The Arizona Game and Fish Department’s Tucson Regional Office is conducting an Angler’s Roundtable in Sierra Vista from 7-9 p.m. Feb. 11 at the Big 5 Sporting Goods Store, 135 S. Highway 92.

This is an opportunity to find out what Game and Fish is doing, voice any concerns or questions, and talk about the angling opportunities in southern Arizona with fellow fisherman. Hope to see you there! For more information, contact Jason Kline at jkline@azgfd.gov or (520) 628-5376.

TUCSON URBAN — Scheduled for stocking with rainbow trout this week. Fishing for trout continues to be good to excellent at most Urban Fishing Program waters. Winter storms have invigorated the trout and anglers willing the brave the weather are rewarded with good action and little competition. Anglers using scented dough baits (such as Power Bait), worms fished under a bobber, or small trout lures have been successful.

Best times to fish for trout generally are early morning, but some anglers have reported excellent fishing late afternoon. Small spinners such as Rooster Tails and Panther Martins, or spoons such as Super Dupers are also working well for trout, especially during periods just before and after storms. Trout fishing is fair at Green Valley lakes in Payson with Power Bait and small flashy spinners working best. Lake waters at Green Valley (Payson) and Lakeside (Tucson) are brown colored and murky due to the high runoff from recent storms—making fishing tough.

RIGGS FLAT —Lake is closed for the season.

CLUFF RANCH — Stocked with 1,625 rainbow trout last week. For lake information call (928) 485-9430.

ROPER LAKE — Stocked with 625 rainbow trout last week. For lake information call (928) 428-6760.

DANKWORTH POND — Stocked with 750 rainbow trout last week. For lake information call (928) 428-6760.

FRYE MESA RESERVIOR – No recent reports.

KEARNY LAKES — The department is currently evaluating the possibility of stocking trout in this lake. No stockings have occurred yet. The golden alga is currently very active at the lake and this could stall efforts.

ARIVACA — Bass fishing has been slow with the cooler temperatures. However anglers are reporting some bass being caught with crank baits and Senkos. Jan. 1 marks a change in the motor restrictions at this lake. Motors 10 horsepower or less will now be legal for use at Arivaca. Remember that all bass must be immediately released back to the water.

PENA BLANCA – This lake was stocked with 2,250 trout last week. The mercury advisory for all warm water fish is in effect. Bass less than 13 inches long must be immediately released. The daily bag limit for bass is four. Also, be advised that Pena Blanca is not an urban lake; therefore an urban fishing license is invalid to fish at this lake. Jan. 1 marks a change in the motor restrictions at this lake. Motors 10 horsepower or less will now be legal for use at Pena Blanca.

PATAGONIA — No recent reports. The lake was stocked with 2,250 rainbow trout last week.

PARKER CANYON — The lake is full and it appears that the algae bloom has subsided. Fishing remains slow but there are plenty of trout to be caught. Early mornings and late evenings are producing fish.

PICACHO RESERVOIR — No Report.

ROSE CANYON LAKE — The access road is now closed for the season. Anglers can still access the lake by walking in.