California DFG Stocks Bass Lake with 5,000 Pounds of Trout

Who: The Department of Fish and Game

When: Nov. 16 at 9 a.m.

Where: Ducey’s Ramp on the east side of Bass Lake

What: The Department of Fish of Game (DFG) will plant 5,000 pounds of rainbow trout at Bass Lake. The fish stocking caps PG&E’s two–year dam retrofit project completed in cooperation with DFG.

“Working together with outside organizations to reach a common goal where natural resources can be preserved while ensuring public safety needs are met is a win-win to me. I could not be happier with this cooperative effort and outcome,” said Dr. Andy Gordus, DFG Staff Toxicologist.

This is first of several trout stockings planned to enhance fishing opportunities at the lake. DFG will plant another 4,000 pounds of trout in December. Additionally, PG&E will be stocking trophy fish near the Christmas holiday.

Throughout the retrofit, DFG worked closely with PG&E to monitor water quality and ensure fisheries were not impacted. DFG also helped the company develop its own trout stocking plan to help with lost fishing opportunities over the last two years.

California Department of Fish and Wildlife

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is a department within the government of California, falling under its parent California Natural Resources Agency. The Department of Fish and Wildlife manages and protects the state's diverse fish, wildlife, plant resources, and native habitats. The department is also responsible for the diversified use of fish and wildlife including recreational, commercial, scientific and educational uses. The department also utilizes its law enforcement division to prevent and stop illegal poaching.