Fishing

Reports from the Hex hatch are sporadic hatches in large areas. Possibly due to the new river anatomy causing lower then normal water temps in areas. On the positive front there are continued reports of wild brookies being caught. Along with sporadic reports of wild browns.

John

Regulation hearing

The DEM conservation hearing will be Wed June 30th. I have been told all 3 of our proposals will be heard and considered(extention of the 2 fish area, c&r for brookies in the wood, banning of felt soled waders as a beginning of a didymo prevention effort). John Troiano will be attending as the chapter rep.

John

The Hex hatch

The hex hatch has been going strong for approx 1 week now. The warm weather having helped things greatly. Get to the river early to claim your spot, and bring a few extra flies in case you lose some. Also consider fishing spinners in case you have some time the next morning

John

The chapter

As a new trout season is going strong here are some thoughts I would like to share
First there have been some conflicts raging in this chapter that I believe have finally been ended. I hope this allow all members to once again concentrate on the conservation projects that we have been known for.
Second the chapter has been given a chance to submit suggestions for special reg water other than the Wood. Please contact any member of the board with your suggestions.
Finally the chapter will be beginning an effort to prevent the spread of invasive species in state waters. The first step in this effort will be a proposal to ban felt waders in this state.

John

Fishing 6/13-6/14

Saturday I was fishing at the check station over rising fish, when I was overrun by a mad rush of kayakers, we have to remember the river belongs to everyone. From there I went over to breakheart brook where I was able to catch a couple of small rainbows on caddis pupa. Sunday I took a ride to AL Mowrey pond for the first time, I hooked a couple of fish but was unable to get them out of the weeds.

Fishing

Saturday, I took a ride to the Blackstone and fished the Kelly house stretch, with little or no success. I saw minimal insect activity.
Sunday evening I fished the check station at the wood. There was a sparse hatch of mahogany duns, along with a few tan caddis flies on the water. I had several hits on soft hackles and managed to land 1 rainbow of about 13 inches

I fished at the check station yesterday(05/31). Conditions were low, clear water with a sporadic hatch of brown quills. I saw very few rising fish and was unable to catch a single trout. Also of note was a large number of canoes and kayaks