Recent Trip Report

​Fishing has been fantastic over the last couple weeks!  We've had some steady rains, which has made for a few tricky days, but overall the stream levels and water temperatures have been terrific.  Not only that, but some of our strongest hatches have been a bit later than usual.  That's okay, though!  Sulphurs and drakes are still popping off here at a time when we would normally be transitioning to terrestrials.  Trips are enjoying some nice dry fly action to go along with the usual nymph routine. 

Even though water temps and levels are still solid, fish are naturally starting to congregate in some of the deeper areas.  This is always a trend we see in summer as flows get lower compared to April and May, and the trout become more susceptible to predators, chiefly birds of prey. Dropping down a few extra feet in the water gives them a bit more of a shield, as well as a shot in the arm from cooler water.  The 10-day forecast looks pretty darn tame, but water temperature is something our trips, and all anglers, should start to monitor.  The early mornings will be the best bet to avoid unsafe temperatures and cloudy/rainy days will be preferred over the bright sun.  Once the streams hit 63-65 degrees, anglers should consider using heavier tippet and avoid handling the fish for any longer than necessary.  The streams hitting 68+ degrees usually means it's time to hang it up for the day!

Some hot flies from recent trips include: 

• Cutters Caddis
• Parachute Sulphur
• Eastern Green Drake
• Electric Caddis
• Zebra Midge
• King Prince Nymph
• ​Green Micro Mayfly

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