Monday, April 29, 2013

A Spring Afternoon

Yesterday afternoon was spent with a few gents who find small streams, wild brook trout and nature a plus in this hectic fast paced world. We all agree that wild brook trout and those special places where they call home some of the best medicine one can take.


This particular stream had its best face on. Sparkling clear cold waters, with a gravel bottom of many colors.


As can be seen here there's so much more to this small stream angling. Mark the photographer getting close, with Steve and Kirk looking on.


Steve trying to coax one to the fly.



I fished only two flies this day and this was the most productive for me. Harry Murray's "Mr. Rapidan"

On this day I had the pleasure to bring a few wild jewels to hand.....I'm thankful.



A beautiful spring afternoon spent with some buddies who can appreciate the simple beauty in "Brook Trout Forest"


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22 comments:

  1. Outstanding post Brk Trt. Job well done by the Fly Addicts!

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    1. TROUT1,
      Thanks.
      We had an enjoyable time Pete.

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  2. Looks like a good time! Sorry I couldn't make it up. Headed out after work. I was fishing a Mr. Rapidan at one point as well on Sunday to some large wild browns. No takers for me. Glad we are getting some rain today. Enjoy the fine fishing.

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    1. Apache Trout,
      Thanks.
      John wish you could have made it.
      No rain here, but sure could use it.

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    1. TexWisGirl,
      Thanks.
      Kinda thought you would like it.

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  4. very nice, looks like you all had a great day out.

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  5. Benefit of fishing small streams - no waders! looks like you guys had a fun time. thanks for posting

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    1. LQN,
      Thanks.
      Oh yes, hikers and wet feet, love it.

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  6. Nothing better than a spring afternoon spent with friends on a small stream!

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  7. Beautiful. I like "Brook Trout Forest." And good to see a Mr. Rapidan. I need to try that one out here.

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    1. Jim Yaussy Albright,
      Thanks.
      Jim by the way it's a great book.
      He's a good fly.

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  8. Everybody's getting out. Isn't spring wonderful.

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  9. That first pic definitely screams "Spring is Here"!!
    Looks like a wonderful day with a couple of good friends , just can't beat that.

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    1. HighPlainsFlyFisher,
      Thanks.
      It sure does, and it surely was.

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  10. Looking a lot like spring finally. Those fish are beautiful - thanks for sharing with us.

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    1. Casey,
      Thanks.
      It's here and I for one love it.

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  11. Alan
    The fishing trip is always better when you are fishing or hanging out with others who love the sport as much as you do. thanks for sharing

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    1. Bill Trussell,
      Thanks.
      Not only that but we can learn a few new things.

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