Sedona AZ (November 12, 2013) – The quiet and solitude associated with angling can often be met with frustration when the fish aren’t biting. With area lakes winter stocking schedule underway, the Arizona Game and Fish Department has plans to enhance opportunities for anglers success.

Watson, Goldwater, Lynx, and Fain lakes in the Prescott area are all receiving new stock:  Watson received rainbow trout last week, Goldwater was stocked this week, and Fain and Lynx are both set to receive trout next week.

The area stockings will continue periodically through February 2014.

“It is a great time to wet a line,” said Matt Chmiel, fisheries program manager for the Game and Fish Region 3 office in Kingman.

Chmiel said he understands the frustration some trout anglers experience during the summer months but now that the water temperatures are down fishing should pick up, then added, “Going out in the morning may help people avoid the crowds.”

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Chmiel suggested small spinners and Power Bait, although marshmallows can work. He pointed out two popular spots at Watson Lake to cast a line are at the new and old launch areas, which provide the easiest access.

“Fishing is just a great way to relax and spend some time with the family with few interruptions,” Chmiel said. “Getting kids outside and away from the computers helps create an important connection with the outdoors.”

Other species available in all four lakes include largemouth bass, sunfish, channel catfish, and crayfish. Watson Lake also has opportunities to hook crappie.

To explore the Game and Fish interactive boating and fishing site, visit www.azgfd.gov/fishandboat.