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Early Summer Fly Fishing

Early Summer Fly Fishing

Friday, 20 June 2014 13:44

We're slipping more into that summer weather pattern every day with temperatures in the mid-'80s on most days, with afternoon thunderstorms a possibility!  The fishing has been solid most days with good water flow!  The backcountry locations have been really good lately with the fish really looking to the surface for a meal.  Nothing special needed, small Stimulators, Adams Parachutes, and terrestrial patterns will get it done!  Just make sure to go with different color variations depending on what you're seeing where you're fishing.  For the subsurface angler, the normal stuff will work...Stoneflies, Pheasant Tails, Hares Ears, Copper Johns, and Zebra Midges (in different color and size variations)  I preach proper drift and presentation over fly selection any day :)  Get out there and get some fish!!

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Tight lines, Gordon

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Gordon began fly fishing as a teenager in southwestern Pennsylvania, where he was raised. He has snagged great catches from as far away as Nevada, California, and Belize. However, he and his wife decided to settle in western North Carolina, where they started Turning Stones. Gordon is a Certified Casting Instructor for the Federation of Fly Fishers and the  Southeastern Coach of the USA Youth Fly Fishing Team.