Bait Fishing Basics

In this "Quick Tips" video, you will learn how to set up a slip-sinker rig for bottom fishing with worms and Powerbait, and how to suspend bait off the bottom using a bobber.

“Quick Tip” — Bait Fishing Basics

‘Quick Tip’ Video: Bait-Fishing Basics

Fishing with bait is one of the most productive methods for catching fish. It’s also one of the most popular. According to surveys conducted by Colorado Parks and Wildlife, nearly half of the state’s anglers fish with bait. In this “Quick Tips” video, you will learn how to set up a slip-sinker rig for bottom fishing with worms and Powerbait, and how to suspend bait off the bottom using a bobber.

Video: From the Field to the Table: Fried Trout and ‘Bang Bang Sauce.’ Produced and prepared by Jerry Neal/CPW.

Field to the Table

Fried Trout and ‘Bang Bang Sauce’

In this "From the Field to the Table" video, we'll demonstrate how to cook fried trout. This recipe uses buttermilk and mashed potato flakes to create a tasty and crispy crust that's sure to please the entire family. You'll also learn how to make "Bang Bang Sauce," a great topping for shrimp and fish made famous by the Bonefish Grill.

Angler with Walleye

Need a Fishing License?

Annual fishing licenses are valid from March 1 through March 31 (13 months). CPW provides a range of options for anglers, from the annual fishing license to the one-day fishing license. ​Youth under the age of 16 fish for free.