spring fishing at lmvthe trout are biting

lmva marine appreciation day

Springtime fishing at LMV this year will see an influx of trout being stocked with two batches of fish from Chaulk Mound Trout Farm on

2/24 and 3/16, sandwiching a Mt. Lassen stock on 3/8/16. These March stockings provide ample fishing opportunities for LMV anglers. Trout anglers have once again enjoyed a spectacular winter fishing season. The two trout suppliers have provided both quality and quantity of trout to LMV over the past 4 months. Check out the photos of 3 beautiful fish taken this season adjacent to this article.

As the days lengthen and the water warms, the trout make their way to the deeper areas of the lake. These fish prefer water under 70 degrees which can be found into the summer at depths of up to 60 feet in the lake. Power Bait or night crawlers fished deep or trolling small lures on lead core line rigs in the deeper waters are often successful methods to attract the wary trout.

An unexpected spawn of bass in the spring of 2015 combined with the stocking of both fathead minnows and Golden Shiners as feed for these fish has raised hope for a resurgence of a bass fishery at LMV. A number of healthy adult bass have been spotted along with thousands of fry from their spring spawn which have been seen across the lake. On May 13, 2015 master lake angler George Coniglio caught and released a 65 cm (25.6”) largemouth bass which has been certified by the International Game Fish Association as a World Record for length. Check out George’s catch at www.dominionlures.com. Stay tuned as Lake Staff continue to work to return LMV to the glory days of bass fishing.

On Saturday, May14 LMVA along with the City of Mission Viejo Marine Adoption Committee are making plans to host the Headquarters battalion from Camp Pendleton to a day at LMV. This will be the 9th annual Marine Appreciation Day event where marines and their families can relax and enjoy lots of LMV style recreation combined with a barbecue lunch. The Marines of Casta del Sol and the Palmia Veterans show off their culinary skills by manning the barbecues. A host of volunteers work hard to make this a special day for everyone who participates. Members who wish to volunteer are encouraged to call the Lake Services Office at (949) 770-1313 ext. 200

on sunday, Jan. 3rd, 6-year-old miss emma eldred landed this 7 lb., 7 oz. rainbow by herself while fishing with dad along the north beach swim line, just outside the marina. the fish was caught on 4 lb test line and took a chartreuse power Worm. this was emma’s last cast of the day and her biggest fish at lmv!

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delegates WantedLMVA Delegates held a Special Meeting on February 9, 2016 and voted to amend the LMVA Bylaws. The amendment now requires members to own property in the delegate district they represent. This has opened 43 delegate positions in the association districts. If you have ever wanted to serve as an LMVA delegate, now is the time. The following districts are currently open. If you own property in one of these districts and are interested in serving as a delegate, please refer to the contact information below for details in regard to delegate elections coming up this fall. Non-sub Association Districts must have 25% of the voting power of the district to conduct business and elect a delegate. Sub Associations elect their own delegates at their individual annual meetings.

non sub associationsDistrict 2 La PazDistrict 3 La PazDistrict 4 CoronadoDistrict 5 Casta del SolDistrict 6 BarcelonaDistrict 7 BarcelonaDistrict 8 El DoradoDistrict 10 El DoradoDistrict 12 Deane HomesDistrict 14 MadridDistrict 15 El DoradoDistrict 16 MadridDistrict 17 CordovaDistrict 18 CastilleDistrict 19 Castille/MadridDistrict 20 CastilleDistrict 21 Aliso Villas – 1District 22 Aliso Villas – 2District 23 SevilleDistrict 24 La ManchaDistrict 25 CastilleDistrict 26 Madrid del LagoDistrict 27 CordovaDistrict 30 Casta del SolDistrict 31 MontielDistrict 32 CordovaDistrict 35 Cresta VerdeDistrict 36 Madrid del LagoDistrict 38 CordovaDistrict 39 Casta del SolDistrict 41 BriarwoodDistrict 44 Montiel/GaliciaDistrict 49 CastilleDistrict 50 GaliciaDistrict 53 Cortez

sub associationsDistrict 51 El MiradorDistrict 52 ValenciaDistrict 54 Las PalmasDistrict 59 Emerald PointDistrict 65 Rainbow RidgeDistrict 76 California Court

These districts are unrepresented at this time. It is important to maintain good delegate representation throughout the LMVA community in order to conduct association business in a fair and equitable manner. Volunteering as an LMVA Delegate allows members to participate in the Board of Director annual elections along with providing feedback to the members in their respective districts by attending monthly Board meetings.

Members who own property in the districts listed above and are interested in becoming a delegate can call Administrative Manager Dave Kerr at (949) 770-1313 ext. 213 for more information about how to become an LMVA District Delegate. Delegate District maps are available on line at www.lakemissionviejo.org, home owner’s association tab; search by district number or name.

The Lake Mission Viejo Patrol and Rescue Department is currently seeking men and women for Lifeguard positions (Late June-Early September, 2016). Part-time work is also available throughout the year. Lifeguards transferring from other United States Lifesaving Associations approved departments are also welcome!

Hourly Rate: $12.13 - $15.77

Lateral transfers wage depends on qualifications.

tryouts will be held at:

YMCA, 27341 Trabuco Circle, Mission Viejo, CA 92691 (heated pool).

Date: Sunday, March 20th

Check-in: 8:00 a.m. The swim test begins promptly at 8:15 a.m. Interviews will follow the swim test.

An additional swim test will be conducted at:Lake Mission Viejo (water temperature approx. 61º F.),

Saturday, March 26th, at 8:00 a.m. The swim test begins promptly at 8:15 a.m. Interviews will follow the swim test.

testing consists of:

500 meter swim in 10 minutes or less

Applicants who complete the swim within the allotted time will be invited to participate in an oral interview held later that day.

training program dates

Applicants who qualify will be invited to participate in a mandatory (USLA) 96-hour lifeguard training program. There will be a meeting scheduled on Thursday evening March 31 from 7:00-8:30 p.m. to discuss the training program for all those who have qualified, pizza and soft drinks will be served.

The training will take place on the following weekend dates:

April 16, 17, 23, 24, 30 and May 1, 8, 15, 21 & 22.

Time: from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Trainees will be paid $10.00 per hour during training. Those trainees who successfully complete the training will be placed on the LMV hiring list according to their finishing place.

Starting pay is $12.13 per hour if hired.

minimum reQuirements

Applicants must be at least 16 years of age by June 11, 2016, and must be in good health. Eyesight must be correctable to 20/40. Employment is conditional based on successful passing of a medical exam, drug test and background check (18 years and older) before starting to work.

A Swim Release Form with a parent’s signature will be required from all applicants’ 17-years old or under before participation in the swim test.

all applicants under the age of 18 must provide a work permit before training begins.

application procedure

Applicants can fill out applications the day of the tryouts (be sure to arrive early), or pick one up an application at the LMVA Sales Office. Applications must be received prior to the swim test and are now available at the front office of the Lake Mission Viejo Association.

lmva lifeguard applications22555 olympiad rd.,mission viejo, ca 92692

All applicants under the age of 18 must provide a work permit before training begins.

for more information please call the l.m.v. lifeguards at (949) 770-1313 extension 218.

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seasonal lifeguards 2016

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Kids’ fishing derby december 30th, 2015The 22nd Annual Kids Fishing Derby was held on Wednesday, December 30th under blue skies and warm temperatures. 123 eager junior anglers and their families joined the fun at the LMV marina area to test their skills against the aggressive Nebraska rainbows delivered the day before the tournament. Lake Biologist Tom Buckowski corralled a batch of trout to remain safely overnight in the launch area which insured good fishing for the derby on Saturday.

The annual Holiday event is designed especially for kids from 3-10 years of age, giving many of them their first opportunity to land a trophy Lake Mission Viejo trout. Fishing was good for the 3-4 & 5-6 year olds tournament with approximately 20 trout landed. Fishing was tough for the older divisions and no fish were landed during the 1 hour tournament.

Competition was close this year and prizes were awarded to the top 3 anglers in each division. Largest fish of the day was landed by 6-year-old Bella Nguyen 5.25 lb. trout. Results of the competition are as follows

3-4 year olds – 29 participants1st Place winner – Brody Hyles – 4 yrs. – 3.35

2nd Place winner – Owen Edens – 4 yrs. – 2.50

3rd Place winner – Ashley Tuttle – 4 yrs. – 2.30

5-6 year olds – 34 participants1st Place winner – Bella Nguyen – 6 yrs. – 5.25

2nd Place winner – Scarlett Keller – 6 yrs. – 2.05

3rd Place winner – Abby Shank – 5 yrs. – 1.80

Not a single fish was caught in the 7-10 year old groups. Prizes were given out in a raffle at the end of the event.

7-8 year olds – 28 participants1st Place winner – Craig Tyler – 7 yrs

2nd Place winner – Jack Kleim – 8 yrs.

3rd Place winner – Gavin Malone – 7 yrs

9-10 year olds – 32 participants1st Place winner – George Nordelo –10 yrs.

2nd Place winner – Rhett Chisholm –10 yrs.

3rd Place winner – Odin Shore –10 yrs.

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march8 Board Meeting 7:00 pm

8 Trout Stocking

9 Fishing Club 7:00 pm Meeting

12 Fishing Club 6:00 am Tournament

16 Final Trout Stocking

16 Wednesday 4:30 pm Night Sunset Sailing Begins

20 LMVYC Opening Day Regatta

april10 LMVYC Spring 1:00 pm Regatta I

12 Board Meeting 7:00 pm

may10 Board Meeting 7:00 pm

14 Marine Appreciation Day

15 Sunday with the Symphony

hours of operation North Beach 8:00 am-10:00 pm Mon-Fri 6:00 am-10:00 pm Sat-SunEast Beach Closed for the seasonMarket on the Lake 8:00 am-10:00 pm Daily With Market Dock Access CardSnack Bars North Beach Snack Bar Closed for the seasonMembership/Billing Office 8:00 am-5:00 pm DailyClubhouse Rental Office 11:00 am-3:00 pm Mon-SatBeach Bag Store/Lake Services 8:00 am-5:00 pm DailyTackle Box/Boat Rentals 8:00 am-7:00 pm Mon-Fri 6:00 am-7:00 pm Sat-Sun Beginning March 13 Last boat rented at 6:00 pm, due in at 7:00 pm.

lmvyc sets sail in 2016 The 2016 LMV Yacht Club held their annual Officers Installation and Awards dinner on Sunday, January 10th this year. After a short winter break, Club members are making plans for yet another year of sailing and social events. Below is a list of the 2016 Club Officers.

2016 club officers

Commodore Frank Roberts

Vice Commodore Mark Glackin

Rear Commodore Emmet Rixford

Jr. Staff Commodore Jeff Murdy

Secretary Mia Ishikawa

Treasurer Arnold Christianson

Race Chair Guy Heaton

Hospitality Chairs OPEN

Port Captain Frank Fournier

Fleet Captain Rod Simenz

LMVYC’s official Opening Day, on Sunday, March 20th this year, will commemorate 39 years of sailing activity on LMV. All the flags will be flying as we honor this worldwide yacht club tradition. Opening Day ceremonies include the formal raising of all the Club’s officers’ flags, greeting visiting dignitaries, a few speeches, and then great food at the Commodore’s Brunch following the ceremonies. Following the festivities, sailing enthusiasts will take to the water in the Opening Day Regatta.

Membership in the Yacht Club is open to all LMVA members. We offer free sailing lessons with each new membership to anyone interested in learning to sail and becoming part of this great Lake activity.

For further information please email the Yacht Club Secretary at lmvycsecretary@cox.net