The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service recently announced that New Mexico's state fish, the Rio Grande cutthroat trout, is no longer a candidate for listing under the Endangered Species Act. According to the report, aggressive conservation efforts by the department and its partners have enhanced or restored pure-strain native cutthroats in 127 streams that are open to public fishing. Rio Grande cutthroats now occupy about 700 miles of stream habitat. According to the commission's report, the most impressive restoration effort has been the ongoing project to restore pure-strain native cutthroats to the Rio Costilla watershed, which consists of more than ... Read More
November 19, 2014
The intrepid tiers of the Fly Tying Round Table, which have met every week since before recorded history, have begun to offer tying classes on the third Tuesday of every month, from 7-9pm. Each class will feature a specific fly to demonstrate some particular technique. An experienced tier will demonstrate the fly to the class while students follow the steps. Students can bring their own equipment or it will be provided. The lesson will include advice on how to fish the particular fly and the times and places in New Mexico where it would be a good choice. The first offering in October was a ... Read More
November 19, 2014
The club is in need of some folks to step forward and volunteer for the vice president position and the director for youth activities. The basic duties for the vice president position are to fill in at the monthly general meeting for the president when needed, to make arrangements for speakers for the general meeting, and attend monthly board meetings. The director of youth activities coordinates with various state, city, and other groups that serve youth should they want to have the kids to learn how to fly fish or learn how to tie flies. The club has a large number of members ... Read More
November 19, 2014
New Mexico Trout is proud to bring the Fly Fishing Film Tour to Albuquerque. Watch a variety of films, swap stories, and support conservation all at the same time.There will be refreshments and a raffle. The showing will be Friday, October 17 at 7pm at the South Broadway Cultural Center. Come early and join us for no-host happy hour, starting at 6:00. This is an exciting event for New Mexico to be hosting and we look forward to holding the event yearly. The Cultural Center is a great venue for viewing as it offers true theater style seating, a modern silver screen, and ... Read More
August 21, 2014
Late September or early November - annual BBQ at Sandia Lakes. We'll contact you with more details. October - General Meetings resume (second Tuesday of each month). October 17 - Fly Fishing Film Tour at South Broadway Cultural Center. November 15 - Fly Tyer's Symposium and Gear Swap at the Veterans Memorial. February 7, 2015 - Conclave at Albuquerque Garden Club Center on Lomas Blvd ... Read More
August 21, 2014
Text of the cover letter: Dear Friends and Neighbors: The Jemez Ranger District of the Santa Fe National Forest is proposing a project along the upper Rio Cebolla where it crosses Forest Road 376. The purpose of the project is to improve habitat for the New Mexico meadow jumping mouse. The enclosed attachment describes the project’s details. The responsible official for the project is the Jemez District Ranger, but Allan Setzer, Cuba District Ranger will take the lead on the project. We request your comments on this project. To be most helpful, please send your comments by August 10, 2014 ... Read More
July 11, 2014
Source: http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2014/07/03/new-mexico-ranching-family-tells-feds-dont-fence-us-out/ This photo shows livestock drinking from a watering hole, June 20, 2014, near Crystal, N.M.AP For more than a century, the Lucero family has grazed livestock in the majestic landscape near Fenton Lake in the Santa Fe National Forest. They started with sheep and, in the 1920s, switched to cattle. But that may all come to an end because of an endangered mouse. “You’re taking a lot of heritage away,” said Mike Lucero, as he looks over the creek that cuts through the meadow. He was accompanied by his brother Manuel and cousin Orlando, who have brought their family’s ... Read More
July 4, 2014
By Francis Peter, Youth Director Volunteers from New Mexico Trout conduct fly fishing clinics for youths (ages 8-16) and adults, allowing up to 20 participants the opportunity to fish the rivers on the Preserve. Participants spend a half day learning about equipment, tackle, knots, stream insect sampling and identification. Participants will have time to practice their casting in the morning and then head for the stream in the afternoon. Bring a lunch to enjoy along the stream and be prepared for weather. This activity is extremely popular, so sign up early. The Clinic schedule for 2014 is as follows: June ... Read More
June 10, 2014