Fishing Outlook & Conditions
Temp:
41°
Water Temp:
47
Bert Ouellette's Tip of the Week
The Housatonic River is at 2360 CFS and dropping Caution should still be taken at this level Only very experienced Wade fisherman should enter the river and stay in the slower moving water. It is best to fish the smaller rivers and streams in the area. The Farmington river is a good choice. There are some sporadic hatches of midges, early dark stones and small Bluewing olives and a few caddies Hopefully, we will see a Hendrickson hatch this season. I have not seen any fish feeding on the surface on the Housatonic The smallmouth bass fishing is starting to pick up with pre-spawn bass on the bite. Have fun out there! Spiked boots, wader belt,wading staff and polarized sunglasses are highly recommend when fishing the Housatonic River. Fishydude.com
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Water Flow Data
5-Day Outlook as of 4/18/24
A mix of rain and snow predicted for the next few days fishydude.com
Techniques & Tips as of 4/18/24
Nymphing has been good using small nymphs, Small slender black stones, Caddis pupa, Midge pupa, The streamer bite has been good with the warmer water temp. Have fun out there! Fishydude.com
Local Species Available All season
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Trout
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Smallmouth bass
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pike
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carp.
Bert Ouellette's Recommended Fly Patterns
"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:
Name: | Colors: | Size(s): |
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Blue Winged Olive | Blue wing olives | 20-26 |
Sparkle Dun | ISO Brown | 12-14 |
Elk Wing Caddis | Tan Caddis | 16-18 |
Flying Ant | Black/Red | 18-24 |
Stonefly Nymph | Black / Golden | 6 /14 |
Pheasant Tail Nymph | natural | 12-22 |
Fly Formerly Known As Prince | Golden -Brown | 10-12 |
Bead Head Caddis Pupa | tan/brown | 16-18 |
Caddis Larvae | Green / tan | 14-18 |
Wolly Bugger | BLK / Brown ? olive | 6-10 |
Bert Ouellette's Recommended Gear
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Best Leader:
Super Strong Plus Leaders
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Best Tippet:
SuperStrong Plus Tippet in 30- and 100-meter spools
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Best Fly Fishing Rod:
5-Weight 9' Fly Rod
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Best Floating Fly Line:
WF Trout Fly Line
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Best Sinking Fly Line:
Bank Shot Sink Tip Fly Line