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The water may be visible in the distance, but the main boat ramp and jetty remain above water, a reminder of Bonny Reservoir's glory days.

Bonny Reservoir offers nice catch of walleyes

May 6, 2016 at 3:20 p.m.

Bonny Reservoir offers nice catch of walleyes

All trailer-transported boats must be inspected for aquatic nuisance species, including zebra and quagga mussels, before they can be launched on most Colorado lakes, including Blue Mesa Reservoir, above.

Be prepared for boat inspection for nuisance species

May 6, 2016 at 3:34 p.m.

Be prepared for boat inspection for nuisance species

While a steady stream of traffic rushes by on Interstate 70, above, the Blue River offers a convenient escape and a variety of fishing opportunities.

Blue River in seasonal transition

May 6, 2016 at 2:12 p.m.

Blue River in seasonal transition

Trolling for kokanee salmon is a popular pursuit on Blue Mesa Reservoir near Gunnison.

Kokanee must run predatory gantlet

May 6, 2016 at 2:10 p.m.

Kokanee must run predatory gantlet

Knowing the lifecycle of BWO mayflies means successful fishing. A bead-head Pheasant Tail, bottom right, for the nymph stage; a Takahashi Baetis Emerger, bottom left; and an extended-body BWO Parachute dry fly, representing the adult stage.

Springtime fishing in Rockies produces a mixed bag, but satisfaction high

May 6, 2016 at 11:34 a.m.

Springtime fishing in Rockies produces a mixed bag, but satisfaction high

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Spinney’s opening day worth overnight wait

May 1, 2010 at 12:36 p.m.

Spinney's opening day worth overnight wait

Shore anglers and belly-boaters are reporting a limited winter kill at Antero Reservoir, which might open Saturday.

Signs of life at Antero

May 6, 2016 at 5:10 p.m.

Signs of life at Antero

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Despite $$$ cuts, DOW already stocking fish

April 27, 2010 at 2:01 p.m.

Despite $$$ cuts, DOW already stocking fish

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Fish kill ravages Nee Noshe, Nee Gronde

April 24, 2010 at 1:54 p.m.

Fish kill ravages Nee Noshe, Nee Gronde

Tyler Loomis and Taylor Koenig, left, try their luck with spinning lures at Chatfield Reservoir. The lake is within a state park with full amenities and requires an annual or daily parks pass to enter. Photo by Karl Licis, Special to the Denver Post

Fishing variety a lure at Chatfield

May 6, 2016 at 4:56 p.m.

Fishing variety a lure at Chatfield