As we move into the warmer summer months the fish in Convict Lake often move into the deeper water. This may be the case for the larger trout we stocked last week and I sure the trophy trout we are stocking next week will do the same. You will need to make sure you are getting access to the shelves and fishing in a little deeper water. You might want to consider getting out on the lake in a boat or float tube. I have seen some 3 1/2 pounders plus come out this week. I know there are still some 5 pounders waiting to be caught. Get out early or fish a few hour before dust to improve your chances.


Catch of the Week: Congratulations to Jim Hicks from La Mirada, CA with a lunker landed along the South Shore. He was using peach Powerbait when he scored this stout 4 pound 8 ounce rainbow. Great job Jim!


Tactics/Bait: The hottest lure last week was small jigs. More specific Gulp Worms and Micetail. Set up your rig with a large clear bubble, about a three foot leader and a single hook. I like using a Owner Mosquito Hook in either a size 8 or 6. For trolling or just casting from shore, a Tasmanian Devil is a great choice. Tops colors are yellow sunset, stinger and bloody ripper. In the creek give small spinners like a Panther Martins a try. The most successful Powerbait colors were peach and yellow. The Jetty, North and South Shore were the hottest spots this week. Other locations fishing well were the Inlet and Hangman's Tree.


Here is a list of other baits/lures that can be productive: Sierra Slammers, Tasmanian Devil, Green or brown Marvel Fly Lures, Trout Teasers, Panther Martin, NeedleFish, Rooster Tails, and Bite-on Fury Shad or Lip Ripperz Hatchery Dust on Powerbait.