Monday, November 19, 2018

It's The First

Although the calendar says that winter is still over a month away, around here it has been in full swing. The last week saw some pretty cold temps along with wind and a 6 inch snowfall. The first snow always has that magical feeling to it, it's the reality of what happened that shocks the body later on. Well I enjoyed it and took some time to explore a stream. It's so beautiful to see fresh snow all the way to the waters edge. The only tracks are that of deer and squirrels.



The stream was flowing swiftly. It looked dark and cold with the exception of a bright sunspot upon it when the sun was so generous. I started with a dry fly as I usually do. In short time I realized that was not the best choice. I personally have indicators that tell me if a dry is going to work, and those indicators told me "not today"....so wet flies and streamers and....


Sudden changes in weather can turn a stream off very quickly and put the bite in slow mode. Luckily I found a few willing to take Salars Nemesis.


Places like this just beg to be fished, and I wasted no time. I bumped several fish in the pool, and finally hooked one.


He followed the fly as it swung through the outer frothy water and took it as it neared the surface.


The family is all grown up. They have moved on to perhaps warmer climes.


An attention attractor.










17 comments:

  1. My morning just got a little brighter, thanks Alan.

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    1. bill piatek
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      Bill I hope it gets brighter here. We have some real cold stuff on the way.

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  2. I saw on the National News that you got some snow. Your friends have you in their thoughts.

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    1. Mark Kautz
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      Mark we can handle this, but the next 25 is the problem.

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  3. Good on you, Alan! Neither rain nor sleet nor snow ... ;=)

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    1. William Shuck
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      Bill me and the postal service. That icy mix is nasty.

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  4. Great to read Alan, well done. I can't wait for the first flurries of snow here as it means centrepin reel & trotting time for me & after not being out for 2 years with them Im so looking forward to it again.

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    1. George
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      George I have never used a centerpin outfit. I have seen them used for salmon and steelhead, and they were effective.

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  5. No idea why any Brookie would think that pattern is edible. But they work, for sure. Look at Atlantic Salmon patterns. With the snow and temps currently, I bet even the Church pool is relatively empty (anglers not fish). Time for some serious cooking.

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    1. John Dornik
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      John fish can be so gullible at times. I believe Church pool is probably at flood stage. There is a run above Church that I've fished in the past, and especially in cold weather that has given up some fantastic trout.
      What are you cooking?

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    2. Traditional American thanksgiving fare.

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  6. Alan,
    Another fascinating thread especially the "attention getter" at the bottom! Wonderful use of texture and color and general attractive shape! I was watching this snow storm as is buzzed thru our Ohio Valley and made it's way east and slightly north! I thought you guys were getting hammered in Connecticut!
    Nothing to eat or drink on this entry? I enjoy that part of your blog very much!
    From cool and refreshing Ohio,
    Dougsden

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    1. Dougsden
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      Doug most of the snow is now gone, next is the bitter cold for Thanksgiving. Hot turkey and the fixins should fit well.

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  7. Glad you connected with some beauties, Alan. Great winter like pictures to boot. Amazing the amount of rain we get this year, seems it never stops with sun shining a rare event. The leaves in my yard may have to wait until spring for the final clean up.

    Even the controlled flow of the Swift River was roaring plenty as I fished for a couple of hours yesterday. I could not believe the flow, with the water coming over the dam at its upstream source. One fish was connected with by accident as my streamer dangled below me at one point, but was quickly off as it took line and headed to fast water.

    Best Regards and Happy Thanksgiving,
    Sam

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    1. Parachute Adams
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      Sam the underground buckets are full. Some of the trees like the oaks are still holding on to their leaves.
      No matter the current it seems that a trout will take a streamer, a good fly choice for sure..
      Happy Thanksgiving.

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  8. Alan
    It takes a dedicated fisherman to brave the elements!!!! Thanks for sharing

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    1. Bill Trussell
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      Bill dedicated to a point. Those cold rainy days of late fall can chill you to the bone. A fish or two can warm you right up though.

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