Allegheny and Clarion fishing

Despite the warm weather this week the fishing still remains good on both the Clarion and Allegheny.  The fish on the Allegheny are targeting specific areas to hold.  They don't seem to be too spread out.  Once you find a run with a fish you are bound to find more.  The Corp is forecasting the release to go from 1900 CFS to 2200 CFS over this weekend.  There are areas that wade anglers can still fish a 2200, it's just going to be easier to access if you use a boat to riffle hop.  The Clarion is still running at or around 2.5-2.6 feet.  The East Branch Dam discharge is holding at 140 CFS, making the East Branch a nice choice for wade fishing.  The main stem of the Clarion is still producing nice fish early in the mornings and late in the evenings.  With the intense sun the fish start shutting down by mid to late morning.  Try starting your day as early as possible to hit the best fishing time.  Hopper Dropper rigs are the flies of choice and will continue to be until the weather or water changes.  Tight Lines this weekend and I look forward to seeing you on the river.