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(Replace this first paragraph with a brief description of your new category. This guidance will appear in the category selection area, so try to keep it below 200 characters.) Use the following paragraphs for a longer d… --- ## [ICE-FISHING CLINIC SCHEDULED FOR CRAWFORD RESERVOIR](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/ice-fishing-clinic-scheduled-for-crawford-reservoir/235826)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2014, 11:10am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/ice-fishing-clinic-scheduled-for-crawford-reservoir/235826 "2014-06-03T11:10:57Z")
CRAWFORD, Colo. - Whether you’re a novice or experienced there’s always more to learn about ice fishing. Anglers are invited to join Colorado Parks and Wildlife for an ice-fishing clinic, Jan. 11 at Crawford State Park. … --- ## [ICE-FISHING CLINIC SCHEDULED FOR CRAWFORD RESERVOIR](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/ice-fishing-clinic-scheduled-for-crawford-reservoir/230193)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 29, 2013, 12:10pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/ice-fishing-clinic-scheduled-for-crawford-reservoir/230193 "2013-12-29T12:10:04Z")
CRAWFORD, Colo. - Whether you’re a novice or experienced there’s always more to learn about ice fishing. Anglers are invited to join Colorado Parks and Wildlife for an ice-fishing clinic, Jan. 11 at Crawford State Park. … --- ## [Colorado G&F Makes OUI Arrests on Colorado River ](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/colorado-g-f-makes-oui-arrests-on-colorado-river/229021)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2013, 12:10pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/colorado-g-f-makes-oui-arrests-on-colorado-river/229021 "2013-12-10T12:10:40Z")
KINGMAN, Ariz. – A recent Operating Under the Influence checkpoint on the Colorado River resulted in six arrests and found 32 percent of operators had consumed alcohol. Arizona Game and Fish, Mohave County Sheriff’s Dep… --- ## [Lake Pueblo State Park swim beach closed through the weekend](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/lake-pueblo-state-park-swim-beach-closed-through-the-weekend/229025)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2013, 12:10pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/lake-pueblo-state-park-swim-beach-closed-through-the-weekend/229025 "2013-12-10T12:10:40Z")
PUEBLO, Colo. - The Rock Canyon Day-Use Area swim beach at Lake Pueblo State Park will be closed through the weekend due to heavy rains and flooding. The rain storm in the Pueblo area on Wednesday caused flooding, standi… --- ## [Colorado Reminds Paddleboarders to Wear PFDs ](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/colorado-reminds-paddleboarders-to-wear-pfds/229012)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2013, 12:10pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/colorado-reminds-paddleboarders-to-wear-pfds/229012 "2013-12-10T12:10:40Z")
DENVER - With the increasing popularity of stand-up paddleboards on local rivers and state park reservoirs, Colorado Parks and Wildlife remind users that they are considered hand-powered vessels and are subject to the sa… --- ## [Colorados Lake Pueblo S.P. Issues Safety Advisory](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/colorados-lake-pueblo-s-p-issues-safety-advisory/229016)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2013, 12:10pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/colorados-lake-pueblo-s-p-issues-safety-advisory/229016 "2013-12-10T12:10:40Z")
PUEBLO, Colo. - The staff at Lake Pueblo State Park is asking people to use extreme caution in and around the Arkansas River below Pueblo Reservoir due to highly fluctuating flows. The warning pertains to tubers, kayaker… --- ## [LAKE PUEBLO STATE PARK OFFERS LITTLE NATURALIST AND STAR-GAZING PROGRAMS](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/lake-pueblo-state-park-offers-little-naturalist-and-star-gazing-programs/229018)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2013, 12:10pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/lake-pueblo-state-park-offers-little-naturalist-and-star-gazing-programs/229018 "2013-12-10T12:10:40Z")
PUEBLO, Colo. - Lake Pueblo State Park is offering programs for kids ages 4-8 and their parents designed to inspire young children to embrace nature and to encourage children and parents to enjoy the outdoors together. E… --- ## [Island Acres restricts camping to hard-sided only due to bear activity](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/island-acres-restricts-camping-to-hard-sided-only-due-to-bear-activity/229017)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2013, 12:10pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/island-acres-restricts-camping-to-hard-sided-only-due-to-bear-activity/229017 "2013-12-10T12:10:40Z")
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. - Effective immediately, Colorado Parks and Wildlife has restricted the James M. Robb Colorado River State Park - Island Acres Section to hard-sided camping only due to concerns about a bear that ha… --- ## [Family Fishing Events June 8 in Denver ](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/family-fishing-events-june-8-in-denver/229020)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2013, 12:10pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/family-fishing-events-june-8-in-denver/229020 "2013-12-10T12:10:40Z")
DENVER - Colorado Parks and Wildlife invites the whole family to get outdoors at the National Get Outdoors Day on Saturday, June 8, at City Park in Denver. Activities begin at 9 a.m. and run until 4 p.m. The agency will… --- ## [FUN ACTIVITIES SCHEDULED AT BOYD LAKE IN AUGUST](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/fun-activities-scheduled-at-boyd-lake-in-august/229019)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2013, 12:10pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/fun-activities-scheduled-at-boyd-lake-in-august/229019 "2013-12-10T12:10:40Z")
LOVELAND, Colo. -Boyd Lake State Park is pleased to announce its August program schedule. From campfire talks to fishing clinics, Boyd Lake State Park has something for everyone. All programs and their materials are free… --- ## [CLEAR CREEK STREAM FISHING 201 AUGUST 11](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/clear-creek-stream-fishing-201-august-11/229013)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2013, 12:10pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/clear-creek-stream-fishing-201-august-11/229013 "2013-12-10T12:10:40Z")
DENVER – Intermediate anglers who want to improve their stream fishing technique are invited to register for a small fishing clinic to be held on Clear Creek in Jefferson County on Sunday August 11. Participants will le… --- ## [FIBArk Celebrates 65 Years in Salida, Colorado, Starting Thursday ](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/fibark-celebrates-65-years-in-salida-colorado-starting-thursday/229022)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2013, 12:10pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/fibark-celebrates-65-years-in-salida-colorado-starting-thursday/229022 "2013-12-10T12:10:40Z")
SALIDA, COLO. - The nation’s oldest river event comes to the banks of the Arkansas River this Thursday-Sunday when Salida hosts the 65th annual FIBArk Whitewater Festival presented Eddyline Brewing. This celebration of … --- ## [Clear Creek Stream Fishing 201 August 11](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/clear-creek-stream-fishing-201-august-11/229014)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2013, 12:10pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/clear-creek-stream-fishing-201-august-11/229014 "2013-12-10T12:10:40Z")
DENVER – Intermediate anglers who want to improve their stream fishing technique are invited to register for a small fishing clinic to be held on Clear Creek in Jefferson County on Sunday August 11. Participants will le… --- ## [Clear Creek Outdoor Skills Day August 10](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/clear-creek-outdoor-skills-day-august-10/229015)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2013, 12:10pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/clear-creek-outdoor-skills-day-august-10/229015 "2013-12-10T12:10:40Z")
DENVER - Clear Creek families are encouraged to join Colorado Parks and Wildlife and its partners for a day of fishing, shooting, and wildlife recreation at the Easter Seals Camp in Empire, Saturday, August 10. This eve… --- ## [FAMILY "CAST, BLAST AND TWANG" TO BE HELD IN CRAIG](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/family-cast-blast-and-twang-to-be-held-in-craig/229024)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2013, 12:10pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/family-cast-blast-and-twang-to-be-held-in-craig/229024 "2013-12-10T12:10:40Z")
CRAIG, Colo. - Colorado Parks and Wildlife, in cooperation with the Northwest Colorado Outfitters Chapter, Yampa Valley Chapter of Safari Club International and the Wyman Museum, will host a free “Cast, Blast and Twang”… --- ## [Fish Salvage at Colorados Henry Lake ](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/fish-salvage-at-colorados-henry-lake/229023)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2013, 12:10pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/fish-salvage-at-colorados-henry-lake/229023 "2013-12-10T12:10:40Z")
COLORADO SPRINGS – Colorado Parks and Wildlife authorized a public fish salvage beginning June 1 at Henry Lake, northeast of Ordway in Crowley County. The salvage was authorized because the lake is being drained and loss… --- ## [ELKHEAD STATE PARK RESERVOIR OPENS TO BOATING](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/elkhead-state-park-reservoir-opens-to-boating/229011)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2013, 12:10pm UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/elkhead-state-park-reservoir-opens-to-boating/229011 "2013-12-10T12:10:40Z")
CRAIG, Colo. - Colorado Parks and Wildlife has opened the reservoir at Elkhead State Park to boaters with the boat ramp scheduled to open Saturday, May 25 at 6:30 a.m. Boating enthusiast can head to the “oasis in the hig… --- ## [Lake Pueblo State Park swim beach closed through the weekend](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/lake-pueblo-state-park-swim-beach-closed-through-the-weekend/225235)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2013, 11:10am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/lake-pueblo-state-park-swim-beach-closed-through-the-weekend/225235 "2013-08-09T11:10:10Z")
PUEBLO, Colo. - The Rock Canyon Day-Use Area swim beach at Lake Pueblo State Park will be closed through the weekend due to heavy rains and flooding. The rain storm in the Pueblo area on Wednesday caused flooding, standi… --- ## [Clear Creek Outdoor Skills Day August 10](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/clear-creek-outdoor-skills-day-august-10/225234)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2013, 11:10am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/clear-creek-outdoor-skills-day-august-10/225234 "2013-08-09T11:10:10Z")
DENVER - Clear Creek families are encouraged to join Colorado Parks and Wildlife and its partners for a day of fishing, shooting, and wildlife recreation at the Easter Seals Camp in Empire, Saturday, August 10. This eve… --- ## [FUN ACTIVITIES SCHEDULED AT BOYD LAKE IN AUGUST](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/fun-activities-scheduled-at-boyd-lake-in-august/224890)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2013, 11:10am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/fun-activities-scheduled-at-boyd-lake-in-august/224890 "2013-07-30T11:10:06Z")
LOVELAND, Colo. -Boyd Lake State Park is pleased to announce its August program schedule. From campfire talks to fishing clinics, Boyd Lake State Park has something for everyone. All programs and their materials are free… --- ## [CLEAR CREEK STREAM FISHING 201 AUGUST 11](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/clear-creek-stream-fishing-201-august-11/224775)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2013, 11:10am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/clear-creek-stream-fishing-201-august-11/224775 "2013-07-28T11:10:06Z")
DENVER – Intermediate anglers who want to improve their stream fishing technique are invited to register for a small fishing clinic to be held on Clear Creek in Jefferson County on Sunday August 11. Participants will le… --- ## [Clear Creek Stream Fishing 201 August 11](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/clear-creek-stream-fishing-201-august-11/224727)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2013, 11:10am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/clear-creek-stream-fishing-201-august-11/224727 "2013-07-27T11:10:15Z")
DENVER – Intermediate anglers who want to improve their stream fishing technique are invited to register for a small fishing clinic to be held on Clear Creek in Jefferson County on Sunday August 11. Participants will le… --- ## [Island Acres restricts camping to hard-sided only due to bear activity](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/island-acres-restricts-camping-to-hard-sided-only-due-to-bear-activity/224728)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2013, 11:10am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/island-acres-restricts-camping-to-hard-sided-only-due-to-bear-activity/224728 "2013-07-27T11:10:15Z")
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. - Effective immediately, Colorado Parks and Wildlife has restricted the James M. Robb Colorado River State Park - Island Acres Section to hard-sided camping only due to concerns about a bear that ha… --- ## [Colorado Reminds Paddleboarders to Wear PFDs ](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/colorado-reminds-paddleboarders-to-wear-pfds/224270)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 16, 2013, 11:10am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/colorado-reminds-paddleboarders-to-wear-pfds/224270 "2013-07-16T11:10:11Z")
DENVER - With the increasing popularity of stand-up paddleboards on local rivers and state park reservoirs, Colorado Parks and Wildlife remind users that they are considered hand-powered vessels and are subject to the sa… --- ## [FIBArk Celebrates 65 Years in Salida, Colorado, Starting Thursday ](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/fibark-celebrates-65-years-in-salida-colorado-starting-thursday/223167)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 19, 2013, 11:10am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/fibark-celebrates-65-years-in-salida-colorado-starting-thursday/223167 "2013-06-19T11:10:12Z")
SALIDA, COLO. - The nation’s oldest river event comes to the banks of the Arkansas River this Thursday-Sunday when Salida hosts the 65th annual FIBArk Whitewater Festival presented Eddyline Brewing. This celebration of … --- ## [Colorados Lake Pueblo S.P. Issues Safety Advisory](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/colorados-lake-pueblo-s-p-issues-safety-advisory/223165)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 19, 2013, 11:10am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/colorados-lake-pueblo-s-p-issues-safety-advisory/223165 "2013-06-19T11:10:12Z")
PUEBLO, Colo. - The staff at Lake Pueblo State Park is asking people to use extreme caution in and around the Arkansas River below Pueblo Reservoir due to highly fluctuating flows. The warning pertains to tubers, kayaker… --- ## [Colorado G&F Makes OUI Arrests on Colorado River ](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/colorado-g-f-makes-oui-arrests-on-colorado-river/223166)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 19, 2013, 11:10am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/colorado-g-f-makes-oui-arrests-on-colorado-river/223166 "2013-06-19T11:10:12Z")
KINGMAN, Ariz. – A recent Operating Under the Influence checkpoint on the Colorado River resulted in six arrests and found 32 percent of operators had consumed alcohol. Arizona Game and Fish, Mohave County Sheriff’s Dep… --- ## [FAMILY "CAST, BLAST AND TWANG" TO BE HELD IN CRAIG](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/family-cast-blast-and-twang-to-be-held-in-craig/222819)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 12, 2013, 11:10am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/family-cast-blast-and-twang-to-be-held-in-craig/222819 "2013-06-12T11:10:11Z")
CRAIG, Colo. - Colorado Parks and Wildlife, in cooperation with the Northwest Colorado Outfitters Chapter, Yampa Valley Chapter of Safari Club International and the Wyman Museum, will host a free “Cast, Blast and Twang”… --- ## [ELKHEAD STATE PARK RESERVOIR OPENS TO BOATING](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/elkhead-state-park-reservoir-opens-to-boating/222818)
**Author:** [@FishNews](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/u/FishNews)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 12, 2013, 11:10am UTC](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/t/elkhead-state-park-reservoir-opens-to-boating/222818 "2013-06-12T11:10:11Z")
CRAIG, Colo. - Colorado Parks and Wildlife has opened the reservoir at Elkhead State Park to boaters with the boat ramp scheduled to open Saturday, May 25 at 6:30 a.m. Boating enthusiast can head to the “oasis in the hig… [Next page](https://forum.bigfishtackle.com/c/colorado-fishing-forum/colorado-fishing-news/134.md?page=1)