Well, we are sliding to the heart of autumn. The daylight period is shrinking, and the water temps are declining. See below for the temps. for the Green River. As I’ve blogged before, water temps. are critical, for they help determine trout behavior and what your fishing strategy may be. So, next time out on
Category: News
Upcoming events that may be of interest
This may or may not be news to everyone but I’ve heard of a couple upcoming fly-fishing/trout related events that may be of interest. 1. Fly-fishing Fair put on by Mass Wildlife at the Headquarters Westborough. Flyer with details below. 2. A TU sponsored event designed to discuss the effects of the current drought on
The Mop Fly
(WSJ.com) (10/17/16 edit: After reading the readers’ comments below, I bought some mop fly tying materials. Stay tuned!) I’ve seen it. But, I’ve not tied it or fished it. I don’t know, but I’m conflicted about the Mop Fly. On rare occasions, I will fish a SJW or an egg. I’m now into flies coated
Fall Stocking Update
About to leave for a fly-fishing long weekend and don’t have much time to blog. But, I do want to update you about the fall stocking in Massachusetts. It is well underway. Looks like the customary tailwaters, ponds and lakes are being stocked. And, it looks like freestones are being bypassed, which is a good