Fishing Outlook & Conditions
Water Temp:
38
North Country Angler's Tip of the Week
Fish with articulated streamers below the dams. These areas are ice free and fishable.
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Water Flow Data
Orvis-Endorsed guides nearby
Lopstick Lodge Outfitters5-Day Outlook as of 3/17/23
River changes daily with the wild temperature swings. Focus on dam areas and feeder streams
Techniques & Tips as of 3/17/23
Streamer flies are top producers. Use full sink lines to swing streamers in currents below the dams.
Local Species Available Year round from Sawmill dam in Berlin to Maine From Berlin points north January 1st to October 15th
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Brook
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Brown
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and Rainbow trout
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Landlocked Salmon
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and Small-mouth Bass
North Country Angler's Recommended Fly Patterns
"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:
Name: | Colors: | Size(s): |
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I Can See It Midge Fly | standard | 18-22 |
Cone Head Muddler Minnow | natural | 14-18 |
GD SculpSnack | natural | 8 |
Troutmaster Nymph - Hare's Ear | natural | 12-16 |
Perdigons | black | 14-18 |
MOP Fly | various | 10 |
Conehead Rubber Bugger | natural | 12-16 |
Freshwater Clouser | chartreuse/white | 4-10 |
Zug Bug | various | 10-16 |
Humungous | black | 8-10 |
I Can See It Midge Fly
These midge flies are just what the optician ordered when it matters most.
2.99
Item #02RP
North Country Angler'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:
Class V Sink Tip Fly Line