Fishing Outlook & Conditions
Water Temp:
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Ben Turpin 's Tip of the Week
Summer time is here and the water levels are dropping and water temperatures are rising. Fishing will be better in the early morning and late evening.
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Water Flow Data
5-Day Outlook as of 10/22/20
Temperatures will be in the 80's for most of the next few weeks and the water temperatures may reach the 70's in the lower reaches of the McMichaels Creek. The upper creek may fish better closer to Sciota.
Techniques & Tips as of 10/22/20
Euro Nymphing in the deeper runs has been the best way to find fish. A mix of leggy stoneflies, Squirmy worms, Pheasant Tails and Walt's worms have been taking fish. Keep an eye out for rising fish and match the hatch in the evening. If you are in the upper end of the creek, blind casting drys in the riffles may also be productive.
Local Species Available Year Round at Hickory Valley Park
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Brook
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Brown and Rainbow Trout
Ben Turpin 's Recommended Fly Patterns
"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:
Name: | Colors: | Size(s): |
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Sulphur Parachute | N/A | 16-18 |
Sulphur Emerger | N/A | 16-18 |
Travis Para Ant | N/A | 12-14 |
Shaky Worm | N/A | 12-14 |
Pats Stone | N/A | 10 |
Tunghead Pheasant Tail Jig | N/A | 14-18 |
CJ Controller | N/A | 14-18 |
Ben Turpin '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:
4-Weight 8' 6" Fly Rod
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Best Floating Fly Line:
Trout Easy Mend WF Fly Line
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Best Sinking Fly Line:
Bank Shot Sink Tip Fly Line