Lake Henry, a three-acre impoundment at Clinton State Park, received a stocking Thursday of 500 rainbow trout. Most of the fish measured 10 to 12 inches long, with some measuring more than 14 inches.

Six stockings place approximately 3,000 trout into Lake Henry each season. The final stocking will occur within the next two to four weeks.

Stocked trout can be caught on a variety of lures and baits. Small spinners, jigs, spoons and flies all can produce fish. Power bait, small trout worms, corn and cheese are some of the most popular baits. The daily creel limit is five, and the possession limit is 15.

Lake Henry is one of 20 locations around the state included in the Wildlife & Parks trout stocking program. Trout season runs from Oct. 15 through April 15 at all locations, except for Tuttle Creek and Mined Land Wildlife Area Unit No. 30 which have year-round seasons.

All trout anglers regardless of age are required to have a trout permit ($11), in addition to the state fishing license ($19 resident) unless exempt by law.

Fishermen should be aware that some cities like Topeka and counties like Wyandotte have their own trout fishing programs which require city or county permits.

A daily vehicle pass ($5.50) or an annual vehicle pass ($35.50) is required to access state park areas.