[jeffersons]

OK, Been to several boat dealers. Looked at lots of boats, took some for a test ride and am on the verge of pulling the trigger on the Nautic Star 1910 but have run into a disagreement in pricing. While working on that we went back and looked at a Blue Wave 1902 Evolution. It cost a little more but has hydraulic steering and stainless prop. The Nautic Star doesn't. The difference in cost is about what those two items would cost to upgrade on the Nautic Star. [links]

[motherhumper]

We've enjoyed our Shoalwater. Room for grandkids & can get skinny when just the 2 of us. Good luck & have fun.

[kavinaustin65]

If you are looking for new: Blue Wave, VIP Bay Stealth, Kenner, Sea Fox.

[birddump]

I've never had good very good luck with warranties. They always seem to find something in the small print that exempts them from covering. I also hate taking that depreciation hit, but that's me. [links]

[mar868lent]

Just a note to say Thank You for the trip. We had a grand time, and naturally, when the weather and the FISH cooperate, it’s all good! I had the pictures produced at Walmart, and I swear, Doug has it worn out already, showing all his buddies! Thanks again! From Kansas [links]

[Loki]

Blue Mesa Fishing Conditions/Report: it’s time to boat!

[MichaelWol]

The Lake Fork and Elk Creek boat ramps open April 16, 2021 with hours of 6 am to 8 pm! The lake is about 55′ low. The marinas are closed until May. As of right now, ti sounds as if the Rotary Club tournament is still ago the first weekend in May! Fishing reports coming as soon as we spend some time on the water!

[Vladimir]

Richard and I had a great day with you yesterday! Still can’t get over the size of the browns and rainbows and fun in the Canyon! Thanks for your assistance and expertise. Bagged and labeled the fish and plan on having some Salmon this evening!Will touch base with you about another trip and may take you up on getting some advice on lake fishing. Thanks for a great day. From Colorado [links]

[robcontact]

Hey this scott from the milligan fish catching party. Just hitting you up. Let me know when you start doing the ice fishing adventures. I would like to bring up my Dad and use you you as a guide sometime. Hey thanks again for the rocking fishing experience, I’m telling everybody in the Grand Valley about you man! From Colorado

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[m0mchil]

Low water years are typically marked by good fishing since there is less real estate for fish to hide across. The salmon numbers appear to be up drastically from 2020, which will also improve fishing! We are anticipating a great fishing summer for kokanee salmon, rainbow trout, brown trout, and yellow perch as long as we get the anticipated runoff. Low water years can be dangerous for the fishery if we have a hot summer as water temps can get higher than normal and oxygen levels can get lower than normal as we get later into the summer. Both of these factors can be harmful to the fish. The additional “X” factor is the gill lice that can and will infect at a higher rate with the lower water levels. With the help of the lake coming up from runoff and some rain, a lot of these issues can be minimized. We are looking forward to a great summer and look forward to seeing you all out there!

[iamjerrytorres]

Trout- the trout fishing has been excellent for brown trout and rainbow trout! Casting and trolling have both been productive. The brown trout have been really keyed in on the condensed crawdad population. Focus on rocky shorelines and trout will be nearby! more

[DJFC]

2021 Blue Mesa Fishing Forecast

[fflaguna]

Salmon- There seem to be schools of salmon all across the lake! Part of this is the bathtub effect, but overall the salmon numbers appear to be up from last year and so far we are seeing some salmon action! They have been hanging out from the surface down to 40′ most days, but don’t be afraid to try deeper if you see them on the sonar! more

[markm]

We are off and running for the 2021 season and so far the fishing has been great! We are currently seeing good action for all species! Surface temp is 48-54 degrees across the lake. Unfortunately, we are 65 feet low and still dropping. We have heard forecasts bringing the water level up into the 35-38 feet low range, but just hope the remaining snowpack will support this. PRAY for rain! The Elk Creek and Lake Fork boat ramps are open from 6 am to 8 pm. Elk Creek Marina is open.

[hebrew15]

Lake Trout- The spring Lake Trout window has not disappointed with some really nice fish showing up so far! The warmer water temps have started to push the lake trout towards deeper water. Lake trout in Blue Mesa typically take 10-12 years to grow to 30″ and then slow down to an average of 1″ per year after that point. These fish are a resource that takes time to restore so releasing lake trout over 30″ is very important! Lake trout can live to be 60 years old and be the “fish of a lifetime” for many people over its lifetime if released!