The river and weather couldn't be better for fishing today and the rest of the week. Cooler temps and easy wading should make it a perfect week here! Alder flies are starting to be more plentiful so you can fish a big stimulator or caddis with a green pupae trailer. Iso's are also out in the late evenings just before dark. Streamers and nymphs are still productive all day long. Come down and see us for some flies and advice. We also have some great deals in store for you on flies, some used gear and plenty of new items for you to check out.
River Report
River Flow 611 CFS - Visibility clear. AM Water Temp 71°F. - Foggy start early, but it will be a sunny day with a high near 75°. Light west wind increasing to 5 to 10 mph in the morning. Thermal Refuges for the tributaries of the Housatonic River are in effect starting 06/15/17 thru 09/15/17. Fishing is prohibited within 100 feet of the CT DEEP black & white posted signs near the tributary mouths.
Start off your day fishing yellow stones or rubber legs with a caddis pupae dropper. Alder pupae and Iso Nymphs are also very active in the riffles. The fish have been more than willing to strike often. Then in the afternoon and evenings start looking to dries. Caddis', Cahill's, Alders, Iso's & March Brown's are all effective patterns right up to dark. The fish really start to key on the surface a half hour before dark. At this time its almost harder to not catch fish honestly. The Streamer bite is still on. Fish John's Lion Bugger, G's Gotcha, Circus Peanuts, Zonkers, Woolly Buggers, Pick Yur' Pocket, Conehead Muddlers and tie into some nice Rainbows. Smallmouths are also on the prowl in the TMA. Stop in the shop to Stock up on Streamers & Stone Fly Nymphs.
We like the following patterns: March Brown Sparkle Duns, March Brown Spider, Light Cahill, Adams, BWOs (cloudy days), Green Caddis pupae and emergers, Circus Peanuts, Zonkers, Woolly Buggers, Pick Yur' Pocket, Hares Ear (12-16), BH Princes (10-16), BH Pheasant Tails (12-18), Rubber Legs (all colors), 20 Incher's (8-16) & Euro Bead Head Princes. Don't forget to try a San Juan or Yellow Stone Mop Fly, too. We recommend a drop rig for maximum effectiveness and use an indicator to make sure you don't miss any takes. Try the AirLock indicators if you haven't already. They are the best!
A special thanks to all the independent guides who float over our rainbows and don't contribute a dime to stocking them.
Since you're reading our river report, please consider purchasing your gear from us. We are happy to have the opportunity to match any deals out there you may come upon. Give us a call first and let us have the first chance. Thanks!
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