Mammoth Fishing at Crowley Lake- Sept 29 to Oct 1
LOCATION:
Crowley Lake Fish Camp
1149 S Landing Road
Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546
Event Summary
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Camping at Whiskey Bay Dry Campground
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12 campsites @ 4 people max
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7 RV sites @ 8 people max
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3 cabins (2 for 2 dads/4 daughters and 1 for 2 dads/2 daughters)
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Food is on each circle to procure/prepare except for Sat lunch (prepared for us).
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Meals can be prepared "expedition kitchen" style should that be chosen
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You need to obtain a fishing license. Supervised children do not need a license.
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You need to bring fishing gear. This is no bait fishing - lures and flies only. Suggestion is to use a single barbless hook on a lure.
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You can also leverage a fishing guide who can help with gear and how-to.
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Sample fishing gear:
Things Nearby
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Convict Lake (10 minutes)
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Mammoth Lakes (20 minutes)
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Bishop (30 minutes)
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June Lake (45 minutes)
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Bodie Ghost Town (1 hour)
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Devils Post Pile National Monument (1 hour)
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Yosemite National Park (2 hours)
Stuff to Pack
The weather looks to be low 50s as the high and low 30s as the low - it'll be cold. Plan accordingly and check the weather again before you leave.
This is a minimum list and somewhat subjective, so bring what makes sense for you and your daughter:
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Tent (w spikes and hammer to secure)
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Cots, Air Mattress, Sleeping Pads, etc
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Sleeping Bags (make sure it's rated for the temperature we'll be in)
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Pillows
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Blanket(s)
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Space Heater (Mr Heater works great)
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Camp Chairs
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Cooler for drinks and snacks
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Water
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Fishing Gear & License
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Vests
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Lanterns, Flashlights and Headlamps
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Extra Batteries
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Warm clothes/layers - gloves, beanies, hoodies, jackets, etc.
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Sunscreen
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Sunglasses
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Snuggle buddy for your daughter
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Toiletries (showers are unlikely, bring bath/camping wipes)
Event Schedule
Friday Night
Leave early! It's a 5-6 hour drive
Check In:
Dinner:
Saturday
Breakfast:
Lunch:
Dinner:
Campfire:
Midnight Meat:
Sunday
Check Out: 12pm
Breakfast:
Same time as Sat
Activities:
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Midnight Meat
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Campfire
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Boating - 10 boats will be available, they are included in your event pricing
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Fishing via lakeside or boat
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Fishing Contest - via photo, largest catch wins
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Kayaks are avail for rent. You are encouraged to call ahead Stu or Sue @ Caldera Kayaks (760) 934-1691 or email them.
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Paddleboard - bring your own
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Hiking - there are many trails nearby
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Emerald Lake Trail (2 miles)
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Crystal Lake Trail (3 miles)
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Convict Lake Loop (3 miles)
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Heart Lake Trail (3 miles)
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Devils Post Pile (3-5 miles)
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Rainbow Falls (3-5 miles)
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Sherwin Lakes Trail (5 miles)
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Shadow Lake Trail (8 miles)
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Duck Pass Trail (10 miles)
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Minaret Lake Trail (14 miles)
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