This past week was tough fishing, and the water temp
remained cold, especially during the weekend. Big winds have been in effect as
well making for sub-par drifts with control issues. Flows are low and the upper
section is already getting skinny sending most rainbows downstream to a deeper
pool or run for a more protected lie. There have been aquatics out, and
Saturday had PMDs, March Browns, Gray Drakes, and a few BWOs. On Sunday the
hatch was weak at best. Just an observation, but the past few dry years has affected
the MFFR by way of not only low water, but non-flushing flows. So many good
runs and pools have really filled up with silt, small cobble, and lumber.
Help is on the way this coming week with a booming heat wave
that is sure to help increase better fishing conditions. Look for the weeks
ahead to become better every day. Dry
fly action will pick up as well (finally) as risers have been few and sparse. The
Middle Fork Feather River has had very low pressure, and plenty of blissful days of solitude have been had. It's just plain awesome being out there!
I want to personally thank the members of the Peninsula Fly Fishers who were my guests for the Middle Fork Feather Fly Fishing Tour on Sunday,
I had the greatest time sharing with you all! It was a real pleasure fishing with
you, creating new friendships, and reconnecting with past friends. On a side
note, every one of my guests was blown away at the natural beauty the MFFR has
to offer, it truly is a “Wild & Scenic” river.
Escape, seek out, and explore.
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