600 Catfish Stocked in Concho River on Friday

SAN ANGELO, TX — Six hundred channel catfish were stocked today in the Concho River in downtown San Angelo, according to the Inland Fisheries San Angelo District. 

The fish were released as part of the Neighborhood Fishin’ Program, which delivers biweekly stockings of catfish to urban waters across Texas through the end of October. San Angelo is one of 18 locations statewide participating in the program aimed at making fishing more accessible to the public. The program has a brief pause in August. 

"Neighborhood Fishin' lakes are conveniently located in urban and suburban areas to provide a great fishing experience where most Texas residents live," said Marcos DeJesus, TPWD Inland Fisheries Division Region Three Director. "Catfish are fun and easy to catch for anglers of all ages and experience levels. If you've never fished before, these are the perfect places to get started. If you are an experienced angler, these are the perfect places to introduce fishing to a friend or family member."

Anglers can keep up to five fish of any kind (all species combined) per day with one black bass 14 inches or greater in length. Youth under 17 do not need a fishing license, but adults who fish at these sites do. For as little as $11, folks can purchase a "one-day, all-water" license or they can buy an "annual, freshwater" license for $30, allowing you to fish at any time during the year. All proceeds go toward the management of the fisheries, providing access and conservation of Texas fish and their habitats.

To find a Neighborhood Fishin' lake near you as well as tips on how to fish, where to purchase fishing gear or licenses, fishing regulations or to sign up for email updates, visit www.neighborhoodfishin.org.

Neighborhood Fishin' is supported by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation through donations from Friedkin Family Foundation and Phillips 66 as well as local government bodies across the state.