Theaux Le Gardeur

Gunpowder River Nymphing Clinic

Join us for a nymphing clinic on the Gunpowder river on Sunday, March 3. Even in the worst of conditions, having the ability to nymph effectively can help you bring fish to the net 365 days a year. There is an abundance of literature and theories on nymphing that can be bewildering to anyone deciding to invest time in this. In this clinic a Backwater Angler guide will break down the main techniques on the river that will give you the confidence to catch fish subsurface consistently. This will cover tight lining (euro nymphing) methods, indicator fishing, rig/leader set up, gear and fly selection. Cost …

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Streamer Fishing in Maryland?

Streamer fishing in Maryland? These beauties including Near Nuff Sculpins, Supper Buggers, Baby Gongas and Slump Busters are ready for a swim! The Gunpowder River is at a steady 245 Cfs and warming to right at 40 degrees. Bring along a sink-tip and some studs and focus on the wood and any jams that you can find. Limit your wading watch those muddy banks-especially while getting in and out and enjoy sunshine and milder weather while it lasts…

Gunpowder RIVERKEEPER 2018 Year End Review and Appeal

Thank you for supporting our efforts to protect the Gunpowder River! We could not have been successful without your generous support. Our work links and protects the forests, the fish and the faucet. Riverkeeper respects the varied economic, recreational and biological aspects of the River. Clean water in the Gunpowder watershed is everyone’s right and as a shared resource must be protected for all. Unfortunately, we are faced with many environmental threats that harm people’s ability to enjoy the River. The organization works collaboratively and proactively to find solutions to pollution problems and represent member’s interests in protecting the Gunpowder River and its watershed. We …

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Fly Rods in Maryland

Here’s a short list of new four piece fly rods we’ve received this week. Fly rods from Twin Bridges, Montana: R. L. Winston Super 10, 10 foot 3 weight R. L. Winston Super 10, 10 foot 4 weight Fly Rods from Montrose, Colorado: Scott Radian 8 foot 6 weight 4 weight Scott Radian 9 foot 5 weight 4 weight Scott G-Series 8 foot 8 inch 4 weight Fly Rods from Park Falls, Wisconsin: St. Croix Legend Elite 9 foot 5 weight St. Croix Legend Elite 9 foot 4 weight St. Croix Imperial 9 foot 5 weight St. Croix Imperial 9 foot 4 weight Fly Rods …

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Fly Reels in Maryland

We just Received the following reels in the shop this week from: Ross Reels, Montrose, Colorado Animas 4/5 and 5/6 in Platinum and Matt Black Gunisson 4/5 Lamson Reels, Boise, Idaho: Liquid 1.5 and 2 Remix Black 1.5, 2, 3.5 and 4 Remix Sublime 1.5,2.3.5.and 4 Guru 2 Grey/Orange

Scott and Winston Fly Rods on Sale!

Please note: This sale covers in-stock discontinued models only. Scott and Winstons are among our favorites and sadly sometimes they get updated and very good news for those who have waited for a great and somewhat limited sale. That said,  we have two Scott F2 7′ 2″ 3 weight 4 piece rods for sale. Originally designed for Yamame (Cherry Salmon for the Japanese market. They are  the only four piece in the in F2 series.These light weight fiberglass are a dream for those who enjoy small stream fishing . They are ideal for our local wild browns or even brookies in western Maryland. They retail …

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