Fishing Outlook & Conditions
Water Temp:
60
Orvis Manchester's Tip of the Week
The Battenkill is alive and singing— Trout are rising, chasing, clinging To dries like Caddis in the evening light, And Sulphurs dancing near twilight. Nymphs drift well through deeper lanes— Pheasant tails and hare’s ears bring the gains. Streamer chasers lurk in shade, Ready to strike in swift cascade. Conditions are prime—clear flows, cool nights. It’s a perfect time for fly line flights. Bring a box full of Sulphurs, Caddis, and hope— The river’s in rhythm, from riffle to slope.
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Water Flow Data
5-Day Outlook as of 6/30/25
Keep an eye on the temps but everything is looking towards a great week of fishing on the water.
Techniques & Tips as of 6/30/25
Everything will work in the right location at the correct time. Step down to the water and look around, your knowledge will tell you what to do.
Local Species Available Vermont and New York OPEN
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Trout
Orvis Manchester's Recommended Fly Patterns
"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:
Name: | Colors: | Size(s): |
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Tunghead Pheasant Tail | brown/Rust | # 12-16 |
Bead Head Hare's Ear Nymph | Natural | #12-14 |
Bead Head Stonefly | N/A | #14-16 |
Zonker | White | 4-8 |
Parachute Adams | Rust | 12-14 |
Rust Spinners | rust | 12-14 |
Sulphur Parachute | White | 14-16 |
Mosquito Dry Fly | Olive | 14-16 |
Sulpher | Pale Yellow | 16 |
Tunghead Pheasant Tail
Adding tungsten beads to mayfly patterns is relatively new.
2.99
Item #144J
Orvis Manchester'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