Fishing Outlook & Conditions
Water Temp:
63
Orvis Westlake's Tip of the Week
Smallmouth are in and feeding aggressively!! Fishing in the morning and evening is your best opportunity to throw poppers. Baitfish patterns will up you on fish all day long. Just look for structure where the fish are hiding.
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Water Flow Data
5-Day Outlook as of 5/18/22
Warmer Temps are on the way for the weekend. Rain is on and off the week to come, but it's needed rain with the low water levels.
Techniques & Tips as of 5/18/22
Stripping streamers is your best success!
Local Species Available Spring
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Smallmouth
Orvis Westlake's Recommended Fly Patterns
"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:
Name: | Colors: | Size(s): |
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Hawkins Triple Double | Brown | 4 |
Schultzy's Single Fly Cray | Olive | 6 |
Conehead Bunny Muddler | White or Black | 8 |
Sneaky Pete Popper | Black | 4 |
Schultzy's Single Fly Cray | Olive | 4 |
Freshwater Clouser | Chartreuse/White, White/Olive | 6 |
Hawkins Triple Double
The Hawkins Triple Double rabbit streamer fly will draw big fish from the deep.
3.99
Item #5E1R
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