Tuesday, April 23, 2013
Friday, April 19, 2013
Spring Hatches are here
Quill Gordon's, Hendricksons, Caddis and BWOs just to name a few of the great spring hatches that are taking place on our local streams and rivers. These insects are getting the big fish to the surface. Now through the first part of June us the perfect time to get into the dry fly action!
Saturday, April 13, 2013
High water equals big streamers
The snow has melted and the April showers have begun. Warming water and high flows sometimes leaves you at home wishing you could fish. It doesn't have to be that way. A little planning, for safety, and a sense of adventure will put some of the largest trout you'll catch all season in the net.
It all starts with monitoring various levels of your local river. Watch how it reacts to various levels of CFS. Don't call it blown out if its muddy or stained. On certain streams this can be the best time to catch huge trout. The other thing to keep in mind is you'll need some kind if watercraft to maneuver in higher levels, as wading is generally unsafe or impossible. This is where knowing your river comes into play. Where to put in, where to take out, how long will it take, are there any dangerous obstructions that are impassable that are going to cause potential on river complications it worst yet serious injury. After your scouting is complete. The fishing part is easy. Streamers, streamers and streamers. Various colors and sizes then pound the banks for huge predators looking to ambush prey in every pocket, seem, and eddy. In my next post I'll talk about new lines and equipment that are new to the market that have been specifically designed to help with modern streamer techniques. Start scouting and I'll see you on the water!
It all starts with monitoring various levels of your local river. Watch how it reacts to various levels of CFS. Don't call it blown out if its muddy or stained. On certain streams this can be the best time to catch huge trout. The other thing to keep in mind is you'll need some kind if watercraft to maneuver in higher levels, as wading is generally unsafe or impossible. This is where knowing your river comes into play. Where to put in, where to take out, how long will it take, are there any dangerous obstructions that are impassable that are going to cause potential on river complications it worst yet serious injury. After your scouting is complete. The fishing part is easy. Streamers, streamers and streamers. Various colors and sizes then pound the banks for huge predators looking to ambush prey in every pocket, seem, and eddy. In my next post I'll talk about new lines and equipment that are new to the market that have been specifically designed to help with modern streamer techniques. Start scouting and I'll see you on the water!
Wednesday, April 3, 2013
Carp Fiesta.....
When the water drops and the trout stop rising to the hordes of mayflies this spring what should a fly angler do?
Find the warmest sluggish water in your area and practice your flats fishing skills on golden bones.
Carp fishing is exciting as bonefish and redfish combined. Add a paddle board and wadeable flats you transform your carping experience into a realm of freshwater/saltwater bliss. This summer when your looking to find exciting, reel screaming fun. Search out your local carp flats and give it a try.
Find the warmest sluggish water in your area and practice your flats fishing skills on golden bones.
Carp fishing is exciting as bonefish and redfish combined. Add a paddle board and wadeable flats you transform your carping experience into a realm of freshwater/saltwater bliss. This summer when your looking to find exciting, reel screaming fun. Search out your local carp flats and give it a try.
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