Steelhead at the Salmon River in Pulaski, NY. I’m going for it and could use some advice. First up, I’m really grateful to Joe Goodspeed at Thomas & Thomas for giving me a pro discount on their Contact 1086 #6. I love the Contact 1133 #3, and it is my favorite fly rod (review here).
Trout Stocking Update (Spring 2019)
Well, we’re turning the corner here in Trout Land. Connecticut has started its spring stocking program, and Massachusetts posts that its trucks will start rolling the week of March 4. I suspect NH and VT will start in a few weeks. If you’re interested in following the action, here are some links: Connecticut (here and
Night Fly Fishing for Stripers, Part 3
The Importance of Stealth and Field Craft The use of a headlamp is something that is to be limited at all costs once near the water. The fastest way to kill a great night bite is to introduce white light on the water. In the previous chapter, two headlamps were recommended that have a red
At the Vise: More CDC Caddis
I had tremendous luck last year while fishing CDC Caddis emergers. They’re among the most effective dry flies in my fly box. They sat low in the water, and the CDC feathers added a lot of life to the flies. They resulted in many takes, and, if not, often encouraged fish to show themselves. So,