Winter Trip on the South Platte

Well there is no doubt that my guide season has ended.  After a fall characterized by low water, I was excited to get another trip before the end of the year.  Originally we planned to do the trip down on the Arkansas in Pueblo.  However, crowds have been insane and while the fishing has been good, I felt the South Platte would be a better option for crowd concern, fishing itself, and scenery.  It is hard to beat a good day in South Park, even in the winter!  Well things panned out for us in our trip.  My client got into several great fish and a big holdover brown capped our day.  There were a few other anglers  on the water but compared to Cheesman/deckers, Pueblo, or 11mile canyon, we had a shot at every piece of water I wanted to fish.  There is a picture below of  our great Brown from yesterday.  I hope everyone has had a wonderful holiday season and that your New Years celebration caps it off with a great night.  If you are interested in a winter trip or another trip later in the year, give me a call at 719-494-6480, or shoot me an email at tere5643@gmail.com.

It's Been A While

Well, it has been a while since I last put any report or posted any pictures.  The water levels on the South Platte this fall have been extremely low and October fishing on the Dream Stream was very challenging to say the least.  Deckers is still fishing fair, but be prepared for crowds as it is the only area close to the front range with "acceptable" flows and decent fishing.   While October has been a challenge, the end of July, August, and through September provided anglers with some amazing fishing for big fish on the South Platte River in South Park.  Big Browns, Rainbows, Cutthroats, and Kokanee Salmon kept the days fun filled and exciting.  Below are a bunch of pictures from that time frame.  These are not photos from trips in the past week or two.  Quite frankly, I have not fished the Dream much since they dropped the water to 30 cfs and just feel bad for those poor fish.  As fall continues to move on, low water will remain and conditions will be less than ideal.  That being said, now is a great time to learn how to fish to low water trout so if you would like to test your skills give a  call.  In the coming weeks I have some trips planned for the Miracle Mile section of the North Platte River and then a week long trip with some good buddies at Pyramid Lake in Nevada.  I will post some more photos and such as I get on the water. 

Lucky to Guide on the South Platte

This season has been nothing short of outstanding on the South Platte River.  Whether it is out in South Park, near Deckers, or on privater water, the South Platte has been providing anglers of all ages and skill levels the opportunity to catch amazing trout on both nymphs and dry flies.  Public water trips have been producing some amazingly big and colorful fish.  Caddis, Tricos, PMDS, Yellow Sallies, and other bugs have been coming off heavily day in and day out.  Sight fishing for these big fish has been the best method.  Come spend a day on the water with me and let me share these awesome fish. Below are some great pictures of some big Public water fish.

We Finally Have Water!

For a little while now flows have come up on most sections of the South Platte.  Fish have really responded and are feeding heavily on Streamers, Nymphs, and Dry Flies!  We have been having some amazing fishing on both public and private water.  We are seeing big hatches of Caddis, PMDs, Tricos, and Yellow Sallies.   Give me a call and lets get on the water and get after some of these BIG trout!  Below are some great pictures with big trout from both private and public water trips.

Fun Fishing For All

Over the last week or so things have really picked up.  Water levels have come up in South Park and on the North Fork and the fishing has really turned on.  South Park lakes are fishing great as well.  Even though flows remain on the low side closer to Denver, fishing continues to be good.  Keep in mind that as the water warms throughout the day fish should be landed quickly and handled as little as possible.  On ALL stretches, Dries, Nymphs, and Streamers have been productive.  For those that believe fly fishing or fishing in general is for adult males, this week has been a great example of how great women  and children are at bringing fish to the net as well.  The South Platte offers great opportunities for people of all ages, genders, and skill levels and I would love to share it with you.  To inquire about a trip email me at TERE5643@gmail.com or give me a call at 719-494-6480.  Below are some pictures from recent trips.

Early Summer Fly Fishing

Fishing this June has been great so far.  After a long wait, water levels in South Park are up and both the rivers and lakes are fishing well.  Nymphs have been producing most of the fish, but dries will begin to turn fish soon.  Closer to Denver and Colorado Springs, the South Platte is low and clear but still fishing very well with both dries and nymphs.  Likewise, private water trips have been nothing short of amazing.  Although the water is a little higher and off color we are still fooling some big fish.  On the another note I ask that everyone keep those effected by the current fires in their thoughts and prayers.  So many homes have been lost and I can only imagine how hard this is for so many people.  So again please take a second and say a prayer for these folks.  Below are some pictures from recent trips.  If you would like to book a trip for either public or private water, give me a call at 719-494-6480 or email me at tere5643@gmail.com 

Memorial Day Weekend Coming to a Close with Great Fishing

First and foremost it is important during this Memorial Day weekend that we take a moment to reflect on why many have a long weekend.  I want to say THANK YOU to all the men and women who serve or have served in the military.  These people fight for the preservation of the freedoms and values that we hold so dear.  Men and Women have given their lives so that this great nation and others around the world may be free.  Alright, so to the fishing.  Recent trips have produced some aweseom fishing.  BWOs and Caddis are starting to become prevalent on area waters and runoff should soon be in the future.  Personally, I cannot wait to have a runoff this year and for the fish to have some more water.  Both public and private waters are fishing great.  Both nymphs and dries are producing.  Below are some pictures of some of the great fish we have gotten into recently.