Fishing Report
Week of June 26, 2008
Cooler evening temperatures have had a positive effect on the waters of the upper Beaverkill. Rain showers have added some much-needed water to the river. While stream flows are low, good fishing can be had during mid-summer in the early mornings (especially in the faster water) and evenings up until dark.
This is the time of year for Tricos (Tricorythodes) to emerge. These are tiny (size #18 and smaller) mayflies that provide prolific hatches on summer mornings, from July thru the end of September. Other hatches observed on the Beaverkill are Sulphurs (late afternoon and evenings) Light Cahills (size #16 and #18), Blue-Winged Olives, assorted caddis and stoneflies. Also try terrestrials such as beetles, ants and hoppers.
On choosing a fly to fish with, try to use one that resembles the size, shape and color of flies that may be hatching or on the water. When fishing with tiny Olives or Tricos, don’t forget to use finer tippets – the use of size #16 and #18 flies will require 6x; for sizes #20 and smaller, you’ll need 7x tippet. Be sure to make each cast your very best!
Beaverkill Valley Inn ~ 7 Barnhart Road ~ Lew Beach, NY 12758
Telephone: (845) 439-4844
