Fishing Outlook & Conditions
Water Temp:
62
Orvis Phoenix 's Tip of the Week
Good time to be chasing the bait balls around the lake! Walk the banks if you don't have a boat and look for busting fishing. Throw some shinny minnow patterns! Stop by and grab some killer patterns.
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5-Day Outlook as of 10/1/23
If not busting boils, get some sink line and dredge deepwith some EP minnows!
Techniques & Tips as of 10/1/23
Right now if you can find deeper points and any good baitfish cover, the bass wont be far behind.. 2-3" thread fin shad representations!
Local Species Available Year Round
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Striped Bass
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Largemouth Bass
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White Bass
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Carp
Orvis Phoenix 's Recommended Fly Patterns
"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:
Name: | Colors: | Size(s): |
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Puglisi Floating Minnow | mullet.,grey | 2/0 |
Clouser Minnow | White | 6 |
Clouser Minnow | olive | 6 |
Cowen's Baitfish | grey/white | 4 |
Foxy Clouser | Tan/Fox | 8 |
Gurgler | Hammerhead | 2 |
Lefty's Deceiver | white | 4 |
Puglisi Floating Minnow
This salt water fly pattern is sure to induce a striking response.
7.99
Item #2K5R
Orvis Phoenix '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:
8-Weight 9' Fly Rod
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Best Floating Fly Line:
Bank Shot
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Best Sinking Fly Line:
Class V Sink Tip Fly Line