Theaux Le Gardeur

Fly Tying Class: Streamers

Fly Fishing Maryland? Please join us for a Beginners Fly Tying Class on Saturday, February 28, 2009 from 9:00 AM till 12:00 PM. It’s an introductory fly tying class that focuses on Gunpowder river streamer patterns. One of our Maryland river guides will be teaching this fun-filled beginners class. Cost of the class is $45 per person, and includes the use of tools and materials. The class is limited to six and pre-registration is required. Please give us a call at 410-357-9557 or drop us a line at info@backwaterangler.com to pre-register.

Winston World Trout T-Shirts

We just received a shipment of Winston World Trout T-shirts. While it’s hardly short sleeved t-shirt weather along the Gunpowder, just knowing that $5 from every shirt purchase is going towards native fish habitat restoration efforts worldwide should warm one’s heart. Both organic cotton t’s feature the R. L. Winston Rod Co. oval logo on the right front chest and a James Prosek image across the back. The Rainbow is on a Navy Blue shirt and the Bull Trout is on a Moss shirt. The shirts are $29 each and are sized S-XXL. Need one,…or more? Please drop us a line at info@backwaterangler.com to purchase.

Fly Tying Class:Caddis Lifecycle

Fly Fishing Maryland? Please join us for an intermediate Fly Tying Class on Saturday, March 7, 2009 from 9:00 AM till 12:00 PM. The class focuses on Gunpowder river caddis patterns. Our very own Gunpowder river guides will be teaching this fun-filled lifecycle class. 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.

Simms Waders and Winter Fishing Report

Thanks to Steve for the following report. Theaux, I had a chance to get in a couple hours of fishing the day after Christmas. Fished upstream from Big Falls Road, experimenting along the way, and after figuring out how to get a bead head pheasant tail close to the bottom, landed a small brown, about 7 inches. The fish was pale, the par marks were very visible, the spots were brilliant red, and the adipose fin was bright orange/red. A beautiful fish indeed. And thanks for helping with selecting my gear. The Simms Rivershed waders and Cloudveil wading boots are perfect. As someone who has …

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Filson Accesories

These items by Filson might help you tough it out at 9 degrees F. Brrr! This Filson Hip Flask is constructed of bridle leather wrapped over stainless steel, holds 6 OZ, has an anchored screw top and tucks neatly away. It is priced at $67.50 and is made in the USA. The 100% Merino virgin wool scarf is woven in a 3X3 twill, has a brushed surface, a rolled fringe and is featured in Navy/Camel. The scarf weighs approximately 7 oz and is roughly 12 3/4″ by 60″. It is priced at $40 and is made in the USA. Can’t live without them? Please give …

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Winter Streamer Fishing along the Gunpowder

Conditions are, shall we say, invigorating along the Gunpowder river. Water temp is 39 F, flow is good-the gauge is icing, but the Gunpowder river is still flowing in the 70-80 CFs range. Streamers are continuing to account for a number of fish between Masemore and Big Falls Rds. Stonefly nymphs like Red Butts and Princes sized #16-18 behind brighter patterns are a better bet from Masemore though Falls Rd. We’ve seen very few stoneflies this week but they are just around the corner. Stay tuned… Thanks to Mike Smith for the following stream report and photo, Hi guys, Fished from York Road to about …

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