In Santa Barbara, California, 3,000 pounds of rainbow trout were released into Cachuma Lake in November 2025. This stocking followed recent atmospheric conditions, boosting local fishing opportunities. The photo captures the trout release moment, credited to Thomas Hammond.
Author's Summary: Approximately 3,000 pounds of rainbow trout were introduced to Cachuma Lake near Santa Barbara in late November 2025 after atmospheric events, as documented with a photo by Thomas Hammond (148 characters).