More than 2,200 trout stocked at Sikeston Complex Lake for winter fishing

FOX23 News at 9 p.m.

SIKESTON, Mo. (KBSI) – The Missouri Department of Conservation stocked 2,240 trout at Sikeston Complex Lake on Wednesday, Nov. 11, ahead of the winter fishing season.

According to the city of Sikeston, anglers can begin fishing for the trout, but fishing will be catch-and-release only until Feb. 1.

Beginning Feb. 1, anglers will be allowed to catch and keep trout.

Anglers ages 16 to 64 must have a valid Missouri fishing permit. A trout permit is also required for anglers who plan to keep trout when the harvest season begins in February.

The stocking is part of efforts to provide winter fishing opportunities for local anglers.