I’m staying up in Charlemont for an overnight trip at the Deerfield. I fished it for the first time a few weeks ago and decided to make the river a priority in 2018. February fishing usually is hit-or-miss for me. But, why not get educated, I figure? I’ve done similar due diligence at other rivers.
Category: Rainbow Trout
The ‘Places in Between’
My name is Jamie Carr. I am a Mass. DCR Senior Aquatic Biologist, husband, dad, and someone who expresses his love of nature and wild fish through fly fishing adventures. Thanks to the blog for letting me join the team. I’m getting some winter blues, and so, I thought I’d write up a day-trip adventure
First Time at the Deerfield
I’m tired. But, in a good way. Today was my first time at the Deerfield: five hours of driving, nine hours of fishing, high flows, water at 34 °F, and only a few willing trout on a very slow day for most. It was so worth it. A few nights ago, I decided that I
On the Board
It’s a First World Problem, I know, but, it was six weeks with no fishing. You too may know the feeling and the circumstances: a bit of Angler’s Ennui as holiday, family and work obligations filled the calendar. And, the Arctic freeze didn’t help. Don’t get me wrong. It is good to be involved with