.
FISHING CONDITIONS ARE RIPE FOR REELING
Trout fishing conditions for the opening part of the season should remain consistent with past years. The Lake water temperature will be around 65 degrees, and water visibility approximately 35 feet in most areas of the lake. Light line is essential for success when targeting trout. Use 4 lb. test as a main line with 2 lb. leader material. Number 16 and 18 treble hooks work very well with Berkley Power Bait. Casta Bubbles filled with water are a favorite substitute for lead sinkers at LMV. Kastmasters, Rooster Tails, Mepes Spinners and Panther Martin lures are another method of targeting trout, and are all favorites of lake anglers.
The best suggestion for catching trout though, is to just come on out to the Lake, enjoy the peace and tranquility, and take advantage of ample opportunities to catch beautiful rainbow trout in your own backyard.
IMPORTANT STUFF LMV ANGLERS NEED TO KNOW
- Members must have their LMVA ID card in order to rent boats.
- ID cards must be displayed at all times while fishing.
- Guests must display their Guest/Fishing Pass while fishing.
- Trout limits are 4 fish per person per day.
- All trout must be kept.
(“Catch and Release” not allowed with trout at LMV).
Fishing Club Tackles Another Year of Reelin' In Rainbows
The Lake Mission Viejo Fishing Club is open to all Lake members, and it will be celebrating the 30th year of trout fishing with a number of exciting events. The Club’s first meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, November 28 at 7 p.m. in the LMVA Administration Building. The evening will feature plans for the upcoming season. Members and visitors will be able to register for the first tournament, slated for Saturday, December 1 from 6 – 11 a.m.
The competition has three divisions including: Kids (11 and under), Teens (12 - 17) and Adults (18 and older). Tournament fees are $4 for Kids and $5 for Teens and Adults. Everyone, from beginners to seasoned experts, is welcome. Our veterans are always more than willing to teach novice anglers the secrets of LMV’s wary rainbows.
The Club’s schedule also includes a 7 p.m. meeting on Wednesday, December 12, and the season’s second tournament on Saturday, December 15 from 6 – 11 a.m.
For more information about the Fishing Club or trout stocking/fishing schedules, please call 770-1313 ext. 235.
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Patrick Larkin (15) caught this 13.4 bass on April 11 2008. Large picture here.
"My name is Patrick Larkin and I am fifteen years old. On Friday, March 14th 2008, I caught and released a bass weighing approximately 16 pounds. Here is a picture of the bass." Large picture here.
LMV member Blake Boren and the 12 pounds 14 ounces bass he caught on February 23, 2008. Large picture here.
LMV member Michael Castillon and the record 5 pounds 14 ounces trout he caught on November 18 2007. Large picture and the full story here.
LMV member Logan Altman caught this 12.6 lbs Largemouth Bass. Large picture and full story here.
LMV member George Coniglio with 19 lbs 12 oz bass George. Large picture and full story here.
LMV member Joe Senger and "The Whopper". See more pictures and read the full story.
LMV member, Don Tocher caught, and released, this 73 pound Blue Catfish.
April 25, '03
LMV member, Steve Holland caught, and released, this bass weighting approximately 9 pounds.
May 25, '03
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