Fishing Outlook & Conditions
Water Temp:
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Glacier Anglers's Tip of the Week
The water temps have stabilized with the recent cooler weather to below 60 degrees. Still always keep fish in the water and keep handling to a minimum. River levels are dropping again rapidly . Good action on attractors ants and beatles. slow early wait until it warms up. If you find fish work the water as they are starting to bunch up
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Glacier Anglers5-Day Outlook as of 9/21/23
Outside temperatures are going to stay in the mid to low 60s. with lows near 40. We are expecting stable weather through the week. It feels like fall is creeping in! Caddis are still around with good hatches later in the day and the terrestrials are abundant as temps warm up mid day.
Techniques & Tips as of 9/21/23
Purple Chubby patterns and flashy prince nymphs as indicators. Downsize to a Purple Haze Ant pattern and beetles are producing well.
Local Species Available April-November
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Trout
Glacier Anglers's Recommended Fly Patterns
"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:
Name: | Colors: | Size(s): |
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Patriot Dry Fly | N/A | 12-16 |
Adam's Purple Parachute | purple | 12-16 |
Lightning Bug | N/A | 14-18 |
Purple Haze | purple | 12-14 |
Travis Para Ant | black | 12 |
Flash Beetle | N/A |
Patriot Dry Fly
This hackle dry fly is ideal for fishing hatches on rivers and ponds.
3.49
Item #02B1
Glacier Anglers'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:
Clear Sink Tip Fly Line