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A different type of fishing that has seen rewards been reaped by many. This forum allows us to learn more about Float and Fly fishing from those who have made it their number 1 way to fish.
After work on Friday a colleague introduced me to the world of Fly Fishing.
I had no idea of the intricacies of this particular discipline but I am a quick study. After suiting up and deciding on the stream strategy we were off and running.
The stream is a well know fishery with a strict C&R policy as well as an artificial lure with one barbless hook regulation in place. (as if this wasn't tough enough)
So we decide on a brown Caddis fly for me, and Fred takes a cray Caddis fly.
The fishing was a little off today even though it looked like a hatch was starting. The producers were the brown caddis fly and a dry white fly. Watching these fish hit topwater was a ton of fun!
A big thanks to Fred for showing me the ropes. I never had so much fun or exercise in my life.
Hmmmm.......Upper Saugeen, Beaver or Credit.....am I close. Amazing how central Ontario streams all look similar. Nice gentle riffles overhanging cedars.
Well you know because it is a small river I'll keep it under wraps. Suffice to say it does see some pressure and there was evidence that the place has been hit with bait fishermen and even poachers. We found the leftovers of a non-MNR stream net.
Anyway Ganman you are indeed in the zone and it was a ton of fun. I avoided posting pictures of some of the most amazing pools ever. I was in awe, and I can only imagine what may have been in them.
These deeper pools presented a challenge. What fly would you use on a 15' - 20' deep pool at the base of a rapids / elevation change?
The fall trip is a go FF and Bunk no worries, it'll be green up there soon.
I'd leave them alone and concentrate on riffles and runs until just before dark. Presuming no insects were hatching then I'd tie on a streamer and strip it as fast as possible just under the surface (fly anglers buzzbait). If no takes after a dozen casts let it rest for 15 minutes then crawl a deer hair mouse over the surface. If you went back after dark use a big black wooly bugger, wooly worm or wet fly.....something that pushes alot of water (vibrations). Trout are not leader shy after dark. You can use as heavy as 10-15 lbs. Some of those little creeks have browns 5-10 lbs. You'll need it if you hook one and there are obstructions. Sure ain't classic trout fishing.
After work on Friday a colleague introduced me to the world of Fly Fishing. 
