I've been fly fishing in Colorado for about 3 years but almost always on catch and release bodies of water and always for trout. I'd like to start keeping some of my catch, where legal, but have some pretty dumb questions. I've also recently picked up a personal pontoon boat outfitted with an electric motor with the help of this forum so thanks for that.
Here are my questions, I'm sure opinions will vary so feel free to give me yours.
- What catchable fish in Colorado are considered good eating?
- What size fish is usually considered good for keeping and eating. Reading through the forum it seems really small or really large fish are poor form to keep. Is there some sweet spot size wise for good eating and being considerate of the ecosystem?
- What are some of the best bodies of water in the state for someone interested in fishing for meat? I am in Littleton Colorado.
- Anything else a newbie should be mindful of when it comes to keeping your catch.
Thanks!
Here are my questions, I'm sure opinions will vary so feel free to give me yours.
- What catchable fish in Colorado are considered good eating?
- What size fish is usually considered good for keeping and eating. Reading through the forum it seems really small or really large fish are poor form to keep. Is there some sweet spot size wise for good eating and being considerate of the ecosystem?
- What are some of the best bodies of water in the state for someone interested in fishing for meat? I am in Littleton Colorado.
- Anything else a newbie should be mindful of when it comes to keeping your catch.
Thanks!