Long Range Fish Report
From Sportfishing
From Sportfishing
Fish Report for 9-17-2011
Right now "still water nymphing" might be the best technique for fly fishing at Bridgeport
9-17-2011
Tom Loe
Bridgeport is acting much like Crowley. The weeds are consuming the open water in the creek channels which have been red hot for the last few weeks. Far less algae at Bridgeport but it is starting to bloom around the marina and launch ramp areas. The drop off right in front of the "sheep masters" Jefferies marina is becoming a go to spot for tubers and bait fishers. There is open water at 14 feet with holes into the Walker channel. Perch fry, damsel nymphs, callibaetis, and chironomids are all on the menu here.
I have had great success still water nymphing this season and I would focus on locating a clear spot in the weeds as close to an inlet as possible, as opposed to trolling a streamer in the limited weed free water currently. The pond weed will begin to abate as the water cools and the late fall fishing here is looking to be excellent.
Our photo shows Lynette Hampton displaying a gorgeous Bridge brownie caught recently in Buckeye Bay on a callibaetis pattern while fishing with me in shallow water. Not bad for your first time on the lake Lynette, could you keep Jeffery on vacation?
I have had great success still water nymphing this season and I would focus on locating a clear spot in the weeds as close to an inlet as possible, as opposed to trolling a streamer in the limited weed free water currently. The pond weed will begin to abate as the water cools and the late fall fishing here is looking to be excellent.
Our photo shows Lynette Hampton displaying a gorgeous Bridge brownie caught recently in Buckeye Bay on a callibaetis pattern while fishing with me in shallow water. Not bad for your first time on the lake Lynette, could you keep Jeffery on vacation?
Photos
< Previous Report Next Report >
More Reports
Tom Loe Reports
for Saturday, September 17th, 2011• Toe Loe takes a look at Fall Fly Fishing in the Eastern Sierra
Crowley Lake: When fly fishing at Crowley the trick is to locate and attract fish with some size
Owens River: The flows are definitely affecting the Lower Owens. You might try a drift boat.
East Walker River (CA): The East Walker may be setting up for a big fall fly fishing season
Hot Creek: Try hoppers in pockets behind large rocks at Hot Creek
San Joaquin River: If you are a dry fly fisherman, try the riffles on the San Joaquin
• Some info on the "Second Summer" Trout Derby
Owens River: No "Bigs" in the Upper Owens yet, but that will change when the migration from Crowley begins
Adobe Pond: Adobe Pond home to wild browns. Do you you want to fly fish there?
Eagle Lake: Is Eagle Lake the "Best rainbow fishery in California"? Tom Loe thinks it is.
Tom Loe Reports
for Monday, August 22nd, 2011• Stillwater Fly Fishing - Crowley Lake or Bridgeport which one to choose?
Eagle Lake: Sierra Drifters Is Taking Reservations for Eagle Lake Fall Outings
East Walker River (CA): Look to add more weight on the East Walker if you don't get any strikes
Owens River: Upper Owens has great fishing conditions right now, but the fishing promises to get better
Hot Creek: Grasshoppers in the afternoon rock on Hot Creek
San Joaquin River: The San Joaquin is not only beautiful right now but it also has great fishing
Owens River: Early Mornings on the Lower Owens are best
LongRangeSportfishing.net © 2024. All Rights Reserved.
Website Hosting and Design provided by TECK.net
Website Hosting and Design provided by TECK.net