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Pend Oreille LakeNorthern Idaho   Over the years, the biology of the lake has changed considerably. In the late 1800's Lake Superior Whitefish were introduced, followed by Eastern Brook Trout. The Brookies eventually went on to out compete and displace the native Cutthroat trout in many tributaries. In the 1920's Lake Trout were introduced to the lake as well. The Kokanee Salmon moved into the lake in the 1930's from Flathead Lake in Montana and displaced the native Whitefish. Various warm water species have also been introduced and now Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Crappie, Northern Pike, Tiger Muskie, Yellow Perch and Pumpkinseed are just some of the species that can be found hiding in these waters. Of course I can't forget to mention that there is also Northern Pike Minnow, or Squaw Fish as it is know to those who won't bow to political correctness. The largest danger to the overall biology of the lake however is the Corps of Engineers that drop the water level in the Fall and Winter. This disturbs many spawning beds and has been an issue of contention for many years. The big fishing story for Pend Oreille Lake is the Kamloops and Makinaw fishing. Pend Oreille turns out some massive fish. In fact Bernie Taylor in his book Big Trout ranks it as one of the best places in the country to catch trophy trout! Gerrard strain Rainbow Trout were introduced in the 1920's and have done well for themselves eating the Kokanee. Twice a year there is a tournament for these big fish put on by LPOIC and it turns out some decent fish every year. The Fall 2005 competition topped out with a 20lb. 10oz. Rainbow in the number one spot. |
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