The weather over the last few
days continues to be cool. The rainfall has been more of a have or have not
situation over the last few days. As result for Western New York, Oak Orchard
and the surrounding rivers and creeks, water flows will vary widely. It is one
of those situations where you need to check. If we do not get any substantial
rain soon, Looks like the steelhead fishing is going to be a bit challenging.
It will become more hunting than fishing. Water temperatures remain constant in
the low 40s degree range, this is fortunate because it will slow down and help
to extend spawning activity. Hopefully the cooler water temperatures will make
up for lower water flows. As of now I am
still hoping for two more weeks of decent fishing. Productive flies, Willy
buggers, leech patterns is still getting the job done but we’ve had to drop
down on fly size, 6 and 10 is the sizes we are using right now. This is due to
the lower and clear waters that were fishing. Yes always, keep in mind we are
doing a bit of hunting for the fish and fishing with a lot of persistence.
Salmon River Pulaski and the
surrounding rivers and creeks; water flows continue to moderate. As of writing this
update water flows on the Salmon River has come down to 500 CFS release from
the dam. Water temperatures have not improved much over the past week still
ranging in the upper 30° range to low 40° range. Spawning activity continues at
a slow rate. Between dropping water flows and cool morning water temperatures
are slowing down the spawning activities. Hopefully this pattern will continue
and help extend the spring steelhead fishing. The fly box; stoneflies nymphs
still getting it done, in size 12 to 10, For the swing, small intruders around
two and a half to 3 and half inches long is getting the job done. If and when
we have some high water flows, it is a good idea to try fishing intruders
around 4 to 6 inches long, put a big target out for them.
Note;
A reminder, myself and Rick
Smith still have dates for spring steelhead fishing both April and May. Early
May is what we call, is swimming season. A great time two fish for steelhead
with two-handed rods and a singing fly. Feel free to call to discuss dates and
fishing opportunities. Cell 585-233-0436
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