Temps are staying hot, and pressure on tailwaters is intense in New England right now. Local waters are being hammered because that’s what we can get to with quarantine travel restrictions. But for those in the area or that meet travel guidelines (at time of press), I have an alternative to beat the crowds and
Category: Brook Trout
Hey 19
Back in early June word arrived on short notice that MA campgrounds would not be open in June: our reservation at our favorite campground, DCR’s Mohawk Trail State Forest, was cancelled (DCR subsequently re-opened most campgrounds on July 1). One of my favorite times of the year, and some important one-on-one time fishing with
A Father-Daughter Float on the Swift River
Edit: We fished an area that isn’t accessible from shore due to private property and tough access. And, it is too deep for wading. In fact, we didn’t see any shore-bound or wading anglers. Writing this in case people are concerned that Chris floats the heavily-waded areas of the Swift. He does not. I don’t
A Rapid River Primer, Part 2: Tackle, Strategy, and Setting Expectations
Fast forward to 2:55 if you’re just here for the fish! (In case you missed it: A Rapid River Primer, Part 1: Regulations, Access, and Ecology) INTRODUCTION That old #6 rod collecting dust in the corner ever since you bought a #4 rod? Bring it (and the #4). The Eastern Brook Trout of