11 MILE MARINA WEEKLY FISHING REPORT 11.24.22

“ITS ABOUT THE CATCHING”

HAPPY THANKSGIVING

STORE HOURS: NOVEMBER SATURDAY/SUNDAY 8:00AM TO 4:00PM

STARTING DECEMBER 1: MONDAY - FRIDAY 8:00AM TO 4:00PM SATURDAY - SUNDAY 7:00AM TO 4:00PM

We will be open November 25, 26 and 27th come out for a visit 8:00AM to 4:00PM

FRIDAY IS CO BREATHE FREE DAY ALL STATE PARKS FREE ADMISSION

ICE REPORT: As of 11.28.22 Lake is 70% ice capped. Strong winds out of the West have done significant damage to the ice cap. Open water from west side of Goose Island all the way past North Shore. All the ice from Marina area to Howbert is gone. West side by Cross Creek has not shown open water but given the wind situation things could change for the worse. We will post conditions as they develop. EXTREME caution advised if you are heading out. It’s an early ice on we are not in a hurry next week is fine with us. Temps have not been conducive to building mass add the wind and its not pretty. It’s suppose to get cold again for a couple days but if the wind doesn’t calm down ice can’t form. Early ice makes sounds that curdle the blood of many new to ice fishing and sends a chill down the spine of even the most experienced. Can you say Ice Quake! Smart early ice adventurers bring some rope, Type 4 throw-able, SPD and a PFD vest wouldn’t hurt unless you are wearing coat and bibs with flotation technology. BE SAFE

HOT BLACK FRIDAY SPECIAL: Our BLACK FRIDAY SPECIAL is rent a boat for 2023 at 2022 pricing and get HALF OFF. Choose a date or don’t and make it later but no guarantees for any specific date and time if you make it later. Friday Saturday Sunday ONLY!! In Store Or Over The Phone ONLY!! SORRY NO ONLINE. You can also e-mail us at elevenmile@hotmail.com and we will put you in the que and call you back. Some restrictions apply.

WATERDOGS: Waterdogs have been a hot bait for PIKE through the ice. We have made predictions before regarding supply issues on certain products as things have been challenging the last two years. We don’t see good news on waterdogs moving forward. Drought conditions in critical areas and early freeze will more than likely restrict supply overall. We just got some in and anticipate there being a supply in the early part of the season. But when they’re gone the right size will be near impossible to get. Bring your bait bucket and put them up..they last a long time.

CURRENT CONDITIONS: Dry conditions, dusting of new snow on the ground. Open water around North Shore including the little boat cove which is hard to believe as it usually goes first. Weather report for weekend looks pretty good. It has been cold with most morning temps at zero and single digits although last night was mild at 19.. It has been more mild during the day the last few days. If there is ice and open water there are usually Bald Eagles fishing the edges..quite a site. Bring your binocs if you travel this way this weekend could be great Eagle viewing as we do not see the open water freezing all the way over the next few days

Weather Station: Although we got our on site live weather station working as seen below we have had technical issues with the camera feed and still have not solved the problem.

ELEVEN MILE STATE PARK IS LOCATED IN THE SOUTH PARK NATIONAL HERITAGE AREA

WATER FLOW: 112 CFS IN 109 CFS OUT

SPINNEY MOUNTAIN STATE PARK: Closed for the Season. As those of you that fished Spinney toward the end you saw great action and unprecedented drops in water level. You could watch it going down as you fished sometimes. At above flows and little coming in its still dropping

EAGLE CLAW COLORADO CLASSIC ICE FISHING TOURNAMENT 2023: January 14 Grand Slam, February 11 South Park Ice Masters, March 11 Marina March Madness. Go to contest page for info and details. Sign up now gor to “REGISTER NOW” BOX below. You can also sign up in the Marina Store any time. NEW TWIST: for the 20th Anniversary. ANY TEAM THAT WINS FIRST PLACE IN ALL THREE SPECIE at the GRAND SLAM WILL BE PAID A BONUS $1,000.00. We will increase that by $1,000.00 next year and every year thereafter if no one wins. We have had teams place in all three but none have ever taken first in all three categories.

BREAKWATER UPDATE: We just received written notice that the new wave attenuation system is planned to be installed April 24, 25, 26, 2023

MARINA STORE AND LAKE SPECIALISTS: Camping, Fishing Equipment, Flies, Lures, Bait, Clothing, Food, Snacks, Drinks, Ice Cream and official purveyors of Boars Head brand products. Stop in and find out how we can help you catch. Get a topo map. They say information is gold. It's also critical to catching fish on the ice. The maps have GPS coordinates on them so you just can't miss. We want you to be successful here at the Mile. Get a map we will MARK IT UP with the hot spots. WE ARE HERE FISHING EVERYDAY AND CAN PUT YOU ON THE FISH.

PIC # 1: 12.27.22

PIC # 2: Kastmasters have been one of the most effective lures year in and year out here at Eleven Mile and Spinney. According to ACME TACKLE we are #1 in retail sales in the USA. We carry a large selection more than other stores. This Winter we also have the RatteMaster which has been redesigned, The D-Chain which was very effective last year, the BaitFish patterns and the new last year DR which stands for Drop Rate. This lure packs a heavy punch in a small profile with a high density tungsten body resulting in 2x the drop rate. New color patterns all have UV Glow paint. The new Wonderbread color pattern looks like it will be a hot one. Its worth checking out our fantastic selection they are just awesome in the Winter!

PIC # 3: We have a great selection of St. Croix ice fishing rods and combo’s “Greatest Rods on Earth”

PIC # 4: Points West toward Stoll Mountain

PIC # 5: Happy Thanksgiving. Caught 11.23.22/ 3:30 PM Lbc

TROUT: GOOD TO VERY GOOD: The last few days from shore have been hot at certain times mostly late afternoon and sundown. Limited areas you can fish but North Shore and Coyote Ridge still have open water in some shoreline areas. We suspect they will still be open the next few days. The bites occur sporadically but they are strong when they occur. We have been jigging although flies, lures and bait can all catch.

KOKANEE SALMON: NO REPORT

NORTHERN PIKE: NO REPORT

SPECIAL NOTE: 11 Mile Marina is located at the North Shore in Eleven Mile State Park, Lake George Colorado. A CPW Park Pass is required on all vehicles entering the Park.  Any fees for Guide/Outfitter/Rental services do not include Park fees, CO fishing license or gratuities.

The WEEKLY FISHING REPORT is produced by fishermen for fishermen. We try to get it done every Thursday but some times fishing or life gets in the way. So if its not there on Thursday morning it will show up by Friday. We appreciate all the support and acknowledge that many of you won't miss a week but every now and then we might. CLICK SUPPORT THE REPORT TO HELP OUT Be Safe. Fish On!

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