Published by Jason du Pont May 9th, 2008
in fishing report, news and video.
Didymo, an invasive algae, has been confirmed in the Gunpowder river.
This video short describes distribution of Didymo, a description of the algae, and some gear treatment and containment methods for anglers.
The increased time fishing and guiding on the Gunpowder River the past month only solidified my suspicions that something wasn’t right. Nymphing and swinging streamers still produced fish, but the increased frequency of cleaning “slime” off the hook was not normal. Many anglers and guides noted similar masses of slime on the hook and also the river bottom, throughout much of the catch and release areas. Fearing the worst I contacted MD Fisheries and boxed up samples of this strange algae. Days later MD DNR Fisheries Biologists contacted Backwater Angler, placed signs along Gunpowder River accesses, assessed the spread and posted a warning on the DNR freshwater fishing report.
Published by Theaux Le Gardeur May 9th, 2008
in fishing report.
After a good soaking throughout the area, the Gunpowder river is flowing at 41Cfs, water temps are in the mid 50’s and the river is clear.
Early reports this week pointed to Sulphurs starting in the late afternoon followed by a Hendrickon spinner fall. have been encouraging anglers to get out and try their luck.
The water is still quite low, even by Gunpowder standards so be sure to bring along some long leaders in the 12 ft range ending in 6 to 7x.If you’d like to start early, try small Elk Hair caddis with a partridge and yellow or green soft hackle dropper. Backwater Angler Guide Dave Smith has been tying up some local patterns this week so be sure to stop in this weekend and give’em a try.
Published by Theaux Le Gardeur May 9th, 2008
in events.
Please join us for a flyfishing school. On Sunday, June 8, a Backwater Angler Guide will be teaching a fly fishing school that is ideal for beginners. If you’re planning on flyfishing Maryland, or anywhere else for that matter, this course is a great introduction to the sport. The school covers knots, casting, gear and fly selection. Class is held from 11:00 AM till 2:00 PM. Cost is $100 per person and includes the use of gear. Class size is limited to 4 and pre-registration is required. Please give us a call at 410-329-6821 or drop us a line at info@backwaterangler.com to pre-register.
Published by Theaux Le Gardeur May 9th, 2008
in fishing report.
Thanks to Charlie Shelton for the following picture and report to round out the Susquehanna Flats Season.
Hi Theaux,
A 20 lb + Striper I got on the flats on Friday (May 2) with a #8 rod and a fly I tied with stuff from your shop that LEW showed me how to tie about 3
years ago. This fish was a handfull, really neat to get him (her?) in. It was really strong when we released it, so all seemed well. I caught about
10 smaller males (4 — 7 lb) and had a large fish on (probably 15 - 18 lb) that I lost after the long initial run for reasons only that fish knows. Congratulations on your move to the new location, I will get in as soon as I can get off the Flats,
Charlie Shelton
Published by Theaux Le Gardeur May 5th, 2008
in video.
Backwater Angler staff member Max gives us a quick glimpse of fly fishing Chile.
Enjoy!
Thanks Max!
You lucky devil.
