Catch and Release pin

Trophy Trout
Catch & Release

Since the late 1990s, Lilleys’ Landing has been handing out catch-and-release pins and certificates to anglers who successfully release a 20-inch or longer rainbow or brown trout on Lake Taneycomo.  This program has encouraged fishermen of all ages to release thousands of trophy trout for others to enjoy.

We encourage all anglers who intend to release their catch to practice safe handling techniques that will allow a released trout to thrive and grow for another angler to catch. Click the button below to learn more.

Trophy Catch and Release Patch

2026, 1st Quarter | January - March

January 2026

John Idoux
January 5, 2026

John Idoux

Fish: 20″ Rainbow
Lure: #22 Gray Scud
Location: Trophy Area

Guide: None

Tate Bryan
January 3, 2026

Tate Bryan

Fish: 24″ Rainbow
Lure: Marabou Jig
Location: Trophy Area

Guide: None

Dacia Uhls
January 3, 2026

Dacia Uhls

Fish: 22″ Rainbow
Lure: Rader’s G-Bug
Location: Trophy Area

Guide: Brett Rader

Porter Christian
January 2, 2026

Porter Christian

Fish: 21″ Rainbow
Lure: Scud
Location: Trophy Area

Guide: Blake Wilson