City of Columbia Missouri

P.O. BOX 6015
COLUMBIA, MO 65205

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

November 2, 2015

CONTACT: Tammy Miller, 874-7465

Winter Trout Fishing Program Open

(COLUMBIA, MO) -

Columbia Parks and Recreation has opened the annual winter trout fishing program at Cosmo-Bethel Park.

The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) recently stocked the lake at Cosmo-Bethel with trout for the program, with the goal of increasing fishing opportunities and species diversity in urban lakes.

All trout must be released, unharmed from November 1-January 31. Only artificial baits (no natural or scented baits) can be used during that time. After January 31, anglers can harvest trout under statewide regulations. A valid Missouri fishing permit is required.

The total cost of the winter trout fishing program ranges from $5,000-$6,000 depending on the number and size of trout stocked.

The winter trout program is administered in partnership with MDC and the Mid-Missouri Chapter of Trout Unlimited.

For more information, call Parks and Recreation at 874-7460 or the Missouri Department of Conservation at 884-6862. 



City of Columbia Vision
Columbia is the best place for everyone to live, work, learn and play.

City of Columbia Mission
To serve the public equitably through democratic, transparent and efficient government.

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