Archive for August, 2006

Water Temperature Questions Answered…

Published by Theaux Le Gardeur August 31st, 2006 in fishing report. Closed

“As long as the water is cool the fish should
not experience too much stress, correct?”
Chad

Thanks for your question Chad.

You are correct.

This fish should not experience stress as long as the water is cool.

Today, Thursday August 31, water temperatures along the 7.6 mile catch and
release section of the Big Gunpowder Falls from Pretty boy Dam to Bluemount
Rd ranged from 53 F to 57 F.

We’re in constant communication with State Fisheries Managers, biologists,
and Baltimore City, which ultimately controls the flow and temperature in
the Gunpowder.With their help and our constant monitoring of stream
conditions such as flow and temperature, we can better determine when it is
safe to catch and release trout without causing undue stress.

So, please go fishing and have a great Labor day weekend.

Hope to see you on the river and in the shop soon.

Best regards,
Theaux Le Gardeur

The Big Gunpowder Falls river is low and clear at 32 CFS, water temps are stable between 53 and 57 F throughout the Catch and Release section.Fish are still stacked up in pools and long leaders will make a difference in your fishing. Small caddis in the #16-18 range are working and ants, and hoppers will still move fish. Please feel free to call us regarding any changes in stream conditions through the weekend.

Note: We will be open from 10-4 PM Saturday, Sunday and Monday.

Low cool water, lots of fish stacked up…

Published by Theaux Le Gardeur August 28th, 2006 in fishing report. Closed

With the water at 32 CFs expect to cover a good stretch of water before you find fish. That said, the water temperature is still in the high 50’s so the fish are in good shape if a little skittish.Terrestrials and small caddis are still moving fish. Now is a good time to fish the pools and tailouts above Falls Rd. If you find deep runs and undercuts, spend some time trying bead head nymphs and small streamers. Fishing upstream is better with low water conditions so walk the trails down and fish back up.Thanks to Scott for the following stream report.

Hi guys. Fished the upper river twice this week. Even though there weren’t many rising fish, I still had great luck on a big beetle with rubber legs. Caught six fish between 10 and 14 inches without moving my feet at one spot. Had the whole river to myself.
Scott

Note: Overcast days are great for fly fishing the Gunpowder Falls.

Low water, spooky fish..try the lower river…

Published by Theaux Le Gardeur August 22nd, 2006 in fishing report. Closed

We have the lowest water of the season, make it the past few seasons, at 32 CFs, the water temp is warming a bit and it’s tough to get close to pooled up fish-even with 7x. Abandon all hopes of floating the river in any device. The fish are spooky throughout the catch and release section, so give the lower river a look. Access points such as Bluemount road , Monkton, Upper and Lower Glencoe and Sparks are certainly worth trying.

Little Falls joins the Gunpowder at Bluemount and adds a good bit of water to the river at the confluence. Streamers such as black woolly buggers and marabou muddlers sized #10-12 and large dries like Humpies, Wulffs and Hoppers in the lower river are a good bet. Plan on covering more water than you normally would in the upper stretches.

Bwo’s, Tricos and Caddis

Published by Theaux Le Gardeur August 18th, 2006 in fishing report. Closed

The river is relatively low at 82CFs, clear and cool for August, at 60 F. Mornings are a great time to try nymphing with small pheasant tails coupled with caddis emergers. Beat the boat traffic by getting an early start and covering Masemore upstream through Falls with #16 Bwo’s and Trico Spinners sized #20-22. Can’t see the fly?

Grease up your leader with GINK and watch it jump.Fish often sip flies this time of year so unless they’re taking caddis it’s likely that your flies willl just disappear. Want to try another dropper rig that’s more visible? Try a caddis or large attractor like a #12-14 stimulator in front of those Bwo’s or Tricos and be sure to use plenty of 7x.

Note: Most of our Gunpowder guides would much rather fish in the rain so don’t let the weather spoil your fun, bring a jacket along and experience tight lines!

Guided fly fishing in Western Maryland…Backwater Angler Overnighter

Published by Theaux Le Gardeur August 18th, 2006 in fishing report. Closed

I fished Wed on the Savage and landed a beautiful 13″ Brookie and then
floated the N. Branch with Jeff and Jason on Thursday and landed over a half
dozen fish over 14″, (we missed twice as many). We saw fish in excess of 20″ and had a beautiful float.
Want to get in on the action?
For a full description of an ideal Western Maryland trip we’re calling the Backwater Angler Overnighter:

This Fall, Backwater Angler Guides Jason du Pont and Jeff Lewatowski will be hosting anglers in Western Maryland on the Savage river and N. Branch of the Potomac.

Available dates are:
September 4,5,6,7,& 8.
September 11, 12,13, &14.
October 3,4,5,& 6.

The evening wade trip on will start on the Savage river between 3:00 and 3:30 PM. Followed by dinner and an opportunity to fish out back behind the house at twilight.We’re providing lodging at comfortable and quaint house along 1000′ ft of savage river frontage, adjacent to Savage River Outfitters.

The next morning we’ll wake to a quick breakfast, float the N. Branch of the Potomac,enjoy a picnic lunch halfway through the float and will be off the water between 2:00 and 2:30 PM.

You may head back home at that point or fish through the afternoon on the Savage or some of the smaller feeder creeks like Poplar Lick for Brookies.

The total cost for the trip is $495 per person, and includes a guided evening wade trip on the Savage, three meals, lodging and a guided float or wade trip on the N. Branch of the Potomac. These dates will fill up fast. Give us a call at 410-329-6821 and book your trip today.

I hope that we all have an opportunity to fish with you in the near future.
Best regards, Theaux

Note: Rocky and Jeff will be in the shop this Saturday.
Jason and Jeff will both be in the shop this Sunday.
All will be be happy to answer any questions you may have regarding planning your Backwater Angler Overnighter.