Theaux Le Gardeur

Spillover in February on the Gunpowder River

We have spillover! We started seeing the gauge move a bit last weekend and we’ve had consistently higher flows in the 45 to 70 Cfs range since then and was 68 Cfs at 10:15 this morning-thanks USGS! No big temperature changes are afoot because we’ve had relatively cold nights without alot of warming periods during the daylight hours so nymph away, particuarly with red butts in the #12-16 range. Try small streamers along the banks and dress warmly. Thanks to Mike R. from for the following Stream Report: Rocky Yesterday was pretty good…the Masemore run was not good, only caught one but spooked a bunch …

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Mike writes about Gunpowder State Park Use Issues

In a follow up to my earlier post, Mike writes: I’m sure that many folks feel this way already, having watched the latest video offering on the site, but without detracting from the very important issues raised by Mr. Kostrubiak, please let me raise this anthem: God bless Dave Gerhardt and God bless Jason Du Pont, whose video and fishing talents are sure to take him far. Kudos to all involved for making us all aware of the importance of the Gunpowder in our lives and for helping us to understand that the river matters, the trout matter, the trails matter and by golly, a …

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Gunpowder State Park Use Issues

This thoughtful letter was sent to the shop by a Gunpowder Regular. I would like to here from other fly fisherman regarding park use issues and your experiences with others user groups in the Hereford Area of Gunpowder State Park. Please email us a note at: info@backwaterangler.com December 23, 2006 As the end of the year approaches, it seems to be a good opportunity to reflect on the events and activities of the past year. I have the great fortune to live in the Monkton area and spend a great deal of time in close proximity to the Gunpowder Falls. I enjoy fishing, running with …

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Too Cold to Go Fly Fishing? Think Again

Dave Gerhardt just celebrated his 93rd birthday and now fly fishes the Gunpowder river about twice a week. Jason du Pont recently caught up with him onstream and brought us this video footage. Click To Play Watch a short video about an angler who has more than 25 years of experience on the Gunpowder River. At age 93, he’s still fly fishing the river despite January winds and tough trout.

Fly Fishing with Stonefly Patterns on the Gunpowder River

The river is still low and clear, at 32 Cfs. Water temps are 44F to 46F throughout the catch and release area. We’re seeing Stoneflies, as witnessed by this great shot by Jason du Pont. On brighter days, black flies and cream midges should provide some light entertainment above Falls Rd. Fish are still holding in very shallow, quiet water at the base of riffles and in flats. Long leaders ending in 6 and 7x are essential to get close enough to the fish to trick them. Stonefly nymphs in the #10-14 range are working along the banks between Bunkerhill and Big Falls Rd.

Midge and Beginner’s Tying Classes are Still Open

Check out our instruction page for an updated listing of tying classes. Please call us at 410-329 6821 to reserve your space. We still have room in the Midge Tying Class with guide Jason du Pont scheduled from 11:00 AM till 2:00 PM this Saturday, January 27. If you’re new to tying, we still have room in the Beginner’s Tying Class with guide Jason du Pont from 11:00 AM till 2:00 PM this Sunday, January 28.