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
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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
Euro-Nymphing Clinic
Housatonic River Outfitters is hosting a clinic on Sept. 24 for Euro (or, “tightline”) nymphing. Noted angler Aaron Jasper will be leading the session. I’ve caught more fish, and bigger fish, since learning the technique two years ago. Both my personal best 22″ fish, and my volume-leading 60+ fish day, were done with that technique.