Fishing Outlook & Conditions
Water Temp:
75
Bert Ouellette's Tip of the Week
The Housatonic River is at 223 CFS. The river is low With water temperatures in the Mid 60s early morning, but warming Up quickly in the late afternoon due to the low water flow. On warmer days, you must check the temperature periodically to make sure you’re not fishing for trout in water above 70° The smallmouth bass fishing has been good and should continue into fall . As a reminder If you catch a trout the warmer water temperatures should be played and released quickly try not to over exhaust the fish. All fish should not be overplayed bring them in as quickly as possible for a safe release Smallmouth bass are on the bite streamers in all colors have been working very well throughout the day. The top water popper bite is on popper in all colors and sizes have been working well. Have fun out there! Spiked boots, wader belt,wading staff and polarized sunglasses are highly recommend when fishing the Housatonic River. Fishydude.com
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Water Flow Data
5-Day Outlook as of 9/4/24
Seasonal air temperatures predicted for the next . fishydude.com
Techniques & Tips as of 9/4/24
The water temperature has cooled down a little it’s starting to become more tolerable for trout mostly the a.m. and early evening. If you are trout fishing you should be checking the water temp throughout the day to make sure the water temperature is not over 70° As a reminder, all thermal refugee areas are off-limits to Fishing till September 15. . Have fun out there! Fishydude.com
Local Species Available All season
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Trout
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Smallmouth bass
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pike
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carp.
Bert Ouellette's Recommended Fly Patterns
"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:
Name: | Colors: | Size(s): |
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Blue Winged Olive | Blue wing olives | 20-26 |
Sparkle Dun | ISO Brown | 12-14 |
Elk Wing Caddis | Tan Caddis | 16-18 |
Flying Ant | Black/Red | 18-24 |
Stonefly Nymph | Black / Golden | 6 /14 |
Pheasant Tail Nymph | natural | 12-22 |
Fly Formerly Known As Prince | Golden -Brown | 10-12 |
Bead Head Caddis Pupa | tan/brown | 16-18 |
Caddis Larvae | Green / tan | 14-18 |
Wolly Bugger | BLK / Brown ? olive | 6-10 |
Bert Ouellette'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:
5-Weight 9' Fly Rod
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Best Floating Fly Line:
WF Trout Fly Line
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Best Sinking Fly Line:
Bank Shot Sink Tip Fly Line