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Some few individuals prefer to save the cost of a reel and wind the line around their necks instead.  This is said to be a particularly effective method for salt water species like tarpon and sailfish as the large diameter of the neck (relative to that of a common reel arbor) ensures quick takeup of slack line. However, as this method is not widely practicesd (as yet) it is too soon to be certain of its efficacy.  We await your reports.

My understanding is that some individuals actually substitute very fine piano wire for fly line– something about eliminating memory IMR — Scott Reverse first field of address to reply

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Not that I would ever stoop to a Cabela’s Three Forks, but, just for the sake of discussion, what reel would make a good fit? Bugger p.s. Curiosity…

There’s only one choice… http://www.dutchreels.com/triangle.htm /daytripper (Aim high, grasshopper

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Should I try to remove the hook, or just cut the tippet? Bug – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – Not that I would ever stoop to a Cabela’s Three Forks, but, just for the sake of discussion, what reel would make a good fit? Bugger p.s. Curiosity…

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Some few individuals prefer to save the cost of a reel and wind the line around their necks instead.  This is said to be a particularly effective method for salt water species like tarpon and sailfish as the large diameter of the neck (relative to that of a common reel arbor) ensures quick takeup of slack line. However, as this method is not widely practicesd (as yet) it is too soon to be certain of its efficacy.  We await your reports. My understanding is that some individuals actually substitute very fine piano wire for fly line– something about eliminating memory IMR

Correct.  But in either case the line catches on the ears when the fish is Wolfgang

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Not that I would ever stoop to a Cabela’s Three Forks, but, just for the sake of discussion, what reel would make a good fit? Bugger p.s. Curiosity…

They sell a combo with a Prestige reel for $69. The Prestige is an Okuma Sierra with Cabelas name on it so you are basically paying $30 for the reel, about $5-$10 less than you can find it retail. Here’s a link. : http://makeashorterlink.com/?V66322B12 G.C.

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<snipped educational material Some few individuals prefer to save the cost of a reel and wind the line around their necks instead.  This is said to be a particularly effective method for salt water species like tarpon and sailfish as the large diameter of the neck (relative to that of a common reel arbor) ensures quick takeup of slack line.  However, as this method is not widely practicesd (as yet) it is too soon to be certain of its efficacy.  We await your reports.

<SPLORK! — TL, Tim give a man enough fly line. . . .

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Okay. You fellas have lost me again. What is the logic to putting a $400 reel on a $39 rod?

The basic principle which underlies fly fishing (as most of us practice it at any rate) is that a rod is used to impart a certain amount of kinetic energy to a fairly heavy line which, in turn, then causes that energy to be transferred to a leader and thus to the fly at the end.  The rod and line are then used to maintain some control over the action of the fly which, if all goes well, will entice a fish to impale itself on the hook, at which time the rod and line are used to draw the fish toward the fisher who then either releases it or bops in on the pate and transfers it to a creel or some other receptacle until such time as it is convenient to cook and eat it.  The reel holds the excess line.  Some few individuals prefer to save the cost of a reel and wind the line around their necks instead.  This is said to be a particularly effective method for salt water species like tarpon and sailfish as the large diameter of the neck (relative to that of a common reel arbor) ensures quick takeup of slack line.  However, as this method is not widely practicesd (as yet) it is too soon to be certain of its efficacy.  We await your reports. Reeling with confusion,

Oh, you ain’t seen nuthin yet. Wolfgang

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Okay. You fellas have lost me again. What is the logic to putting a $400 reel on a $39 rod?

You said nothing about logic. You asked for a "good fit." My guess is it fits good. HTH, Russell Bet there are others that will fit as well.

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Okay. You fellas have lost me again. What is the logic to putting a $400 reel on a $39 rod?

Oops…I must have neglected to include one of these     with my original reply.  Handy little things, really.  I find that they can often clarify even the most senseless posts.  HTH. Cheers, Bill

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Okay. You fellas have lost me again. What is the logic to putting a $400 reel on a $39 rod? Reeling with confusion, Bug

Hook, line and sinker, and pole too! — Frank Reid Reverse email to reply

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Okay. You fellas have lost me again. What is the logic to putting a $400 reel on a $39 rod? Reeling with confusion, Bug – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – Not that I would ever stoop to a Cabela’s Three Forks, but, just for the sake of discussion, what reel would make a good fit?  You might want to check out the San Miguel Vision by Ross or Abel’s Super Series.  I don’t think that you’ll be disappointed with either choice.  HTH. Cheers, Bill —–= Posted via Newsfeeds.Com, Uncensored Usenet News =—– http://www.newsfeeds.com – The #1 Newsgroup Service in the World! —–==  Over 80,000 Newsgroups – 16 Different Servers! =—–

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Okay. You fellas have lost me again. What is the logic to putting a $400 reel on a $39 rod?

The logic is that you spent way too much on a reel and you only have $40 to spend on the stinking fly rod….

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Not that I would ever stoop to a Cabela’s Three Forks, but, just for the sake of discussion, what reel would make a good fit?

Ross San Miguel.  Perfect fit for that rod.  

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Not that I would ever stoop to a Cabela’s Three Forks, but, just for the sake of discussion, what reel would make a good fit?

 You might want to check out the San Miguel Vision by Ross or Abel’s Super Series.  I don’t think that you’ll be disappointed with either choice.  HTH. Cheers, Bill —–= Posted via Newsfeeds.Com, Uncensored Usenet News =—– http://www.newsfeeds.com – The #1 Newsgroup Service in the World! —–==  Over 80,000 Newsgroups – 16 Different Servers! =—–

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Not that I would ever stoop to a Cabela’s Three Forks, but, just for the sake of discussion, what reel would make a good fit? Bugger p.s. Curiosity…

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- Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – I will sponsor "Flies of the World" for the first fly tying information swap.  What I propose to offer is one fly tied of the following sets. 1.  your single most successful dry fly 2.  caddis, caddis, caddis all three stages. 3.  anything may fly from one nymph, dun, spinner, spent. 4.  your favorite terrestrial, INCLUDING dragon fly, crane, etc. 5.  your favorite stone fly dry and nymph 6.  parachute anything 7.  emergers, emergers, emergers diptera, caddis, etc. 8.  Fresh water Streamer.  Salt Water Streamer. 9.  Steelhead Fly 10. Salmon Fly Each fly will be photographed and if the tier can provide tying photos, all the better.  Each fly should have a photo of tier at vise.  Each fly should have a narration of how to tie it and also the why of it and how and when it is used.  The story is vital.  Latin terms are welcome and fly tying book references of pattern used also encouraged.  "I tied this fly up using Ernie Schwiebert’s book on "Nymphs" found on page # xxx. (for example) Those who are interested and who offer up their talents, will be entered into our companies "Flies of the World Wide Web Site" which is viewed all over the world.  I hope to make this a major factor in the world of fly fishing information over the Internet. This is an "Intellectual Swap" each tier becomes part of a major data base of fly tying information in an electronic book where I hope to keep you preserved for all time. The tying format outline will constructed so everyone uses the same quality steps from "Hook Size & Make" all the way through to finished product.  Each tier will have a full page display and lay out all their own for EACH FLY offered. We will reserve the right to edit and help the lay outs as much as possible so each tier is presented in the best light and as interesting as possible. The comments of our Flies of the World gets each month is remarkable and the interest on going.  We just need more of the same from serious fly tiers and fishermen just like you. Materials of all kinds are found in unusual places and sometimes it is helpful if a rare material’s source is divulged.  Synthetics are allowed for one major reason.  To make the first fly out of Polar Bear requires the death of a magnificent animal.  Yet, there are sources where old taxidermy mounts are salvaged and someone has a large piece they are willing to share, or better yet a synthetic that is used which safeguards Polar Bears from further hunting just to tie that first fly. It simply makes sense that synthetics be allowed and especially when some of them make it difficult to tell the difference between them and the real thing.  We are here to learn and we are here to contribute to a finer world of fly fishing through helping each other and wildlife in general as best we can. Anyhow, this will be Rofft’s place in the sun where dreams, reality, and the final product are shown and preserved for all mankind.  We want to know what you look like and we want your stories and thoughts.  It makes no difference if you can spell or not.  Its your enthusiasm that counts. The above layout of flies can be submitted one fly at a time but each tier should have a chance to include what is important at their pace for each fly takes thought and it is, as I’ve always said, "A contemplative man’s sport." I expect to reach "A Thousand & One" fly patterns in time.  I want YOU to be part of what fly fishing is about to you and hopefully that you will share a little of it with others.  I  hope some of you like this idea, can use it to promote quality concepts and who are willing to donate a little of your time to help others . . . all over the world. This generation of Roffian Tiers needs to be preserved for the future. I want you to be part of it.  I bar no man of sport. — George Gehrke Mr. Gink  

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The previous posts on the RRR provided a great description of the weather, the river and the activity.  This was my first smallmouth fishing opportunity as well as my first clave. Until the clave, most of my fly fishing experience was limited to largemouth and bluegills in ponds, lakes, and slow moving rivers. The clave was an outstanding introduction to fishing for smallmouths.  It was also the first time I fished a river like the Rapp – and really learned to appreciate a wading staff. It was hot and there were a number of challenges, but it was also a great learning experience.  With some coaching from Wayne and Frank Reid, I caught my first smallies, had the opportunity to try out a float tube and a kayak, and to learn a lot about heat stress.  Special thanks to Allan Epps for his help with the kayak. Bottom line – I really enjoyed the chance to meet and fish with the other clave attendees, a great group.  Looking forward to the next time – maybe trout? Thanks Al Poklemba

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Al,    Glad you have you along.  That was the "newbie initiation" clave.  Hot weather, humidity, low water, high water, tough fishing, all designed to weed out the chaff.  Depending on your point of view, it will only get better.       Frank Reid

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(nice TR snipped) Thanks Al Poklemba

Al, it was our pleasure to fish with such a gentleman.  I have some great small stream jaunts for Brookies in the SNP  or Mossy Creek for a spring creek experience, and the Jackson River for a big trout water experience.  Just let me know and we’ll hit the creeks! Wayne to fish is human…to release Divine!

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Al,   Glad you have you along.  That was the "newbie initiation" clave.  Hot weather, humidity, low water, high water, tough fishing, all designed to weed out the chaff.  Depending on your point of view, it will only get better.      Frank Reid

smallie or two, what with the tough fishing and all.  Looking forward to seeing you next year on the Rapp. Frank (chaff) Church in Elkhart, IN bassbugr AT yahoo dot com "jes’ blowin’ in the wind"

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Hey Frank baby, what’s up with the Mr. G. intro? Op

– Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – Al,   Glad you have you along.  That was the "newbie initiation" clave.  Hot weather, humidity, low water, high water, tough fishing, all designed to weed out the chaff.  Depending on your point of view, it will only get better.      Frank Reid smallie or two, what with the tough fishing and all.  Looking forward to seeing you next year on the Rapp. Frank (chaff) Church in Elkhart, IN bassbugr AT yahoo dot com "jes’ blowin’ in the wind"

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But now, everyone knows I am a Tube Freak.  I read an article in Bassmaster Magazine on Weightless fishing French Fries.  So I tried it today with a tube.  Used my 7′ MH Loomis spinning rod with 8 pound Trilene XT (Green) line, and a 3/0 Owner wide gap offset hook.  Weedless hooked the 3-1/2" tube.  Now the wind was blowing 15-20 mph steadily this morning.  So my first couple of casts drifted way off target, until I got use to the super slow (3-4 seconds a foot) fall of this rig.  I had to cast 50-60 feet to one side of the target and then let the lure drift in.  Boy if you are impatient at all, this is not the rig for you!  But it really works!  The rig is so light that you feel nothing, so when you feel anything, SET THE HOOK!  I lost a few at first until I started setting the hook on the slightest bump. You can’t tell if you just bumped a weed, rock, log, or if there is a big bad bass on the other end.  It is weird, but I caught more fish today because of this rig. I threw a spinnerbait, weighted tube, jig-n-pig, lipless crank, and caught fish on all of them, but no way near what I was catching on this weightless rig.  I like the results, but hate the slowest of the rig and the no feel part of it.  I like to feel and know what my lure is doing, but you can’t with this rig.  Try it, it works, and yes it will drive you crazy getting use to it. — Tourney Bassin Directory Maximizing the Bass Angler’s Internet Experience! http://qba.home.att.net/

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I sometimes fish small (4" or less)weightless plastics on a Fly Rod and most of the flys I fish are much lighter than the plastics. The key , atleast for me has been to keep my rod tip pointed at the fly ,plastic or otherwise,(boy that would start a argument) and really concentrate on not letting any slack between me and the fly. I really have to pay attention to what I’m doing, but if the bass are shallow man!! They just can’t stand it. Charles – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – But now, everyone knows I am a Tube Freak.  I read an article in Bassmaster Magazine on Weightless fishing French Fries.  So I tried it today with a tube.  Used my 7′ MH Loomis spinning rod with 8 pound Trilene XT (Green) line, and a 3/0 Owner wide gap offset hook.  Weedless hooked the 3-1/2" tube.  Now the wind was blowing 15-20 mph steadily this morning.  So my first couple of casts drifted way off target, until I got use to the super slow (3-4 seconds a foot) fall of this rig.  I had to cast 50-60 feet to one side of the target and then let the lure drift in.  Boy if you are impatient at all, this is not the rig for you!  But it really works!  The rig is so light that you feel nothing, so when you feel anything, SET THE HOOK!  I lost a few at first until I started setting the hook on the slightest bump. You can’t tell if you just bumped a weed, rock, log, or if there is a big bad bass on the other end.  It is weird, but I caught more fish today because of this rig. I threw a spinnerbait, weighted tube, jig-n-pig, lipless crank, and caught fish on all of them, but no way near what I was catching on this weightless rig.  I like the results, but hate the slowest of the rig and the no feel part of it.  I like to feel and know what my lure is doing, but you can’t with this rig.  Try it, it works, and yes it will drive you crazy getting use to it. — Tourney Bassin Directory Maximizing the Bass Angler’s Internet Experience! http://qba.home.att.net/

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Tourney; We been doing this for several years in the west. It works real well. You might try the spider grubs also. Good fishin * Sent from RemarQ http://www.remarq.com The Internet’s Discussion Network * The fastest and easiest way to search and participate in Usenet – Free!

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I also forgot to say, fish the slack line and don’t try to feel everything. Feel for the pressure or tightness in the line. I’ll bet if you had been a little slower on your feel and waited for the presure, you would have hooked more fish.  Good luck with it. It’s a great tech. especially on pressured or inactive fish. * Sent from RemarQ http://www.remarq.com The Internet’s Discussion Network * The fastest and easiest way to search and participate in Usenet – Free!

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I especially like to fish this rig in clear water.  Not only because I think it is more natural, but I can see what my lure is doing.  You are correct about the feel.  It is hard to detect a strike and I missed many fish when I started fishing this rig.  Just remember to do like most plastics, point the rod tip at the lure, reel up slack and set the hook.  Just don’t take your time doing it. I like tube baits in a pearl, blue/black and I also fish worms rigged the same way and have been catching fish.  Most effective for post spawn fish, but I use it all year as well Spencer

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Kits are usually very bad.  Just buy a vise and some thread and material. – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – I’m new to fly fishing.  I would like to buy a fly tying kit (vise,ect…). It does not have to be new.  Does anyone have one to sell or know of anyplace that has good deals on complete kits? Curtis remove the nospam for email reply.

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I thought the ‘el cheapo I got from Cabella’s was fine…   However, your local shop may have one just as good, with some advice on where to enter some classes. – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – I’m new to fly fishing.  I would like to buy a fly tying kit (vise,ect…). It does not have to be new.  Does anyone have one to sell or know of anyplace that has good deals on complete kits? Curtis remove the nospam for email reply.

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- Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – I thought the ‘el cheapo I got from Cabella’s was fine…   However, your local shop may have one just as good, with some advice on where to enter some classes. I’m new to fly fishing.  I would like to buy a fly tying kit (vise,ect…). It does not have to be new.  Does anyone have one to sell or know of anyplace that has good deals on complete kits? Curtis remove the nospam for email reply.

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I’m new to fly fishing.  I would like to buy a fly tying kit (vise,ect…). It does not have to be new.  Does anyone have one to sell or know of anyplace that has good deals on complete kits? Curtis remove the nospam for email reply.

Hi Curt, before you buy have a look at www.flyanglersonline.com Tight lines ! Mike Connor

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Kits are usually very bad.  Just buy a vise and some thread and

material. World without end, Amen.  When I was in FF retail, I steered everybody away from the kits, explaining they could get a decent start on materials,etc. and actually get stuff they will use by buying compnents selectively and individually for about the same amount of $..   I still have some claret saddles from my first kit, purchased from GL Herter in 1963.  If you want memories and materials you will never use, get a kit. Otherwise, just buy as much stuff as you can afford and build from there.

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Curt, DO NOT BUY ANY KIT! Do yourself a favor and go to a reputable flyfishing shop (not a general fishing store) and get the name of a fly tyer in your area that you can contact. Get in touch with that person and see if he or she will give you 10 minutes of his/her time. If yes, describe your situation and ask for advise. Most tyers I know are happy to help a beginner get started in tying with advise that will point you in the right direction. Good luck and if you want, you can e-mail me. Allan

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Don’t buy a kit, Here is my basic selection for a beginner tying trout flies.  Add items as you learn more about tying and know what you want..   1 Thompson A Vise 1 pair of scissors 1 Bobbin 1 Hackle pliers 1 Hair stacker 1 Box Mustad Hooks 94840 size 12 (dry) 1 Box Mustad Hooks 3906 size 12 (wet) 1 Spool thread (black) 1 Spool thread (brown) 1 Spool thread (red) 1 Spool floss (yellow) 1 Spool floss (red) 1 Spool gold tinsel 1 Spool silver tinsel 1 Neck (grizzly) 1 Neck (brown) 1 bunch peacock herl 1 patch deer hair 1 rabbit face 1 card Chennile (black) 1 card Chennile (brown) 1 card Chennile (red) — Ernie Harrison Remove NOSPAM to send E-Mail Selling my Fly Fishing Books Go to: http://users.ccnet.com/~emh – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – I’m new to fly fishing.  I would like to buy a fly tying kit (vise,ect…). It does not have to be new.  Does anyone have one to sell or know of anyplace that has good deals on complete kits? Curtis remove the nospam for email reply.

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i totally agree with allan…….tying kits are a waste,

SNIP Depends where you get the kit.  Buy one from a small, conscientious, family business and you will be well served.  May I recommend www.wwdoak.com Keep your stick on the ice, Thos.

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I’m new to fly fishing.  I would like to buy a fly tying kit (vise,ect…). It does not have to be new.  Does anyone have one to sell or know of anyplace that has good deals on complete kits? Curtis remove the nospam for email reply.

Curt, When I started tying I bought a Thompson Pro vice for $32.00 and only the tools and materials I needed to tie one type of fly. This way you don’t waste money on a kit which may contain cheap materials or materials that you’ll never use. I buy materials from a fly shop where you can examine the materials and get help. I have purchsed materials from Cabela’s and have been disappointed. Ron

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Harry, I would agree you don’t have a hobby, yours is an addiction.  Perhaps you should start going to Fly Tier’s Anonymous meetings. — Ernie Harrison Remove NOSPAM to send E-Mail Selling my Fly Fishing Books Go to: http://users.ccnet.com/~emh – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – Hobby ? now that’s an interesting way to think of this "tying" thing. I have one complete room and most of a two car garage involved in this "hobby." I have more tyed up in hooks than my first car cost. In feathers, well lets say one year of tuition  at Cal Berkeley would be an equal and fair trade. I know, I have tried too trade   Harry < snip By the way, dyeing things is a neat hobby also…..

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Harry, I would agree you don’t have a hobby, yours is an addiction.  Perhaps you should start going to Fly Tier’s Anonymous meetings.

  Been there , done that  :-)   Harry (everyone there wanted flies)

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Harry, I would agree you don’t have a hobby, yours is an addiction.  Perhaps you should start going to Fly Tier’s Anonymous meetings.  Been there , done that  :-)  Harry (everyone there wanted flies)

Harry,  you went to the wrong lodge ! Where I was they all wanted pattern recipes for using up the most outlandish materials you ever heard of ! Like how to tie up ten thousand hoppers using the hair from the nether parts of white rhinoceroseesseess

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In a couple of weeks, I will be taking a trip for a couple days of fishing on Dale Hollow then a couple of days at Table Rock.  I have never been on either one of them.  Anyone have any advice on how to fish and what to use.  Any ideas would be appreciated. Thanks

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I am envious.  I have not been on table rock in 10 years.  Table rock is full of bass and a few rainbow’s.  There are a few main rivers that empty in to Table rock.  One is the white river.  This river has decent fishing, but it soon turns shallow.  The other river is the Roaring River.  Matter a fact I would recommend canning the trip to table rock and heading up to Roaring River State park.  Buy a day pass, at last check it was $3, and fish your heart out.  The state park stocks the river with trout from the hatchery at the end of the park every night.  The limit was 5 trout and they are mighty good eating.  Roaring river is about 5 miles from Eagle Rock landing on tablerock.  If you like to fly fish, you will not find a better place in which to practice the fine art. Let me know if you wand any further info on Roaring River. IF you still want to go to table rock you will find great coves with plenty of dead cover.  That is, plenty of trees and stumps.  The bass are thick as theives.  If you go down by the dam the water is about 150 feet deep.  This is good fishing.  The water gets pretty warm in the summer. So the fish tend to run deep in the daytime. I hope you have luck.  If you need any further recomendations please let me know.  This is where I spent my summers for years. Deon Smith

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: In a couple of weeks, I will be taking a trip for a couple days of fishing : on Dale Hollow then a couple of days at Table Rock.  I have never been on : either one of them.  Anyone have any advice on how to fish and what to : use.  Any ideas would be appreciated. I fished the B.A.S.S. Missouri Invitational on Table Rock a few weeks back and I love the lake. If you haven’t booked a place to stay yet I stayed at a place called the Lighthouse Lodge in Kimberling City. A guy named Dave owns it and I really liked him. He is a fair source for where the fish are too. And no I don’t get no kick back or anything else from him. Although I haven’t fished Dale Hollow I was up there this spring to look around and it LOOKED a bit like Table Rock. Judgement based on standing no shore and looking at the lake. So take it for what its worth. Back to Table Rock. Best pattern I saw was fishing CEDAR trees. I could catch nice fish by dragging a lure through the tree and coming in contact with the tree. Stopping right after it hits and I would get bit. This was in varying depths of water. Could be as little as 8 feet and as much as 40. One guys method was to crank a stick bait down into the tops of trees in DEEP water and let it sit there. Move it a bit and let it sit again. It was too slow a pattern for me. Another good lure/method was to through light line with no weight and a Zoom minnow imitation to the tops of trees and let it sink. Twitching once in a while. This was a killer combination IF you had the right color. Color was key here. Just keep trying colors till they start tearing your arms off. Next was gravel points. Look for pea gravel on points and I used jerk baits. This was my best pattern. Both lakes are extremely clear water so long casts are a must. And remember that conditions change and what was working last month may not this month. Oh and when we were there the fish were spawning. Many people caught limits by sight fishing beds. Good fishing, All About Computers      | (810) 456-3894 (work) 2887 Pontiac Ct.         | (810) 373-6865 (home) Auburn Hills, Michigan   | Single and not taking applications. 48326                    | Interviews maybe.

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Does anyone have knowledge and advice re: flyfishing for smallmouth in the Russian River. Thank in advance Bill C

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Does anyone have knowledge and advice re: flyfishing for smallmouth in the Russian River. Thank in advance Bill C

Use crayfish patterns of 1" to ! 1/4" in length.  Rust color to almost black.  Best time for these patterns is late summer and fall.  Best smallmouth fishing is above Wholer Bridge to Cloverdale.  Use a canoe to drift the river. you will have best luck around the vineyards as people can’t get there to swim as easily as they can when they get close to roads. Good Luck —                                     Jeff Olsen If you don"t know your rights,                                            you have none.

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I will be on vacation in a few weeks near Branson.   would appreciate information of good fishing streams in area.  I know about Roaring River, but not others. Don Whipple

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I will be on vacation in a few weeks near Branson.   would appreciate information of good fishing streams in area.  I know about Roaring River, but not others. Don Whipple

Don, You should check out the White River in Arkansas.  It offers a lot more variety than Roaring River.   The White is located near the Mountain Home area,  about two and a half hours from Branson.  There are plenty of big browns,  rainbows,   cutthroats,  and brookies to keep you busy for a day. As of lately there has been plenty of low water for wade-fishing. If you want to stay closer to Branson,  try Lake Taneycomo.   I have heard a lot of good things about the fishing there. Have fun on your vacation. Bryan B. P.S.  I am a guide on the White River,  if you decide to come to Arkansas,  drop me a line via e-mail.

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 Last July, my wife and I spent a fabulous week at a wilderness  outpost cabin in the heart of British Columbia.  Our hosts were  Rhonda and Duncan Stewart of Stewart’s Lodge and Camps.  This is  a fantastic lodge with access to over 20 lakes and streams from  the main lodge on Nimpo Lake.  They also have several wilderness  outpost locations.  We chose the wilderness outpost location for  our honeymoon.  Everything was perfect.  The rainbows averaged  1-3 pounds and were anxious to devour several well-known flies.  We had the entire lake to ourselves for 4 days.  There were no  trails or roads into this place.  The Stewart’s have erected a  wonderful cabin that is more than comfortable.  We enjoyed  hiking, canoeing, backpacking, and lots of fishing.  I’d like to  go back and catch the huge rainbows in the river locations.  Stewart’s lodge is located near Tweedsmuir Provincial Park.  This  is a beautiful park with plenty of great hiking opportunities.  It reminded me of Glacier Park with one exception…no people.  You virtually have most areas to yourself.  Stewart’s Lodge and Camps is a great place for fisherman and  non-fisherman alike.  I know that we will go back soon.  I’ll be  happy to answer any questions about our experience.  You can also  find out more information at their WWW site:  http://www.on-the-fly.com  Sincerely,    David Neils            3919 Benthaven Drive  Fort Collins, Colorado 80526

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:  Last July, my wife and I spent a fabulous week at a wilderness :  outpost cabin in the heart of British Columbia.  Our hosts were :  Rhonda and Duncan Stewart of Stewart’s Lodge and Camps.  This is stuff deleted… You can also call Rhonda or Duncan for a full color brochure/newsletter. This is well worth reading if you are planning a fly fishing adventure to Canada. Call 1-800-ON-THE-FLY Tell them I sent you. David Neils

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Planning a Memorial Day Weekend trip to the Housatonic and have never fished the area.  Looking for help regarding spots and hatches.  Will be staying at Housatonic Meadows State park.   Thanks and Tight Lines! — MICHAEL DeVERE

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Michael, From your campground at Housatonic Meadows North on Route 7 to the Covered Bridge in Cornwall is the entire Trout Management Area.  Anyplace you see a spot where you can squeeze in a car, on either side of the road,  will get you to the River.  Many people like the pool just below the covered bridge, but I have found the entire stretch excellent. The CT State Hatchery is stocking 9,000 Trout into this section on May 22.  This will add to an already abundant, but wise, population. Caddis Flys (Green, Black, Cream, Tan, Brown & Grey) seem to be big producers this week.  Also Caddis Emergers fished in the film are doing well. Look for Ephemerella Dorothea (Little Sulphur in about a size 16) to be hatching during your stay. Good luck. Greg Greg

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Planning a Memorial Day Weekend trip to the Housatonic and have never fished the area.  Looking for help regarding spots and hatches.

The Housie has lots of hatches. Baetus, brown and green caddis (#14-16), maybe March Browns, Green and Brown Drakes if you’re lucky, are all likely to be present. Figuring out what the trout are working on is the biggest challenge. There are lots of trout, virtually all stocked fish, despite fishkills in recent years brought about by hot water and poor water management. River flows are controlled by releases from a power dam, which is operated on weekends primarily for the benefit of canoeists and kayakers. This generally means high water difficult to fish from 9AM to 5PM. One strategy is to fish the north end of the Trout Management Area (about a mile or so above the covered bridge and best accessed from the east side) early in the AM, and move downstream as the water there starts to rise between 8 and 8:30, ending up at the south end around 10 or 10:30, and repeat the trip in the late afternoon. The daily rise and fall of water flow tends to put the trout down during the transition. The Housie gets a lot of fishing pressure, but one can almost always find areas that are not crowded, and it offers a good variety of conditions, from fast pockets to smooth pools.  Check in with Phil at the Housatonic Meadows Fly Shop on Rte 7; take his recommendations with a grain of salt, but he does know the river.

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There’s a fly shop right opposite the campgrounds with good info and excellent local ties although my recollection is that proprietor is a little close mouthed until your wallet becomes visible. A;lso call river club info number for daily updates by the most knowledgeable Ed Kluck who records report daily. 203 248 8616. Also water releases tape # is 203 824 7053. Note that it takes two hours for head of water to reach the campground from the time the release starts at dam at Falls Village.

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