The Catch Fishing Report-Alaska Edition 06-21-06
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Gunnison Valley fishing is approaching it's peak. Here is the official report from Almont Anglers:
East River - The river has dropping and clearing, though still a bit tricky to wade. Caddis have been active in the afternoons. Some BWOs, PMDs and golden stoneflies also have been on the water. Nymphing still is the most consistent approach. Try a dropper rig with Pheasant Tails, Copper Johns, Princes and stoneflies, with the heavier fly on the top and a trailer in sizes 12-14. Remember, the East River is open to fly fishing only.Gunnison River (Upper from Almont to Blue Mesa) - Flows are dropping and leveling off, the river has regained a lot of clarity, and a smorgasbord of green drakes, caddis, PMDs and stoneflies has been active on the lower portions. Only the drakes are missing from the upper portion. Suggested fly patterns include caddis in yellow (size 18) and black (size 14), orange stoneflies (size 12), yellow Sallies (size 16) and mayflies (size 14-18). This is a great time to fish here, as the crowds are yet to arrive.
Taylor River - The river generally is dropping and relatively clear. Caddis have been active in the afternoon, along with some BWOs, PMDs and golden stoneflies. Hopper patterns are another good bet. Fish are still holding close to the banks, in eddies and the deeper holes. Most fish are still being caught under the surface with stonefly patterns, No. 6-12; green drake nymphs, 12-14; caddis pupae, Pheasant Tails, Copper Johns and Hare’s Ears, all in sizes 10-16. Streamers are still producing well.
Thanks to Almont Anglers for the report. Check back in a few days for an Alaska Fishing update!
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Mark
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