The second stream. This stream is but a few miles from the the first stream and generally flows through the same terrain. I seem to like it for its scenic, and so quiet, not to mention its brook trout are very friendly.
The day started out on the cool side, I was glad I threw the flannel shirt in the car the night before, it felt great under the fleece jacket. I stopped at a Dunkin', which was nearby, for a coffee and a raisin bagel. I drove to the stream and parked alongside and enjoyed my breakfast as the sun filtered through the woods. At that time of day you can expect to see most anything and I looked to see if I could catch some wildlife moving, but that was not to be. So I finished breakfast and rigged up and started my quest.
The stream affords you some easy access and some tough areas. Briars are exceptionally sharp this year. I cast my first offering of the day into a long smooth run, a Picket Pin wet fly. I stripped the fly slowly and lifted the rod at various times. On about the fourth time a form appeared from no where to take the fly. Soon a brook trout lay in the water along the bank waiting for a photo. This was not to be for he soon turned and was back home in a second.
The stream is like a Thomas's english muffin, full of nooks and crannies, light and shadow. But when your fly is in the right nook a wild brook trout will oblige.
As I worked my way down the stream and the sun filtered on the stream it appeared the trout, at least a few were on the rise. I changed flies and tied on a dry. It did not take to long before one of this streams colorful residents took the fly. A quick photo and a thank you and he was on his way.
Although I do enjoy the two streams I have told of, this is my favorite.
How do you fish a place like this?
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ReplyDeleteI know that a short rod is the custom here, but would a 9 ft. work for very short cast? One could even use the long rod to release enough line to dead drift in some of the runs. Just wondering??? Thanks for sharing some beautiful images of the streams and of the brookie!!
Bill Trussell,
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I don't know about using a 9 footer. It may work in some casting situations. Most of the fishing I do is from the banks, and with some of the vegetation when grown in would make it tough. I will tell you this, the finest rod I've used has been an Orvis Small Stream Special. It's a 7ft, 5wt. I use this rod often.
My suggestion, along with Bill's. I prefer a short rod but have been told that a 9' rod would work better. Beautiful stream and challenging as well.
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Like I have explained to Bill, my opinion would be it's to long. Then again if that's what you have by all means use it.
That's what makes fly angling so wonderful.
If I was on that stream, I'd take a stab at it with my new Tenkara rod. Can't wait for the first fish on that rod. New experiences and all.
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Many believe that these streams are perfect for Tenkara.
Great post. Some beautiful fish and pics too. I tend to fish a spot like the last with box full of flies and my 3wt St.Croix Avid rod :) Then collect my flies from the branches after I am done fishing the hole :) Tight Lines.
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That's one way of fishing that place.
lovely looking stream and the colours on the brookie are beautiful.Looking at the picture of the hard to get at pool it looks almost impossible to fish, maybe a catapult cast with a wee rod might be possible?
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A small rod would be an asset for sure.
I don't fish places like that often. I'm actually thinking of hitting a stream like this next weekend. I have a 3wt 7ft St Croix. For situations like the one in your last pic I guess I'd try a bow and arrow cast. The bad part is landing the fish. Looks like there is a ton of stuff to get wrapped around.
ReplyDeleteKevin Frank,
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That's a fine rod for that stream. And if hooked, they will find that stuff to get wrapped around.
So glad to know places like this exist. So glad to see those sparkling fish. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteJim Yaussy Albright,
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We are both glad that they are still available.
Like a Thomas's english muffin.... love it! Beautiful Brookies I can see why it's a favorite!
ReplyDeleteFly Waters Edge-Kevin May,
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At times that could sum it up.
Wonderful! Coffee, scenery and trout.
ReplyDeleteDarren MacEachern,
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You said it friend.
Like a Thomas's English Muffin...I'm with Kevin.
ReplyDeletelooks like a wonderful place to fish a small light rod...much like fishing some of the smaller water up in Rocky Mountain National Park.
Sanders,
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Short and light, works very well.
Beautiful, bookmarked your blog but haven't looked in a very long time. Seems you've upgraded layout and photos? Many blogs don't look this good -- delish small water, and fish.
ReplyDeleteIf I may chime in on rod ques -- longer rod in tight spaces might work on the dap, but walking around is huge hassle. And the shorter rod not only travels better, but we small water nuts like to cast, and hit a spot. And that take is one of the thrills, if not thee thrill of it all. I love it.
Some short rods will do better with a line heavier, or a WF. You may be casting 15' at most, just leader at times. Rod has to load. And don't forget to dial down on leader -- has to turn over, and long tippets mean trouble. I use leaders about a foot longer than rod, tippets about 20". Usually 6x. And it's a blast and a half. Have fun!
DarrellKuni,
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Welcome back.
That sums it up pretty good. Having fun is key.