The Gunpowder River is flowing at 38 Cfs and is 56 F. Most of the water in the catch and release section is in the shin to knee deep range. The fish are looking up and taking a majority of flies in the #18-22 size range. Wild fish in the Gunpowder River are concentrated along shelves, tailouts and bend pools. Long fine leaders are essential for tricking fish this time of year. Start with a ten footer and plan on adding some 7x. For those intent on stalking the the flats 8x is not out of the question-just be mindful of your hookset. Now is the time to dust off that three weight fly rod you swore that you’d use in low water. Sometimes a line of leaves upon the water can reveal where the current is and where the Olives, Midges and Tricos are…the rest is up to you.
