Fishing Outlook & Conditions
Water Temp:
48
Orvis Westlake's Tip of the Week
When indicator fishing, experiment with different split shot ammounts. Try adding and subtracting shot to find the ‘sweet spot’ where you are in contact with the bottom, but you aren’t getting snagged every other cast,
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Water Flow Data
5-Day Outlook as of 3/24/25
Conneaut is running low this week making for tougher fishing. Some rain over the weekend would improve things.
Techniques & Tips as of 3/24/25
When fishing low and clear water conditions, lighter leaders, softer indicators, and smaller flys can still bring fish to the net. Practice stealth when approaching a pool and change flys often.
Local Species Available Winter
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Steelhead
Orvis Westlake's Recommended Fly Patterns
"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:
Name: | Colors: | Size(s): |
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Zonker | White, Olive | 6, 8 |
Tunghead Stonefly | Black | 10,12,14 |
Conehead Bunny Muddler | White or Black | 6,8 |
Meg A Egg | Orange, Peach,Chartr | 8 |
Princess Nymph | Pink | 10, 12, 14 |
Rubber legged Stonefly | Black | 8 |
Egg Fly | Orange, Pink, Chartreuse | 8, 10, 12 |
Freshwater Clouser | Chartreuse/White, White/Olive | 6 |
Orvis Westlake's Recommended Gear
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Best Leader:
Super Strong Plus Leaders
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Best Tippet:
SuperStrong Plus Tippet in 30- and 100-meter spools
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Best Fly Fishing Rod:
7-Weight 10' Fly Rod
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Best Floating Fly Line:
Salmon/Steelhead WF Fly Line
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Best Sinking Fly Line:
Bank Shot Sink Tip Fly Line