I got out over the weekend to do some scouting. We just took a drive and found some very interesting streams. A few were streams that flowed through state lands and several that were on private land. I guess I'll be knocking on a door or two in the coming weeks to see if I can fish these streams.
Here's a beautiful spot. Lots of hemlocks and very fishy looking. I could see a trout rising to a "bomber" here come April.
It's that time of year again for maple syrup. Some still collect the sap the old fashioned way. Near this one stream these buckets were almost on every tree.
I like this stream. Not much interference. The road getting there could use some serious work.
This little fellow darted into the road right in front of us. He pranced about for a minute or two. When I got out of the car he ran to momma.
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Gorgeous streams hope to see pictures from a few of them this year. Also just got the flies yesterday and they look absolutely great, thanks again. I will be using them this weekend on the White.
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I hope to show you a few.
Glad you like the flies, and hope they produce for you. Have a good trip.
Nice pictures as always, maybe spring really is coming. Was there any sap in the buckets?
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Yes there was. I talked to a buddy of mine who lives in Burlington and he told me it's been a slow year so far. Things may pick up in the next week.
oh, that little squirt at the end is too cute! love the streams, too!
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He was all hopped up 'til I got out of the car, then mommy was called.
Nice, good looking streams Alan. Need spring to come sooner.
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They say the next few days will be the real thing. Lets hope.
Picturesque Al!! As always outstanding!!! Good Stuff. Won't be long now!!
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I can hear the Hendrickson's.
Those streams look great, looking forward to reading about how you get on fishing them.
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All I need is permission to fish them, hope I can.
I would have to say that overall, you guys have the nicest looking small streams I've seen anywhere.
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I agree.
Those ought to produce some healthy fish.
ReplyDeleteRM Lytle,
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I'm thinking the same. Now to get access.
Nothing quite as exciting as the anticipation of fishing a new stream. You are definitely blessed with an abundance of beautiful waters , thanks for sharing them with us as well.
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Yes we are. Most are on state lands but there are some beauties on private land too.
Good find! Maple syrup, and small streams make for a good combination. I am itching to get outdoors but this weather....
ReplyDeletePeter Carlson,
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I guess the next few days are going to be pretty nice. Get some maple syrup and a good vanilla ice cream and have at it.
Nothing like a little cow butt shot to make your day.
ReplyDeleteMark Kautz,
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Do you think he was sending a message?
The idea of fishing a new stream in the neighborhood of those hanging sap buckets seems endlessly intriguing to me. Thanks for the scouting report!
ReplyDeleteThe idea of fishing a new stream in the neighborhood of those hanging sap buckets seems endlessly intriguing to me. Thanks for the scouting report!
ReplyDeleteWalt Franklin,
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Those sap buckets are probably why the land is posted.
Great Spring drive. I like thinking of all the secret holes in all the secret streams flowing through the land.
ReplyDeleteJim Yaussy Albright,
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Wonderful indeed Jim.
Alan, I agree with the others here on their comments. Not much to add to them, except, good luck on fishing some of the private waters. I will look forward to reading more when you do.
ReplyDeleteMel Moore,
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I will enjoy totally my bringing them to you friend.
"thin blue lines
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Wonderful words to bring us on this first day of Spring.