Month: March 2016

Easter Stream Report

The Gunpowder is flowing at 104 CFS and is 50 degrees F. Stoneflies are still buzzing around and the Hendricksons are just around the corner. Stop in and pick up some March Brown wets and some Picket Pins. Small stonefly nymphs in the #16 range have been tricking a few wild fish. With opening day on the lower river today we’ve had a number of folks stopping in to pick up large streamers for the bright, heavy rainbows between Glencoe and Sparks. We have a number of new items in this week from Scientific Anglers including the Sonar fly lines for Susquehanna Flats trophy Striper …

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Stoneflies and Snow Flies along the Gunpowder River

The Gunpowder River is flowing at 126 CFS and 47 F. Stoneflies in the #16-18 range between Masemore Rd and Big Falls Rd have accounted for a few fish on dries this week. If you’re up for a hike, the stretch upstream of Falls Rd is worth a shot with little black flies a.k.a. snow flies-especially in the flat water. Be sure to use 7x or 8x tippet when fishing these patterns as they start at a #20.

Beginner’s Fly Fishing School

Please join us for a fly fishing school. On Sunday, April 3rd, a Backwater Angler Guide will be teaching a fly fishing school that is ideal for beginners. If you’re planning on fly fishing in Maryland, or anywhere else for that matter, this course is a great introduction to the sport. The school covers knots, casting, gear and fly selection. Class is held from 11:00 AM till 2:00 PM. Cost is $125 per person and includes the use of gear. A Maryland non-tidal fishing license and trout stamp is required and may be purchased at the shop with check or cash the day of the …

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Beginner’s Fly Fishing School

Please join us for a fly fishing school. On Saturday, April 2nd, a Backwater Angler Guide will be teaching a fly fishing school that is ideal for beginners. If you’re planning on fly fishing in Maryland, or anywhere else for that matter, this course is a great introduction to the sport. The school covers knots, casting, gear and fly selection. Class is held from 11:00 AM till 2:00 PM. Cost is $125 per person and includes the use of gear. A Maryland non-tidal fishing license and trout stamp is required and may be purchased at the shop with check or cash the day of the …

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St. Patrick’s Day Sale

With snow again in the forecast, we’ve been outfitting folks for trips to Argentina for trout and the Bahamas for bonefish lately-at last count we had fifteen new saltwater fly rods from 7 weight through 10 weight in the rack from G. Loomis, Winston, Scott and St. Croix. If you’re looking for a used saltwater fly rod we have a few of those too. The calendar tells us that Spring is right around the corner, so remaining in-stock 2015 Patagonia Capilene, Simms Cold Weather Shirts, and Simms Fingerless and fold-over mitts and winter hats are 25% off till they’re gone!

Beginner’s Fly Fishing School

Please join us for a fly fishing school. On Saturday, March 26th, a Backwater Angler Guide will be teaching a fly fishing school that is ideal for beginners. If you’re planning on fly fishing in Maryland, or anywhere else for that matter, this course is a great introduction to the sport. The school covers knots, casting, gear and fly selection. Class is held from 11:00 AM till 2:00 PM. Cost is $125 per person and includes the use of gear. A Maryland non-tidal fishing license and trout stamp is required and may be purchased at the shop with check or cash the day of the …

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