Jicarilla Fishing Blog
13 November 2019
Folks,
No reports have been submitted but the Fisheries Crew has talked to a few fishermen. Most were reporting 30 fish days with minimal effort, the southeast corner of Mundo was mentioned as fishing well. Also, some anglers noted fishing being slower per hour at Embom but bigger fish on average. All lures, bait, and flies seemed to be working equally well among the anglers we spoke with.
It is almost the holidays, and that means winter. I'd go fishing sooner rather than later.
J.
11 November 2019
Just an FYI all docks at Mundo have been put up for the winter. Shore/boat fishing is still open and sounds like folks are doing very well.
J.
06 November 2019
Folks,
Fishing reports indicate 20-80+ fish days at Mundo with bait, castmasters, spinners and flies of all sorts, fish reported this week range in size from 14-24". No reports from Embom or Stone have been submitted. The fish crew conducted its fall Stone Lake survey and as anticipated Rainbow Trout approximately 16" average were fat and healthy.
As usual this time of year sees higher angler traffic, and quite a few fishing proclamation infractions have been noted. Please read the fishing proclamation before going fishing, you can download the .pdf to your phone for quick reference. It also seems quite a few issues arise from "rumors" going around. All proclamation rules are in effect and have not changed, regardless of what rumors your fishing buddy heard. By signing your permit you are legally saying you have read and understand the rules.
J.
Happy Halloween
Happy Halloween Fish Fans,
Received one report from Mundo Lake a group of four or five each caught their limits from shore on assorted powerbaits. Fish averaged 14-16". Have heard vague rumors of larger fish coming out of Embom, but, a fisherman told us, and you know what they say about those guys and gals... I would give Embom a fair chance before the freeze, especially if it is windy at Mundo...
The Fish Crew has been busy with a river restoration project and is not in the office but sporadically during the days. If you have fishing questions please leave a voicemail or e-mail and we will return them as soon as we can (usually early in the morning or later in the evening before closing time).
Most of you are probably a little past the trick or treat ages so you should have plenty of time to go fishing!
J.
23 October 2019
Folks,
A couple of fishing reports were submitted both indicated 50 plus fish days on everything from damselfly patterns to streamers and assorted buggers. Fish reported as between 12-20 inches. Anglers reported excellent fishing at both Mundo and Embom lakes. I have only received reports from catch and release fly fishermen.
It has been downright subarctic in the morning with nighttime temperatures in the single digits to low double digits. So pack accordingly if you plan to show up early or stay late. We are under moderate to high fire risk so if you have a campfire please be extremely careful, it is very dry.
This year has been a weather rollercoaster so what happens next is anyone's guess.
J.
16 October 2019
Folks,
I guess a little internet poking caused a stir, and a fisherman submitted a report. Two anglers reported 100 plus fish day (8hrs of fishing) from Mundo between 14-18" on an assortment of flies including bunny leeches and size 14 nymphs. I don't own a fly shop, so I'm not in the business of selling flies... You don't need fancy things with silly names. If you own a fly shop you probably are cursing me, but a well-presented simple fly will always produce better than a poorly presented fad. This is good news for those who tie flies, as you don't need to learn those new step intensive flies to catch fish. This isn't the Henry's Fork. Focus on technique not fly patterns.
Get out and enjoy the season before it is over.
J.
10 October 2019
Folks,
On a recent trip to the big city, a fisherman tracked me down and gave me a really good report from Enbom from last weekend. He said the fishing was difficult but fish were in the 18-22" range and using his fish finder he saw many more that were a little smarter than he was. He said the weeds were manageable but he only used a floating line and lighter flies.
No reports submitted on any other of the lakes, but it sure looks good out there.
I know I'm going fishing this weekend, you should too!
J.
07 October 2019
Folks,
Luckily for you, the Fisheries Tech has been hounding people, because not a soul has submitted a fishing report since this spring/summer. I know many folks read the blog, but it seems many do not understand how this is put together. Despite the rumors, the fisheries crew does not fish for a living. All of the information provided in the blog is from reports submitted by anglers. I really would prefer not to hound folks who are fishing, as that's not why folks go fishing. Therefore without angler reports the quality and quantity of information being provided in the blog suffers. I think some folks are trying to keep these lakes a secret or may feel they are protecting their honey hole. But who knows.
We get constant calls and e-mails requesting sometimes very specific information but are not getting reports in return. So consider submitting a report.
The Tech talked to two anglers and one reported lots of fish in the 14-16" range and another reported an 18" fish. Both on unspecified bait at Mundo Lake.
The mornings have been cold and the colors are starting to change quickly.
Regardless of reports, If I wasn't working I'd be fishing,
J.
27 September 2019
Folks,
No reports were received from anglers.
The night time temperatures have cooled significantly this week, despite higher than normal daytime temperatures. We were even fortunate enough to get a nice afternoon of rain on Monday. Roads are dry now of course.
I have a great feeling about this year's fall fishing.
Get out, submit a report, be happy,
J.
Updates
Folks,
No fishing reports have been submitted, but requests for specialized reports are on the rise. I guess fall fever has hit some off our anglers. The Fish Crew went sleuthing around and found anglers reporting consistent action in the mornings with it slowing significantly during the afternoon. Fish reported have been in the 12-17" range with one angler mentioning losing a fish that jumped three times at the better part of 21". You know what they say about fish tales, no pictures, no proof. The angler was quite sure it was the best fish she had hooked in a long time, so who am I to argue. Anglers from boats have been doing best but one angler indicated the east side dock was fishing well.
Fall has been delayed, so I would imagine peak fishing will be the starting early to mid-October. Those are just the Fish Crews predications.
Get out and go fishing football can wait,
J.