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I am the north west end of town (Champions Forest). Is there any fishing within 20 mile distance. Thank you.

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I am the north west end of town (Champions Forest). Is there any fishing within 20 mile distance.

You really picked the wrong part of the planet for fly fishing local waters. That said, technically within youi 20 mile radius: Buffalo Bayou, Cypress Creek, Spring Creek, Lake Woodlands. The far west end of Lake Houston and the WF San Jacinto River [canoeable] Bane Park has a perch pond that I occassionally go to harrass sunfish. There is an artificial set of ponds near the Galleria at Richmond/Post Oak. I haven’t not fished White Oak Bayou much inside the loop, but did hookup with a fairly decent 24" carp once in the concrete channel above some riprap.   Accessing White Oak is probably best accomplished by Bicycle. That said, I’m moving to Conroe!     Nyah!

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Hi Mike, Here in northern California our #1 selling fly rod is a 9′ #5 and our second is a 9′ #6. I think that an 8′6" or 9′ #4 is a distant third. If you just fish small streams, I would go for a #4, for all around trout, lakes and streams, I would try a #5, but for trout in lakes and warm water fishing a #6 is very vestal. Also, for those who are unaware of the slow change in the industry, multi-piece rods are taking a bigger part of the market place.

– Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – I’m going to visit my son in Phoenix in February and would like to buy a 4-piece graphite travel rod.  We will probably fish for trout in the mountains, but I would like an all purpose rod I can use back home.  A six weight seems most versatile. Any suggestions from ROFF readers? Mike

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Sage has discontinued the RPL – I’m not sure about the RPL+.  They have, however, brought back some of the RPL models as the new VPS series.  The 690 (9′-0" 6wt) is available in a 4 piece blank or rod, and is my rod of choice for large waters.                                 Michael   – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – Mike, there are brands and models to suit almost all budgets. Most importantly, you should find a good shop and cast a few to see which suit your style. Personally I can vouch for Sage RPL (now RPL+ series), I have had a 4pc RPL 5wt for 5 or 6 years. It is very strong (though heavy) and has survived many trips, falls, knocks and even being trodden on a few times. Cheers JK

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Steve, the 5/6 designation means the rod is spined for a 5 weight forward or a 6 double taper.  Kerry Evans

– Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – You didn’t say what price range you would be interested in Mike, but I will recommend the one I use, from St. Croix.  A  9′ 6 wt 4 pc (medium action) for $160. Worldwaters (www.worldwaters.com) has the st croix imperial 8′6" 5/6 weight on sale for $99.  I’m not affiliated with them; just a satisfied customer. Steve PS: If anyone else out there has this rod, do you recommend a 5 or 6 weight line with it (for a beginner)?

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You didn’t say what price range you would be interested in Mike, but I will recommend the one I use, from St. Croix.  A  9′ 6 wt 4 pc (medium action) for $160. Worldwaters (www.worldwaters.com) has the st croix imperial 8′6" 5/6 weight on sale for $99.  I’m not affiliated with them; just a satisfied customer. Steve PS: If anyone else out there has this rod, do you recommend a 5 or 6 weight line with it (for a beginner)?

Steve,   I have an Imperial, 4 piece 5/6 weight rod.  This was my first graphite fly rod which replaced my fiberglass, Fenwick.  I think it’s a fine rod.  I use #6 WF and DT on this rod and haven’t tried a #5 line. Sometimes, when I have a lot of line out, I feel that the #6 lines are overloading the rod a bit.  Might pay to try it with #5 line before you purchase line.  At $99, this rod represents a good value.   This last season, I fished 99% of the time with an Ultra Ledgend, 4 piece, 4 weight and now take the 6 weight along as a spare.  For lake fishing or when there are strong winds, the 6 weight works a bit better but I sure like the Ultra. Bob Skinner   Buffalo, WY —

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Mike, there are brands and models to suit almost all budgets. Most importantly, you should find a good shop and cast a few to see which suit your style. Personally I can vouch for Sage RPL (now RPL+ series), I have had a 4pc RPL 5wt for 5 or 6 years. It is very strong (though heavy) and has survived many trips, falls, knocks and even being trodden on a few times. Cheers JK

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Mike, there are brands and models to suit almost all budgets. Most importantly, you should find a good shop and cast a few to see which suit your style. Personally I can vouch for Sage RPL (now RPL+ series), I have had a 4pc RPL 5wt for 5 or 6 years. It is very strong (though heavy) and has survived many trips, falls, knocks and even being trodden on a few times. Cheers JK

I will second that.  I purchased a Sage 4-piece 5-wt. RPL+ for a trip to the western Aleutians, and liked it so much that it is now my primary rod for bigger streams and lakes.

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You didn’t say what price range you would be interested in Mike, but I will recommend the one I use, from St. Croix.  A  9′ 6 wt 4 pc (medium action) for $160.

Worldwaters (www.worldwaters.com) has the st croix imperial 8′6" 5/6 weight on sale for $99.  I’m not affiliated with them; just a satisfied customer. Steve PS: If anyone else out there has this rod, do you recommend a 5 or 6 weight line with it (for a beginner)?

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on sale when I’m ready to buy? :-/) Steve, I believe the 5/6 designation is the manufacturers way of saying for a DT line, use a #5.  If you’re using WF line go for the #6 weight. Also, for a beginner, I feel the heavier line will help you feel the rod load on the backcast.  This particular rod is a moderate action and will handle a 6wt line just fine.  FWIW. Frank Church Elkhart, IN USAF RETIRED – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – You didn’t say what price range you would be interested in Mike, but I will recommend the one I use, from St. Croix.  A  9′ 6 wt 4 pc (medium action) for $160. Worldwaters (www.worldwaters.com) has the st croix imperial 8′6" 5/6 weight on sale for $99.  I’m not affiliated with them; just a satisfied customer. Steve PS: If anyone else out there has this rod, do you recommend a 5 or 6 weight line with it (for a beginner)?

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I’m going to visit my son in Phoenix in February and would like to buy a 4-piece graphite travel rod.  We will probably fish for trout in the mountains, but I would like an all purpose rod I can use back home.  A six weight seems most versatile. Any suggestions from ROFF readers? Mike

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You didn’t say what price range you would be interested in Mike, but I will recommend the one I use, from St. Croix.  A  9′ 6 wt 4 pc (medium action) for $160.  Probably the best buy out there for the price.  Go to www.stcroixrods.com and check out their online catalog.  Now, on the low end of the scale, if you don’t want to spend alot of money, check out Cabela’s 3 Forks combo rods.  They have an 8′6" 6 wt (slow to medium action) rod for a paltry $39.99 (rod only)  Don’t let the low price scare you off.  I have their 3 and 5 wt 3 Forks rods, and they are a surprisingly decent rod. @ $59.95 but you can order the rod only….and take a look at their new 5 pc rod for about 70 bucks.  Hope this helps. Frank Church Elkhart, IN USAF RETIRED – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – I’m going to visit my son in Phoenix in February and would like to buy a 4-piece graphite travel rod.  We will probably fish for trout in the mountains, but I would like an all purpose rod I can use back home.  A six weight seems most versatile. Any suggestions from ROFF readers? Mike

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I’d like to hear your thoughts on a new project I’ve been working on, any suggestions would really help. The idea is to take people fishing or hunting in a corporate aircraft up north or anywhere, instead of driving or taking the airlines and then a bush plane. I can fly people right into the lodges. I just want to hear what you guys think of this. For example I can take people to the James Bay area or Middle Quebec round trip for about $2950 canadian, or $1925 US for three days. I can take a maximum of four people in an executive cabin, so that could mean only $481 US each if there is four of you, each extra day would cost $135 US / day since the aircraft is grounded. Not bad eh! I can fly into any airport up there. Most lodges and guides have small strips which are easily accessible. I can even take Americans from the US into Canada. All trips of course being very flexible and up to you to plan. The aircraft is a pressurized twin Cessna 340A model used for executive and general charters out of Toronto. Please let me know what any of you think. This is in no way a publicity stunt but a way for me to find out if these trips can work out. Thank you and good fishing Ian Mathers

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Not sure of that out of Toronto.  But I know some American that might go for it. Ron

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Could you *really* get lead poisoning from crimping split shot with your teeth? Bryce

Over time, yup. Peter

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No, but you could get a hernia in your hemostat. — Ernie Harrison Fly Fishing Books, Blood Knot Machine Wading Boots, Making Rods, Fly Tying Box Go to:  http://users.ccnet.com/~emh – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – If you’re worried about lead poisoning, crimp it hard with your hemostats. Works for me.Pete C Could you *really* get lead poisoning from crimping split shot with your teeth? Bryce

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The lead paint was a problem because kids actually eat the paint. Lead is not soluable so unless you inadvertantly swallow the shot its probably a low level problem. The one exception I see is if you get some lead caught in your teeth. Lead is soft and it could stick to a filling or crevas in you teeth and later come off when your chewing food. – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – Could you *really* get lead poisoning from crimping split shot with your teeth? Bryce I don’t know.  Better safe than sorry. Pete C Young children have been known to contract lead poisoning from gnawing objects painted with lead based paint( in the old days!) — Bill

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Change brands of shot.  Some are harder than others and definitely stay on better.

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Don’t cast. Stalk. — TimW, Halfordian Golfer "Guilt replaced the creel…"

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Try running the leader through the split twice before crimping.  This does put a wrap on the outside of the shot that may be subject to wear.  I have also used figure 8 knots on thick leader to prevent sliding.  That knot is relatively easy to undo. William Buchman

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I’ve bought cheap split shot, I’ve bought expensive split shot but no mater what I try the damn things inevitably fall off (or slip down to the fly.)  I also tried tying on a dropper line with a small knot to keep the split shot from sliding off but, of course, it slid off.  Anyone else have this problem and a solution.  Thanks. Brian

Brian Putting the other smart-assed answers aside, I’ll assume you’ve done all the usual things.  Probably you are overhead casting, perhaps some fasle casting, and putting some effort into it to avoid clipping your ears.  Since the splitshot loads up the rod more, the whole contraption is now arriving at the end of the cast with some violence, sending your splitshot into the opposite bank at just under mach one. So instead of high powered overhead casts, use a gentle lob with a big open loop, a flick or a roll.  I usually allow my line to pull out straight downstream at the end of the drift, then pull gently toward the point upstream that I’m casting to.  A little flick and the line just rolls out without any fuss.  My 9 1/2′ seven wt. is the only rod I’ll use a conventional small loop, overhead cast with splitshot, as it has enough length and muscle to keep the line up without any extra effort on my part.   Instead of all sorts of fancy replacements and gimmicks; stop false casting, slow down your delivery, open up the loop and let the rod work.  Stepping down to a lighter or slower rod may help too. Peter

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Tie a knot over the split and make sure the knot is over the back side of the split and not along the crimp seam. If its on the seam it will open up the crimp and you lose another shot. You will never lose a shot this way. – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – I’ve bought cheap split shot, I’ve bought expensive split shot but no mater what I try the damn things inevitably fall off (or slip down to the fly.)  I also tried tying on a dropper line with a small knot to keep the split shot from sliding off but, of course, it slid off.  Anyone else have this problem and a solution.  Thanks. Brian

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Scrap the paper off of those "twister ties" that come on loaves of bread……use them for sinker action…..I love ‘em. – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – I’ve bought cheap split shot, I’ve bought expensive split shot but no mater what I try the damn things inevitably fall off (or slip down to the fly.)  I also tried tying on a dropper line with a small knot to keep the split shot from sliding off but, of course, it slid off.  Anyone else have this problem and a solution.  Thanks. Brian

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Don’t cast. Stalk. — TimW, Halfordian Golfer "Guilt replaced the creel…"

Don’t cast. Plop! Mr. G. "Guilt replaced Catch and Kill with Catch & Release" ; ) "cast, drift . . . cast . . . drift . . .?" Is this nymph going to work or not Tim?

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Pinch shot onto line and see if that helps. – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – I’ve bought cheap split shot, I’ve bought expensive split shot but no mater what I try the damn things inevitably fall off (or slip down to the fly.)  I also tried tying on a dropper line with a small knot to keep the split shot from sliding off but, of course, it slid off.  Anyone else have this problem and a solution.  Thanks. Brian

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I’ve bought cheap split shot, I’ve bought expensive split shot but no mater what I try the damn things inevitably fall off (or slip down to the fly.)  I also tried tying on a dropper line with a small knot to keep the split shot from sliding off but, of course, it slid off.  Anyone else have this problem and a solution.  Thanks. Brian

Hi Brian, Sometimes the problem is squeezing them on to tight, especially if you’re using lead shot.  The lead shot is a lot softer than the "lead free" stuff and if you’re using either your teeth (not good – lead is poison you know), or forceps to close the split and you squeeze too hard, it opens up the back part of the split and the shot slips all over the place.   I usually put the split shot on the line and squeeze it with my fingers just hard enough to hold it.  Then I will take my forceps and squeeze it shut from the back of the shot, not from the split side.  I watch the split close and when it meets and compresses slightly I *stop* squeezing.  This way you close the back of the split securely and you can see if you’ve overtightened it.  It rarely moves with this technique.  However, as Peter and "another damn guide", both pointed out excessive forceful false casting may knock it loose anyway. Use water-loading as much as possible instead of false casts when fishing nymphs with shot (easier to do, and fewerangles). I’ve also used the "wrap it through twice" trick that William Buchman suggested, especially on soft BB shot and it works well.  I always expect it to break where it’s wrapped around the shot and it never does.  I’m still nervous about doing that, but it does stop it from slipping.                       Hope this helps,                              Dan Dan Gracia Orvis

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Put it between two molars and bite down.  It’s always worked for me. Later,     – Ken

Lucky bugger, I haven’t got two molars:-I — Bill

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I have two molars Bill, but they don’t meet. — Ernie Harrison Fly Fishing Books, Blood Knot Machine Wading Boots, Making Rods, Fly Tying Box Go to:  http://users.ccnet.com/~emh – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – Put it between two molars and bite down.  It’s always worked for me. Later,     – Ken Lucky bugger, I haven’t got two molars:-I — Bill

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If you’re worried about lead poisoning, crimp it hard with your hemostats. Works for me. Pete C

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If you’re worried about lead poisoning, crimp it hard with your hemostats. Works for me.Pete C

Could you *really* get lead poisoning from crimping split shot with your teeth? Bryce

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Could you *really* get lead poisoning from crimping split shot with your teeth? Bryce

I don’t know.  Better safe than sorry. Pete C

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Could you *really* get lead poisoning from crimping split shot with your teeth? Bryce I don’t know.  Better safe than sorry. Pete C

Young children have been known to contract lead poisoning from gnawing objects painted with lead based paint( in the old days!) — Bill

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first pinch with your hemostats/pliers then try reducing the force of an number of your false casts DryFly Another Damn Giude – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – I’ve bought cheap split shot, I’ve bought expensive split shot but no mater what I try the damn things inevitably fall off (or slip down to the fly.)  I also tried tying on a dropper line with a small knot to keep the split shot from sliding off but, of course, it slid off.  Anyone else have this problem and a solution.  Thanks. Brian

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I’ve bought cheap split shot, I’ve bought expensive split shot but no mater what I try the damn things inevitably fall off (or slip down to the fly.)  I also tried tying on a dropper line with a small knot to keep the split shot from sliding off but, of course, it slid off.  Anyone else have this problem and a solution.  Thanks.

Um, you *are* crimping them closed, aren’t you?

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no problem! Do  not use split shot.  Use twist ons.  Trust me the way to go if ya gotta get down.

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I’ve bought cheap split shot, I’ve bought expensive split shot but no mater what I try the damn things inevitably fall off (or slip down to the fly.)  I also tried tying on a dropper line with a small knot to keep the split shot from sliding off but, of course, it slid off.  Anyone else have this problem and a solution.  Thanks. Um, you *are* crimping them closed, aren’t you?

Maybe God is telling him to use dry flies. — something bogus to avoid spam)

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I’ve bought cheap split shot, I’ve bought expensive split shot but no mater what I try the damn things inevitably fall off (or slip down to the fly.)  I also tried tying on a dropper line with a small knot to keep the split shot from sliding off but, of course, it slid off.  Anyone else have this problem and a solution.  Thanks. Brian

_______ Brian, you should learn to tie your own leaders.  Go andbuy yourself a complete set of hard and soft Maxima Leader Material in clear mono. Order a bottle of Knot-Perfect from me for $3 which I will absorb shipping charges and labor/handling, etc.  A deal, I assure you. Use Knot-Perfect on each knot and at the tippet knot, use them as stoppers for your lead. There are other ways, but for nymphing, and/or lead flat/wire at knots, you will be much better off then using tapered leaders.  Tapered, single strand leaders take a lot of mobility and tricks away from you. Reconsider:  - or – shall we all revisit "Hand Tied Leaders" (?) I love making them. See: http://www.gink.com Place an  order and I’ll include a surprise.  I sort of am able to do things other employees can’t.  I’m the President. Mr. G.

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I’ve bought cheap split shot, I’ve bought expensive split shot but no mater what I try the damn things inevitably fall off (or slip down to the fly.)  I also tried tying on a dropper line with a small knot to keep the split shot from sliding off but, of course, it slid off.  Anyone else have this problem and a solution.  Thanks. Brian

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I’ve bought cheap split shot, I’ve bought expensive split shot but no mater what I try the damn things inevitably fall off (or slip down to the fly.)  I also tried tying on a dropper line with a small knot to keep the split shot from sliding off but, of course, it slid off.  Anyone else have this problem and a solution.  Thanks.

Put it between two molars and bite down.  It’s always worked for me. Later,      - Ken — Not speaking for anyone but myself

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I’m interested in fishing from a kayak and have seen ads from a California company that makes a molded plastic catamaran-style kayak they claim is "designed for fishermen."  Anyone have any experience with Mendocino Kayaks? Obviously I’d like something that paddles easily, is relatively stable, light-weight and car-toppable.  I’d welcome comments and suggestions.

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I currently own an Ocean Kayak malibu II, I love it. Its a two seater so maybe a single for you? The "sit on top" kayaks are real stable to fish from , which is my main reason for my purchacing one. I dont know your type of fishing, mine is fly fishing salt water flats and channels.Maybe this will help. Good luck mike – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – I’m interested in fishing from a kayak and have seen ads from a California company that makes a molded plastic catamaran-style kayak they claim is "designed for fishermen."  Anyone have any experience with Mendocino Kayaks? Obviously I’d like something that paddles easily, is relatively stable, light-weight and car-toppable.  I’d welcome comments and suggestions.

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Anyone care to share their opinion on when they feel is the best time of day to fly fish for browns?

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Anyone care to share their opinion on when they feel is the best time of day to fly fish for browns?

Hi         Brown’s are generally nocturnal feeders. Evening around dusk is when I fish them. Have my best luck then. Up here we are fighting for a night time fishery for them. We have suceeded in certain areas. Take Care and Tight Lines Joel Sampson Micro Computer Co-ordinator Computer Services Saint Mary’s University 923 Robie Street Halifax, Nova Scotia Canada (p) (902) 420-5880 (f) (902) 496-8103 http://140.184.111.30/default.htm

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Anyone care to share their opinion on when they feel is the best time of day to fly fish for browns?         Sure, NIGHT.  Late.  After midnight.  No better time to catch the King of the road. JE

Just before dark, or right at nightfall. -Burton — L. Burton Hawley           2330 NW Hummingbird Corvallis, OR

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Anyone care to share their opinion on when they feel is the best time of day to fly fish for browns?         Sure, NIGHT.  Late.  After midnight.  No better time to catch the King of the road. JE

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Anyone care to share their opinion on when they feel is the best time of day to fly fish for browns?

…Try night fishing…unless your happy just catching the little ones!

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Thanks for the URL correction guys. I spend too much time in DOS. BTW the illustrations will be in it within the wek and more to come. Thanx again Bob S — Bob Sheedy Arctic Fire Software Home of THE FISHING LOG and MASTER ANGLER http://www.articfire.com/arcfire/fishing.htm

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Lake Fly Fishing Instructional HTML The first in a series of HTML Instructional Pages is now ready for your viewing. These are in depth segments from the Canadian Waters School of Fly Fishing Manual. They pertain mostly to Lake Fly Fishing and the forage involved and deal mainly with the Prairie/ high prairie regions but the information is valuable anywhere. One segment is available each month and this months features Mayflies. There is no password required and no charges for viewing. This is for public information and education. Look off : http:\www.articfire.com/arcfire/fishing.htm Locate the Lake Fly Fishing Instructional Pages by Bob Sheedy, the author of the manual. Many other informative articles, software and fly patterns available as well.

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Hi Dave, Here is the URL, which I just used.  = http://www.articfire.com/arcfire/fishing.htm  Go to =               Bob Sheedy’s               Stillwater Fly               Fishing               Instructional http://www.articfire.com/arcfire/mayfly.htm and enjoy the descriptions. Regards, — = =9F Len =9F —– Leonard Campbell                                                                                                = PO Box 972,                                                                                                                     = 168 Old Center Harbor Rd         = Center Harbor, NH 03226

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     I’ll be in the Old Forge, NY area during the last week in July. Does anyone know if it’s worth bringing my flyrod?

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Yes it is if you have an opportunity to fish Nicks Lake. You will need a canoe (which can be rented from Tickners in Old Forge), since motors are not allowed on Nicks. Heavily stocked with brown and brook trout. Throw on a size #18 adams and have fun.

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Definately check out the West Canada Creek when you’re in Old Forge.  Late July, most of August you’ll likely find prolific hatches of what are locally called "whiteflies".  Size 12-14-16 light cahills work fine.  Good luck!

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You want: Trout and Salmon Rivers and Lochs of Scotland Bruce Sandison Merlin Unwin Books.

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I’m new to fly fishing and planning to be in Yosemetie national park in the end of august.Does anyone know where I should go for good fishing? How about any rules or regulations I should be aware of? I also hope to do

Best fishing at end of August will be in the many backcountry lakes. Plenty of water this year, most high lakes will not thaw until August. Many secluded areas, but they entail a little extra work to reach. Those areas in North Boundry Country can be quiet and some along east side.  Tuolumne Meadows is a good base.  Campground reservations call 800 365 2267.  Permits required for backcountry overnight trips, 50% on a first come bases, 50% in advance (March-May31).  Great hikes and fishing within 3-7 miles. Try the following flies: Timberline Emerger, Stimulators,  Chironomid Pupas, Black Matuka, Mini Leech, Bright Butt Woolly Worm.  Rainbows, brooks, browns, and golden trout, up to 14 inches, most smaller. Goldens , if you haven’t seen them, they are the most beautiful in the world.  I’ll be fishing this country myself early August.  Give me a Randall Kaufmann

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: I’m new to fly fishing and planning to be in Yosemetie national park in : the end of august.Does anyone know where I should go for good fishing? How : about any rules or regulations I should be aware of? I also hope to do : Best fishing at end of August will be in the many backcountry lakes. : Plenty of water this year, most high lakes will not thaw until August. : Many secluded areas, but they entail a little extra work to reach. : Those areas in North Boundry Country can be quiet and some along east : side.  Tuolumne Meadows is a good base.  Campground reservations call : 800 365 2267.  Permits required for backcountry overnight trips, 50% : on a first come bases, 50% in advance (March-May31).  Great hikes and : fishing within 3-7 miles. : Randall Kaufmann Randy and Andy, I will be in the Yosemite backcountry working at the Vogelsang highcamp.  Friends of mine who have worked there in the past say there are some really nice lakes with excellent fishing contrary to the fishing in the valley.  Also, my spies say there is a lake up there that has some beautiful cutthroats.  Most of these lake are sort secret gems tucked away in the cover of the mountains. I would be happy to talk with anyone interested in the Yosemite backcountry.  C&R only.  Maybe we can go fishing together.  I’ll be up there all summer long until middle September. BTW, Mike Tucker, if you are reading this.  Thankyou for the great outfit you set me up with.  It really is the perfect Sierra backcountry trout setup.  Another VERY satisfied customer of Grizzly Creek Trading Company am I.   Regards, George Chan — *George M. Chan                         * "Yea, but bacon tastes good,  * *                                       *                               *

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I’m new to fly fishing and planning to be in Yosemetie national park in the end of august.Does anyone know where I should go for good fishing? How about any rules or regulations I should be aware of? I also hope to do

I was in Yosemite last August and had mixed feelings.  The senery is spectacular, but the throngs of crowds are hard to take.  I felt like I was still in the city, the only difference, we were robbed by bears instead of people (I think I’d prefer people, more predictable).  Anyway, fishing in that area is tough due to a lack of water in the late summer.  Don’t even think about fishing in the Valley, no water, too many people and probably very few fish. We did manage to fish in the east end of the park.  There are fewer people in that area.  There is a big lake near the pass, just east of the park boundry (can’t rember the name) with good fishing from the bank all around it.  There is also a tiny creek that runs along the road a few miles west of the lake.  We had a blast catching tiny Golden Trout.  They were only about 6" to 8" long but were really hard to fool. Happy Trouting!

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I’m new to fly fishing and planning to be in Yosemetie national park in the end of august.Does anyone know where I should go for good fishing? How about any rules or regulations I should be aware of? I also hope to do

My advice is to avoid Yosemite Valley in the Summer.  It’s a zoo. There are many other beautiful but lower-key areas of the Sierra Nevada. While I haven’t been there in 5 or 6 years, the Devil’s Postpile/Red’s Meadow area east of Yosemite used to be a less crowded alternative, and the scenery is spectacular.  

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I’m new to fly fishing and planning to be in Yosemetie national park in the end of august.Does anyone know where I should go for good fishing? How about any rules or regulations I should be aware of? I also hope to do

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