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Guided Fly Fishing Trips in Western Maryland in August

Backwater Angler guides will be available for guided four and six wade trips on the Savage or North Branch of the Potomac Rivers during the week of August 17th through the 21st. Late Summer low flows on the North Branch of the Potomac means easier wading and better concentrations of trout in the deeper pools. Hopper dropper fishing on the North Branch can be a lot of fun and great way to effectively cover water this time of the year. The low flows on the Savage River can make for challenging dry fly fishing, but in many pools fish can be selectively feeding on tiny …

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Fly Tying Class for Beginners

Fly Fishing Maryland? Please join us for a Beginners Fly Tying Class on Saturday, July 18, from 9:00 AM till 12:00 PM. It’s an introductory fly tying class that focuses on Gunpowder river favorite fly 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-payment is required. Please give us a call at 410-357-9557 or drop us a line at info@backwaterangler.com to register.

Happy National Mosquito Control Awareness Week!

Remember the drought in March? What a difference two months can make! In the midst of the second wettest Spring on record, Pretty Boy reservoir is full, and the Gunpowder river is experiencing low, (at 32 CFs) clear and cold, (54 F) flows. This morning the water temp at Falls Rd was 54 F. Small ants, beetles and grasshoppers paired with #16-18 pheasant tails and hare’s ears and cast along shaded banks should work fine throughout the catch and release section. If you’d like to fish in more, that is, higher water, any access downstream of Bluemount Rd where Little Falls, (flowing at 44 CFs) …

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Abel Fly Reels

Still pining away for a proper Father’s day gift? Stop in the shop the next time you’re up and give these beautiful Abel reels a first hand look. Featured reels from left to right: Abel Super 4 in “Fish Graphic” anodized Brown Trout finish, Abel Super 7 in Black anodized finish, Abel TR 1 in Bronze anodized finish. Related Posts: Essential Gear for Bonefishing Trips Abel Super Series Fish Graphic Reels Arrive Related Video Post: Abel Fish Graphic Anodized Super Series Reels

Guided Fly Fishing Trips on the Savage River, Maryland

Backwater Angler Guides will be available for four or six hour wade trips on the Savage River in Western Maryland from July 6th-July 10th. The Savage is known for its beautiful wild trout and also its extremely challenging wading and technical fishing. While the hatch fishing can at times be exciting, many fish can be caught using a variety of surface and subsurface patterns. Guides will be available for morning or afternoon start times and standard rates apply. Food and lodging will not be provided, nor will transportation to and from the river. Details on lodging and camping options, meeting times & places, and recommended …

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