Just back from 5 days of manic spey casting and swinging flies on the Salmon River for steelhead. Great trip- fish caught on the swing using a 12'6" Scott T2H spey rod and Airflo Delta w/ various poly leaders. Very cool to see alot of people swinging.......I mean really swinging- no indicators or split shot.........next rain up there and things will explode.
General Update:
As far as this area goes, things are slowing down- fish are out of the skinny water and finding good winter holds......angling is still possible, and best tactics are all subsurface..if your lucky you might see a few olives.
Specifics and Tips:
Fishing in cold water.........why you ask? well if you are asking why, this immediately disqualifies you from the act...........try and slow down the movement of your fly.......nymphs and streamers are the norm, unless you get lucky and find an olive hatch. Got cold feet? try and loosen your boot laces to add circulation, or if you are real serious get a pair of bootfoot waders- mmmmmmmm...toasty.
Other Information:
Our shop will open for the weekends till christmas..we will have great gift items - come check it out.
We offer lessons, workshops and demonstrations on every aspect of the fly fishing experience. Classes in and around the shop will be plentiful and convenient. But learning on the water is paramount to improving your fishing IQ. TCO agrees with those who said, ”Watching a good caster or angler on a stream will teach you more in 20 minutes that you can learn reading 20 pages.” Time on the water is the best teacher. TCO offers learning opportunities for anglers of all ages and levels of experience.
TCO
and The Hungry Trout through a number of exclusive
partnerships have access to miles of private water
in the region. From the unparalleled experience
on "The Dream Mile" of the Ausable River
to remote ponds and lakes teeming with Brook Trout
up to 5 pounds, let TCO and The Hungry Trout help
you craft a schedule that includes unique and uncrowded
fly fishing experiences. Our experienced guide staff
know these waters intimately and is available to
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these exceptional opportunities.
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