• Stocking: We stocked a 1,000 pounds of catfish last week bringing the total stock for the season to 4,000 pounds. The next catfish stocking will be the week of July 12th. For an updated stocking schedule, click HERE.
• What's the catch? The stock was hanging out in the coves around the boat dock this weekend. For day time fishing try moving your bait around as the catfish are more stationary during the heat of the day. Once the sun has set over the dam, catfish will be grazing for food and they should find you!. Cut mackerel, chicken liver, and dough baits are effective. The Bluegill catch was bountiful this weekend and were being reeled in all over the lake along shady shorelines. The bluegill bite is best during the middle of the day on night crawlers. Bass were biting at all hours of the day on black/blue flake Senkos. Bass were reeled in along Hermit Cove shoreline and the campground shoreline. Fishermen have reported that the trout are still biting particularly at night. Try fishing for trout from the t-dock using brightly colored powerbait during the evening.
• Lakefront Firepit Rentals: The next available date to rent firepits by the lake is Friday, July 16th. Firepits are available 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and the fee is $12/person with a maximum of 6 people per pit. Limited availability, call (619) 596-1306 to reserve yours today!
• The campground shoreline is now open for fishing Monday-Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Stop by the kiosk and purchase your fishing permit. We have a limited selection of bait available at the campground as well.
• Kayak Rentals: It's a beautiful time of year to get out on the lake for a paddle and get some fresh air! We have sit inside kayaks for rent at the bait shop for $10/hour or $30 for a four hour rental. Pack a picnic lunch and paddle out to one of our shady shorelines for a delightful afternoon at the lake.
• Conditions: The current temperature is 76 degrees. New Moon is Friday, July 9th. For a complete weather report in Lakeside, click HERE.
• Campground News: We are taking reservations for long term camping! Our long term season Is September to March. Long term reservations are a minimum of 30 nights and maximum of 90 nights. Full and partial hook-up sites available. For more information call (619) 596-1333.
• Have you seen the big green chair? If you find it and post a selfie in the chair make sure you tag @lakejennings for a free fishing permit! We'll message you for your phone and email and load a permit on your rewards account. You can redeem your freebie at the bait shop or campground kiosk the next time you go fishing. 
• We love receiving pictures from our fishermen and campers! If you have a picture to share, please send it to ranger@lakejennings.org and we may feature it in our newsletter or social media pages.

- Ralph Waldo Emerson

Beginning Thursday, July 1st the lake will be open every Thursday, 3:00 p.m. - midnight & Mondays, 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in the month of July.
 
Swaggy Mondays! Use your loyalty account on Mondays and be entered to win Lake Jennings swag. Sweatshirts, hats, camp chairs, oh my! We'll pick a name at random and notify you that week. You can pick up your swag at the bait shop the following weekend.

Saturday, July 3rd: Free Fishing Day in California! Those of you who do not possess a state fishing license or simply want to try your hand at fishing can do so without a state fishing license on Saturday, 7/3. You will still need to purchase a permit to fish our lake. The cost is $11/adult or $10 for seniors and military.

Thursday, July 8th: Free boat launches! Bring your boat for a night of fishing and launch for free.
 
Thursday, July 15th: Kids fish for free! We’ll waive the youth permit fees for every fisherkid under 16 years old. Kids must be accompanied by an adult.

Friday, July 16th: The next date for lakefront firepit rentals is Friday, July 16th. Firepit rental includes wood, fire starter, and 6 Adirondack chairs. Limited availability. Book yours today by calling 619-596-1306.
 
Thursday, July 22nd: BOGO! Buy one fishing permit and get the second permit of equal or lesser value for free.
 
Thursday, July 29th: Half off kayak rentals! Normally $10 per hour, only pay $5 per hour for your kayak. Our kayaks have water tight compartments and come equipped with backrests and fishing rod holders.