Today [Friday May 31] a big stocking load of monster blue catfish weighing from 20 to over 40 pounds was stocked into Irvine Lake, a week ahead of the original schedule. The huge fish were overcrowding the fish farm where they originated, and had to be moved right now! Anglers are reminded that release is mandatory for all catfish and sturgeon over 20 pounds. Anglers releasing fish over 20 pounds will receive a free admission pass to the lake, and anglers releasing fish over 50 pounds will receive a free admission pass and motor boat rental certificate. Fish must be brought TO THE BOAT DOCK [not the Pro Shop] for verification by lake staff.
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The 14th annual "Hooked on Fishing, Not on Drugs" free children's fishing event in Chico will take place tomorrow [Saturday June 2] from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Horseshoe Lake in Upper Bidwell Park. Some 10,000 pounds of catfish will be planted, to be sure that every child has the chance to catch a fish [limit one fish per child]. The will be a separate area for very young anglers age 1 to 5, and fish cleaning is also available.......
