Oct.15, 2016 Fishing update!

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Slow the Flow!

Hey there Folks!  Surprisingly enough, the flow has been dropped yet again! As I was out back fishing this evening, I thought that the level looked a little low for the 207 flow we had earlier in the day. Sure enough, came in and took a look at the USGS numbers, and we are at a meager 119(cfs) The fishing has been great for the last couple of days. The mornings have been excellent for early dry-fly action, and the nymphing has been on fire throughout the day.  I started out this morning with a two-fly, dry fly rig, consisting of a Parachute Adams, trailing a BWO, size#22.  I immediately caught three browns that were rising near a granite wall, then caught a couple of rainbows that were feeding in the seem, between the main river flow and an eddy. The lower flows are going to allow for some good sight fishing tomorrow, not to mention the warm temperatures that are sure to bring on a hatch or two throughout the mid-morning hours. Their were a few more Angler’s up here today than usual, but don’t let that deter you from some of the best fall fishing on the South Platte River. Today’s picture gallery has an interesting mix! If you weren’t aware, I’m in the process of trying to shed 100 pounds. Since October of 2015, I have now lost a total of  72 pounds, with another 28 to lose! I will periodically post pictures of some of the dishes that I create that will ultimately end up being a cookbook that is currently in the works! The two insane tubers are friends of mine that decided today was the day to float the South Platte! That’s all for now my friends! I’ll be back tomorrow with a report from the section of river along the Platte River Campground. Until then, have a great rest of your weekend, and I’ll hopefully see you on the river soon!

Chris