Month: August 2018

Good Water Levels and Feisty Trout on the Gunpowder

The Gunpowder is flowing at an ideal 158 cfs, is 60 degrees F and has a green tint to it. With fall around the corner, the Gunpowder is settling to a more consistent level and the fishing has been productive. Terrestrials, particularly ant and cricket patterns have been accounting for plenty of fish. On bright days nymphing has been the go-to with caddis pupa and zebra midges droppers working well. Since the high water this summer there is a slippery algae coating the rocks, especially from falls road upstream to the dam, cleats are highly recommended as the wading is much more difficult than usual. …

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New Jams and Big Fish on the Gunpowder

The Gunpowder is at 233 cfs,  clear and 59 degrees. Now the river has dropped to a much better level for both wading & fishing. The high flows during recent weeks have stirred up a lot of the riverbed. Whilst all the old log jams have washed out there are plenty of new ones that are holding fish. There have been a number of big fish between 14 – 24 inches reported for those throwing streamers. Caddis and hoppers have been also catching fish through the day. While the water is pushing consider booking a guide trip to tune up your streamer and nymphing techniques. …

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EBAY and Backwater Angler

Need a hard to find Bauer MXP2 reel or spool? How about A Peerless reel or a “lawn-cast-only” fly rod at a great price? Used, consigned, returned and discontinued gear is now available on our Backwater Angler EBAY page. If you are lucky bidder some of this great stuff could be yours at the end of the 7 day or 10 day auctions. Everything listed is a Backwater Angler E-Bay exclusive and will not be sold out of the shop. Shipping Costs are a fair $15 for USPS Priority Mail. Happy bidding!

Beginners Fly Fishing School

Please join us for a fly fishing school. On Saturday September 15th 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 10:00 – 1:00pm. 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 school. Class …

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Beginners Fly Fishing School

Please join us for a fly fishing school. On Sunday September the 16th 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 10:00 – 1:00pm. 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 school. …

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Beginners Fly Fishing School

Please join us for a fly fishing school. On Sunday September the 9th 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 10:00 – 1:00pm. 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 school. …

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