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Posted: 14-Apr-18
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FISHING REPORT APRIL 14, 2018 - for Golden Bear Cottages guests

The cry for the reel fishing report has been heard. The saying "no news is good news" doesn't
always hold true since there has been nothing good to report for months. It has been a rough start to our spring fishing, however we are seeing a bit of light at the end of the tunnel as for now.

It's very interesting after you drop 12k lbs. of rainbow trout into the lake that people start to catch Rainbow trout "weird". This weekend was a perfect example of just that. The 50K was a hit as folks from California and beyond came to try their luck on slaying the power ball fish. I hear that fishing was good and most caught some, and a few caught a lot, and scattered in were a few real monsters that hit the scales.

The DFW has been showing us a touch of love and dropping a load of rainbows here and there which adds to filling up every nook and cranny with Pescado.

The water is warming and the lake is beginning to stratify and be fickle which will help suppress the algae bloom that seems to be hampering our visibility among other things.
Currently sinking Rapalas and leaded line used to sink a colorful needle fish are producing.

Drifting dough bait is always a great go-to if nothing else seems to be enticing a bite. We are not far away from the magical suspended fish slip bobbing extravaganza AKA "controlled depth fishing" which happens every summer when the lake layers (stratifies). The lake is warming fast and this will change everything. Lakes are like snowflakes and this one is melting fast.
Spring bass fishing has been phenomenal; we are seeing excellent size and numbers.

Crank baits and plastics are smoking them; super-hot bait is the smoke colored gitzit tube bates.

We are seeing a few catfish showing up along with a hand full of bullheads. Cut mackerel is
also a go-to along with the magic of anything that smells like feet.
The moment you all have been waiting for, the carp are up and everywhere. The spawn just keeps on going like an energizer bunny. Lots of folks are taking advantage of the early spawn and sharpening their skills for the greatest tournament on earth. The 14th annual Carp Round-up will be taking off without a hitch on the 17th and 18th of June. We are only taking the first 10,000 entrants so snooze you lose. Raffle is out of control this year everyone wins.

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2018 Fishing Tournaments and Derbies

May 18-20 - Big Bear Lake Spring Fishing Festival - Big Bear Lake Fishing Association
June 9-10 - Fishin' for $50k - Big Bear Visitor's Bureau
June 16-17 - 15th Annual Big Bear Lake Carp Round-Up - Big Bear Municipal Water District
June 22-24 - Fishing Association All Fish Tournament Series - Big Bear Lake Fishing Association
June 27-29 - Fishing Association All Fish Tournament Series - Big Bear Lake Fishing Association
August 17-19-Fishing Association All Fish Tournament Series-Big Bear Lake Fishing Association
September 14-16-Fishing Association All Fish Tournament Series-Big Bear Lake Fishing Association
October 6-7-Big Bear TroutFest-Western Outdoor News

Types of Fish

Rainbow trout is the most popular species of fish found in Big Bear Lake, as its depths allow rainbow trout to thrive,

even in the heat of summer. Summertime also brings other species to the lake like largemouth bass, channel catfish,

and a variety of panfish, which make great fishing for younger anglers.

Big Bear Lake is open for 2018 boating season and the lake is up over
five feet from last year. The Public Launch Ramps are open for all vessels,

motorized and non-motorized. Both ramps are located on the North Shore.
The East Ramp is close to Stanfield cutoff, near the Discovery Center and
the West Ramp is closer to the Big Bear Dam, west of Fawnskin.

Our six marinas have everything you need to have a great time on the lake.
Get your fishing license, fishing gear, bait and more. Rent a pontoon boat for
family fun or try a fishing boat for adventure exploring the fishing coves in
Big Bear Lake.

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5 BASS FISHING TRICKS TO USE NOW

Autumn bass fishing can put your catching skills to the test, but that's also part of the allure. Use these bass fishing tricks to catch more fish.

GO EARLY OR GO LATE

If you're wondering when to fish for bass during the Spring, the key is to get out on the water before sunrise or at sunset. So if you can't go early, plan to fish around dusk. The best times to fish for bass will be during the cooler periods of the day. This is one of the most important fundamentals of lake bass fishing for beginners.

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FISHING WEATHER FORECAST --- UPDATED

Weather forecast for Southwest Big Bear Lake - the week ahead

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Lake surface temperature is now near 45 degrees and falling (soon to freeze)

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Most current Big Bear Lake fishing and boating weather forecasts

Forecast valid for: 3 Miles SW Fawnskin CA. 34.23°N 116.96°W (Elev. 7049 ft).

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Fishing reports for Big Bear Lake -- archived from 2017

AUGUST - This is the easiest report I have ever put together because the fishing is that good and it really doesn't matter what I say, YOU WILL CATCH FISH. Currently Rapala and Needlefish are working well on the troll. The folks using the drift method have been very successful as well. Dough bait from the shoreline is always a good go-to this time of the year. The Lake is packaged full of beautiful trout right now and we are seeing some of the best fishing in a decade. The water is mixed so there is no honey hole at the present time however the fish are moving to the west as the water warms. So get out and try your luck and catch something for the grill. Bass fishing is good along the structure; we have seen a lot of fish in the three pound range. The carp have not shown their face as of yet but we hope to see sprinklings of uglys soon as the granddaddy tournament of them all is rapidly approaching. Get your registration in soon as we have blown this baby up this year to be the best ever.

FISHING TIP OF THE WEEK The water clarity is pretty good this time of year so use the lightest line you can, 4lb or less works for most applications.

Storm report and weather advisories
August 30, 2017 FISHING SHOULD BE GOOD IN BIG BEAR LAKE

Autumn has arrived in Big Bear. Cooler weather this month has kept

water temperature around 67. Fish are moving and on the move looking for food.

The trout are more spread out throughout the lake now.

When the water is in the low 60s is it prime time to go trout fishing.

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6 Fishing Knots to Get Your Started
There are many different types of fishing knots for different purposes. But don't be overwhelmed. To get started, try learning just two or three of these knots.

BIG BEAR LAKE RAINFALL TOTALS YEAR BY YEAR SINCE 1894
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Big Bear Lake Fishing Reports:

Point Forecast:2 Miles WSW Big Bear Lake CA
34.23°N 116.96°W (Approx. Elev. 7047 ft.)

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Fishing Reports for Golden Bear Cottages guests -------

FIRST FISHING TIP OF
THE YEAR 2017

We planted over a million fish last fall and trout fishing has already been very good with Department of Fish and Wildlife adding a few nice truckloads of good size Trout and Bass lately. We are seeing quite a few limits of respectable fish hitting the scales. The fish are scattered all over the massive body of water and working the surface when the sun is high in the sky with a big pile of metal flashy stuff and a crawler on your line always seems to work this time of the year. For shore fishing folks, the magical dough bait on a light lined leader with a sliding sinker will produce as always. I like the light colors of dough bait like white and the patriotic American flag; red, white, and blue as a go-to color when the water is cold. Besides, if you don't catch a fish it makes you feel like you are living the American dream.

P.S., Catfish are sleeping and bass are hibernating

-------------------------------------------------Archived fishing reports from Big Bear lake

2016 Final Fishing Report for Golden Bear Cottages guests -- NOVEMBER 7, 2016
This past week we covered the entire west end and majority of the rainbow trout were hitting along the north shore from Windy Point to the dam. Our depths were from the surface to 20 feet. All times of day have been good fishing and late afternoon tends to pick up particularly near dusk. Leaded lines at 3 to 4 colors and down riggers running from 3 to 6 feet and 13 to 15 feet most times. Flicker Shads on the surface, Needlefish, Dick Nites, Little Warriors and PK Lures proto type flies and flutter fish were the hottest lures of the week on leaded lines and night crawlers or various spoons on down riggers. The weather has been great with the exception of a few showers and a bit of lighting but as quick as it arrived it cleared out and fishing remained strong. In a three hour trip we caught 6-24 fish this past week so timing has been key to the fish count! Mornings are a bit hit and miss, mid day is fine and afternoon to dusk has been best.

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BIG BEAR LAKE RAINFALL TOTALS YEAR BY YEAR SINCE 1894

Date	Event
APRIL 1, 2017	Aaron's Bass Tournament APRIL
May 6, 2017	Aaron's Bass Tournament APRIL
May 6, 2017	Adopt-a-Shoreline Kick-Off
May 20-21, 2017	Hall Family May Trout Classic
June 3-4, 2017	Fishin' for $50K Trout Derby
June 3, 2017	ABC Safe Boating Class
June 10, 2017	Aaron's Bass Tournament JUNE
June 17-18, 2017	14th Annual Carp Round-up
July 1, 2017	Free Fishing Day
July 4, 2017	Fourth of July Fireworks
July 15, 2017	Aaron's Bass Tournament JULY
August 6, 2017	ABC Safe Boating Class
August 12, 2017	Aaron's Bass Tournament AUGUST
August 18-20, 2017	Antique & Classic Wooden Boat Show
September 2, 2017	Free Fishing Day
September 9 &10, 2017	Aaron's Bass Tournament 2-Day Finale
September 9 &10, 2017	Troutfest

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Congratulations to little Ms. Buckner, on catching a 13 lb. 4oz. Largemouth Bass today.

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APRIL UPDATE: El Niño update for 2016
The model predictions of ENSO for this Spring and beyond are indicating an 70%likelihood of El Niño for Spring and Summer 2015 (now 70%). This means more rain for Big Bear Lake, CA in the months ahead.

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Big Bear Lake is the best spot for trout fishing in Southern California.
Not only do you get a great day of fishing, but the scenery is superb!

Big Bear Lake Marinas - Contact Info:

Big Bear Marina - 500 Paine Ct., Big Bear Lake, CA (909) 866-3218

Captain John's Marina - 39369 North Shore Drive #350., Fawnskin, CA 92333-0350 (909) 866-6478.

Holloway's Marina - 398 Edgemoor Rd., Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 1-909-866-5706 (one mile from Golden bear Cottages)

Pine Knot Marina - 439 Pine Knot Blvd., Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 (909) 866-7766.

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