Getting out for some fishing on the Connecticut River is always refreshing, no matter if it’s in June or February, and yesterday’s weather presented another chance to dip wadered feet in 34 degree flowing water once again.
Temperature peaked yesterday in the upper 30’s, so it was time to get the rod out again to see if any trout were active. The water’s still mighty cold out there, so they’re still holding in the soft water, primarily on the inside seams of pools, but the fishing was a bit slow yesterday. A few fish were coming up to snatch smelt off the top, and there were even a few BWO’s coming off amidst the snowflakes. Jon had a couple of close calls with trout coming up for his smelt imitation, but it was to no avail – we’ll try to get at ’em another day.
It was really quite relaxing, even with the bone chilling water temp – we lasted nearly an hour and a half before retiring to vehicular warmth.
March and warmer temperatures are on the horizon now, so keep an eye out for a window of good weather and give us a call if you want to try some winter / spring fishing on the Connecticut. 1-800-835-6343
Until then, stay warm!
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By: bs
Tom Caron dispenses advice, wisdom, and bs in the pursuit of trout and salmon daily for Tall Timber guests.
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Ken Wilson
March 2, 2013 — 9:46 pm
We think it is time to start hearing some fishing tales, or should we come up and spread some bull?
bs
March 2, 2013 — 10:24 pm
we couldn’t agree more Ken – we had some decent weather this past week to fish, but things look colder this week. Winter’s icy grip continues up here … for now. There will be some posts coming for sure once the weather gets better for us.
Ken Wilson
March 10, 2013 — 11:43 am
Congratulations to the Caron Family and Tall Timber Lodge for receiving the “Silver Trout Award” from the Basil W. Woods, Jr. Chapter of Trout Unlimited. The Carons were recognized last night for their 25 years of support to TU, as well as a number of other worthy causes. This is a business that consistantly gives back to its guests, its community and its industry. It was worth the price of admission to witness the surprise and humility on Cindy’s face. Way to go guys!
bs
March 10, 2013 — 9:04 pm
thanks Ken –
we’re glad you and Karen were there to see Cindy accept the award. We’re happy to help great organizations like T.U. and hope to do it for a long time to come.