Month: October 2006

Stonefly Fly Tying Class by Gunpowder River Guides

Join us Saturday, January 13 for a Stonefly fly tying class that focuses on Gunpowder river patterns. Jason du Pont will be teaching this fun-filled life-cycle class for intermediate tyers.Cost of the class is $45 per person, and includes the use of materials, please bring your own tools.The class is limited to six and pre-registration is required. Please give us a call at 410-329-6821 or drop us a line at info@backwaterangler.com to pre-register.

Scott G2 773/4 Fly Rod Review

This rod has proven to be a lucky low water big fish rod. It’s quick, light and has a tip that easily allows one to fish 7x tippet with confidence. Theaux Le Gardeur Buy a Scott 773/4 G2 Fly Rod at www.backwaterangler.com

Low water in the Gunpowder river for awhile…

We’ll be experiencing some low water for awhile. Water flow is at a low, low 24Cfs so bring your Summer rod-a 7′ 7″ 3wt 4pc Scott G2 would be nice. Small water calls for small flies so fish tiny olives, caddis and brassies and be sure to bring along some 7x. Expect to see some ankle deep water out there folks-think lower river and have fun out there… Thanks to Ellen for the following report… You’re the greatest! We stopped by the shop at 2 pm on Saturday October 21st and took your recommendations on huge caddis flies. Went to Mazemore and walked upstream from …

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Simms Guard Sock Review

Simms Guard sock is perfect for those July and August days when temperatures rise to unbearable heights. Combine the sock with a wading shoe or a pair Simms Keen River Sandal to keep feet warm in the cold flows of the Gunpowder or Savage river. Going waderless in these hot conditions can allow anglers a chance to hike into areas where other anglers wearing waders woudn’t dare. Jason du Pont

Scott E2 Rod Review

Scott’s E2 rod series could change the way you fish. Let me explain. They offer a variety of weights and lengths for each type of fishing. I chose the 10 foot 4 weight rod for the Gunpowder, Savage and North Branch, because higher flows will keep you from wading into the river as far as you like. This rod allows the same ability to control drift with dries or a pair of nymphs under an indicator. It takes high sticking to a whole new level and it mends and picks up forty feet of line for roll casts with ease. It can put the fly …

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Winston LT 5 Piece Trout Rod Review

The LT rod excells at throwing line with ease, but also is soft enough to protect the lighter tippets often required for east coast trout. My favorite is the 8 foot 9 inch 3 weight LT. It is a great dry fly rod, and is a perfect Gunpowder rod. The length is perfect for nymphing pockets or riffles, and the butt section is strong enough to throw a big bugger down and across river. The tip section is soft for protecting tippets, but helps direct small caddis or adams under branches with accuracy. The softer action gives the eight inchers a much bigger feel. If …

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