frequently asked questions

WHAT CONSTITUTES A MEMBERSHIP?

 Membership dues entitles the member and his or her spouse and minor dependent sons and daughters to all club privileges.  

CAN I SELL MY MEMBERSHIP?

No.  Memberships may be passed only to a spouse, son or daughter upon approval of the Board of Directors.

WHAT IF I LOSE MY BADGE?

Additional badges may be ordered through the Secretary.  The cost of the badge(s) plus mailing cost will be billed to the member.

CAN I BRING MORE THAN 4 PEOPLE TO THE LAKES?

Yes, but one membership may have only 4 fishing guests on any one day.

CAN I USE MY KAYAK OR CANOE ON THE LAKES?

No.  Only kick propelled flotation devices (belly boats or pontoon kick craft) are allowed.

CAN I BRING MY TRAILER UP EARLY AND LEAVE IT IN A CAMPING SPOT?

No.  Tents and trailers in camping spots must be occupied daily.

CAN I BRING A FIREARM AND SHOOT IT ON CLUB PROPERTY AT THE LAKES?

No, but there is a basic firearm range you can use just outside the entrance to the lakes.

WILL I HAVE CELL PHONE SERVICE AT THE LAKES?

Verizon works most places at the lakes; other carriers are not predictable.

IF I HAVE A HANDICAPPED PERMIT, CAN I DRIVE OVER THE DAM OR OFF THE ROAD?

No.  Motorized vehicles of all types are restricted to improved roads; only Cripple Creek service vehicles may drive on the dams.

CAN MY RELATIVES WHO LIVE WITH ME GO TO THE LAKES WITHOUT ME AND USE MY MEMBERSHIP?

Only a minor son or daughter living with the member can use your membership.  They may come alone and use your parking pass and membership card, but the member is responsible for their actions if they come alone.

CAN I HAVE A FIRE AT MY CAMPSITE?

Fire rings are at each campsite; the club follows Teller County fire restrictions, if any.  Member is responsible for ensuring campfires are dead out if they are not physically present at the campsite.

CAN I USE TREBLE HOOKS?

Yes, but the club really frowns on this practice.  if you release a fish caught on a treble hook there is a very high mortality rate.  Using single hooks and releasing allows the club members more opportunities to catch fish. (See TROUT HANDLING) 

WHAT SHOULD I DO IF I FIND A TRESPASSER?

Ask them to leave.  If you can, take a photo of the trespasser and their vehicle.  Report the trespasser to the Caretaker or any Director.  If they won't leave you can call the Teller County Sheriff.

WHAT SHOULD I DO IF I SEE A MEMBER VIOLATING CLUB RULES?

It is up to all members to help enforce the rules.  Usually just having a chat with the person and pointing out the rule solves the problem.  If the member is arrogant and refuses to comply, inform the Caretaker, Chairman or any Director.