Last weekend's "Hooked on Fishing" event at Horseshoe Lake in Chico's Upper Bidwell Park was a success, although the nearly 2,500 children in attendance was about 500 fewer than last year. Cool water temperatures meant that the 8,000 pounds of channel catfish planted in the lake were not biting especially well, and the majority of those catfish are still in the lake. The lake also supports a natural population of crappie, bluegill, largemouth bass, carp, bullhead, and even some relatively large wild goldfish.

Horseshoe Lake's regulations allow both adults and children to fish, but only kids age 14 and under are permitted to keep fish. Adults are required to catch and release only, and anyone age 16 or older must also have a valid California Fishing License. Anglers are also reminded to use the "line recycling bins" positioned around the lake by the Chico Bass Club. The lake regulations can be found under section 12R.04.310 in the Chico Municipal Code.