Colorado: Throwing nymph rigs with larger bugs like princes and pats was turning on once again. They were also taking smaller grey RS2's and BWO emergers. One of the more fun days was introducing a beginner angler to throwing streamers from the boat the whole day. He caught some very nice fish, all browns, and is now hooked.
Eagle: Using small RS2's, Beatis emergers and BWO emergers has been working the best. Closer to the evenings, Red Quills have been coming off like crazy so I have been using a red quill adult behind a high vis Parachute adams, allowing you to fish until dark. Streamers have also started working a little better, which will only get better as fall progresses.
Roaring Fork: I floated the upper stuff with some experienced anglers and had a blast! This section was moving fast in the small channels, so accurate casting was a must. Once we found the right recipe, the fishing was non-stop. Using a beadhead pheasant tail to bring it down, trailed with a mercury RS2, fish were constantly coming to the boat. Since the water was fast, I used a larger bead head to make sure it dropped fairly quickly. We landed some nice Rainbows, Browns, as well as one nice Whitey.
Troublesome: This private venue we offer may not be included on our menu of fishing options much longer. Due to the complexity of fishing this small stream, many clients believe they spend too much time in the trees than in the water. I was blessed to have taken a good friend, Topper there this week and really get after it. We caught countless fish, with many coming in between the 17"-21" mark. Using a large attractor with a small micro may did the job just right.
I am now gearing up for some elk hunting in Southern CO, where I will be spending substantial time exploring the Conejos River. I will keep you posted!
