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Happy Holidays!

What's Happening
  • December 5th, 12th,
    19th, & 26th
    Lakes stocked
    by our hatchery


  • December 12th
    Full Moon





BWad Xmastrees at the Lakes
Rodriguez Bros Kids FF Family
Left: Brothers, Daniel and Ryan Rodriguez caught their limits using a Thomas Buoyant on the eastern shore of lake 3. Middle:These young anglers caught their first fish at the Angling Pond. Right: Fishing is a great way to spend quality time with family and friends!

TwoBoysInWagon Cops & Kids Bob Barr Rods
Left: These two boys are ready to fish the big lakes with their dad. Middle: The Cops & Kids Program held a fishing party where they barbecued and gave out prizes. With the help of volunteers, kids caught lots of trout. For many it was a first fish. Right: Bob Barr, owner of BB Custom Rods and Tackle donated two Phoenix custom rods, t-shirts and hats for Prize Day. Go to www.bbcustomrodsandtackle.com for more information on his fine products and services.

Jerk its JoesLimit Harwell
Left: The Lakes Bait and Tackle shop now sells Jerkit Lures, which are designed to imitate a feeding, fleeing or injured minnow. Middle: Jerkit owner and Lakes' regular, Joe Ortega, shows off a limit all caught with his lures. He's often seen on the lakes teaching other anglers lure techniques and the effectiveness of his great products. Right: Another Lakes's regular, Steve Saitman, builds poles "the way you want them". If you're looking for a custom pole give him a call at (909) 702-7321.

First Fish Families Alcantar Family Brack Family
Left: These young anglers caught their first fish with the help of their parents. Center: The Alcantar Family of Chino fished the big lakes where Emily Rose their youngest member caught her first fish Right: Jim, Tony and Reeta Brack came over from England to visit relatives and stopped by the lakes for a day of fishing.

MorenoRamirezLimits West Family Buddies
Left:The Moreno-Ramirez family spent the day fishing and limited out.Middle: The West Family brought another generation of kids to catch their
first fish at the Angling Pond. Right: Nothing beats hanging out
with friends and catching some trout!


J&KOcull StauffersLimits KidwithTrout
These anglers were happy with their catch whether they caught one or a limit. Although Dave Stauffer (middle picture) and his son Zach did complain about catching their limits so quickly that they didn't get to eat their lunch. But at least they got home for the football game.

Boys GirlBT JWolfStringer
Young anglers show off their catches.

ThierryFam Evelyn Pratt Mom&Daughter.
Left: These proud grandparents took their grandkids to the lakes to catch their first fish. Middle: Eighty-eight year old, Evelyn Pratt of El Monte caught her first fish at the Lakes.
Right: The Vidaurri family, who've been fishing at the Lakes for years had great luck on Lake 2 where everyone except Mom, Cynthia limited. She had no complaints about her three trout stringer saying" she just wanted to relax and enjoy the day with her husband Carlos and two daughters.

Sam and Grandsons Pretty In Pink SSand her trout
Left: Lakes' Regular Sam Guthrie brought his grandsons to catch their first fish.
Middle: This pretty in pink angler fishes regularly with her grand-dad, Vic Jackowich. Right:This seven year old angler caught her 1 lbs 14 ozs trout on a brown power nugget while fishing with her mom.


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The Hatchery Crew keeps the lakes well stocked.

SunFlower1 The Boat House Peach Iris
The Boat House is a reminder of the Lakes' Homestead past.

Daisy Grassy Point RussianSage
Angler's View
streambed Just a Reminder!
Because the Lakes are part of a pre-1911 homestead, we enjoy great water quality year round which allows us to raise and stock trout even during the hottest months.

Anglers don't need to travel great distances to catch quality trout!
MYPrize Upcoming Events

Click on the Upcoming Events Link (at the bottom of each page) for Prize Days, Contests, Bass Events, Free Clinics and Specials.

The first storm of the season on November first didn't stop anglers from having a great weekend of fishing. Anglers waiting at dawn in the Lakes' parking lot were able to catch a rainbow before the front gate even opened.
rainbow! rainbow2!

The cooler weather was a welcomed change after a long hot summer.
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These two boys were among the many anglers who caught their limits.

Fishing is Good for the Heart!


Lakes' Views

Larsen & Loretta LakeView2 Kirby The Swan Goose WhiteGoose RedTailedHawk
This young hawk was rescued and sent to Moonridge Zoo, a participant in the DFG rehabilitation program, in Big Bear to recuperate.
Hatchery Update
Lakes 2 and 3 as well as the Angling Pond are stocked every Friday with Rainbow Trout and Ruby Red Steelhead.
Fish Facts
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It takes one year to raise a trout that weighs one pound.


JRL Round-up

R&R PRodriguez52BT A Girl and her fish

    The Angler's Cookbook

    Trout Almondine

  • 6 trout, about 1 lb. each, cleaned
  • 1 tbsp. lemon juice
  • 1 qt. water
  • 1 c. milk
  • 1 c. flour & 1/2 c. cornmeal
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 tsp. white pepper
  • 1/2 c. vegetable oil
  • 1/2 c. butter
  • 3/4 c. sliced blanched almonds
  • Chopped Parsley
  • Lemon slices
  • Wash trout in lemon juice and water, drain and dry them. Dip in milk, roll in flour and meal mixture, shake off excess. Season with salt and pepper.
    In large skillet, heat oil and saute trout for about 6 minutes over medium-high heat, turn gently and cook 6 minutes on other side. Remove and keep warm. Remove oil from pan. Add butter and almonds. Saute 3 to 4 minutes over medium-high heat. Pour almonds and butter over fish. Sprinkle chopped parsley over top and garnish with lemon.


Jim
Jim's
Hot Baits and Tackle
  • Silver Kastmasters
    Gold Thomas Buoyants

  • Fl. Orange, Rainbow &
    Lemon Twist Power Bait

  • Chartreuse & Orange Power Worms

  • Night Crawlers

  • Gold Jake Lures
    Wes Fairbanks, a longtime volunteer and friend of the lakes, has been designing and caring for our garden areas. Visitors enjoy the water wheel he designed and built as they enter the park.
Wes With Wheel
Autumn Days
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Anglers enjoy fall leaves, cooler days and great trout fishing!




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