The Mac Attack Fishing Contest that targets lake trout under 25 inches on Flaming Gorge is coming up in just a few weeks. “Angler harvest can be an effective tool for managing fisheries,” says John Walrath, Regional Fisheries Biologist for the Wyoming Game and Fish Department. “The Mac Attack Fishing Contest is a fun opportunity for anglers to do a little fisheries management by removing small lake trout while competing for numerous prizes. Last January, participants harvested and entered just over 900 small lake trout. This year, organizers hope participants will more than double that number.” The number of small lake trout in Flaming Gorge is estimated to be triple what it was in the 1980s at over 143,000 small lake trout today. If interested, put together a two to four-person team and have fun while helping the fishery. Participants will be competing for at least 32 prizes across eight categories. Registration is $50 per person. Find the rules and registration information online at Buckboard Marina’s webpage.
