Down But Not Out: Runoff

6 favorites for fishing when the rivers are running high, and dirty. Sometimes you need to think outside the box.

Wire Worm, Woolly Bugger Cranefly, Tequelly, Polar Shrimp, Pat's Rubber Legs
Wire Worm, Woolly Bugger Cranefly, Tequelly, Polar Shrimp, Pat's Rubber Legs

April 2019


Warmer weather is here, and we've all be anxiously awaiting the chance to get back out fishing flies larger that size 22, without wearing layers upon layer upon layers.But with the warmer weather comes melting snow and stained rivers. When cabin fever strikes, you have two options: 1) hit a juicy Stillwater or 2) brave the high flows and murky conditions on your favorite river. Both sound awesome to me, but if you're adamant about heading to the river, you're going to need a game plan to find success in the chocolate milk. Fortunately, with an open mind, you'll be striking gold while others stay home.