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Theaux Le Gardeur Widely Quoted in an Acid Mine Remediation Economic Impact Study

Thanks to Sera Zegre for including us in the following Acid Mine Remediation Report that was recently presented before the Maryland State Water Quality Advisory Board. Angling outfitters, On behalf of all of us at Downstream Strategies, I want to thank you for your participation in our study, and inform you that Downstream Strategies has released the report: The Benefits of Acid Mine Drainage Remediation on the North Branch Potomac River. You have each provided invaluable assistance with the study context and our survey. Thanks again, Sera Downstream Strategies Project Manager Quotes that were featured in the study follow: An opportunity exists for the State…to …

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Gunpowder River is Now Flowing at 144 CFs

The Gunpowder River is now flowing at 144 CFs, is 36 F and clear. This increase in flow should provide plenty of oxygenated water for the fertilized eggs on the redds and push some of the Didymo that has been accumulating in the upper catch and release section downstream. An added plus is that the river water should be warming a bit at the higher flows so we’re that much closer to fly fishing for wild trout with imitations of blackflies and stoneflies. With lows in the teens and twentys this week, sleep in and start out midday with grey midges and stonefly nymphs. The …

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Didymo to be Featured on the Invasivore Menu

Thanks to Josh for sending along the link to Grist that recently published an article titled, Weeds, Rock Snot and Lionfish a menu for ‘Invasivores’ that indicates that Didymo may well be found on a sustainable menu in the future. The article was prompted by a story titled; A Diet for an Invaded Planet, Invasive Species which appeared in the New York Times under, you guessed it, sustainability. Hey Theaux, Did you know that didymo was edible? Josh Schwartz

A Tiger Trout Fooled on the Gunpowder River

The Gunpowder is flowing at 27 Cfs is 36 degrees and clear. Small grey midges are still coming off sporadically. Watch out for edge ice along the banks as it can make things interesting as one enters or exits the stream. Don’t be in a hurry to fish the middle of the stream. During this time of year, many fish hold in the shallows over leaf litter in order to pick off young of the year from last March. Midge larvae also tend to mass in leaf litter so fish where the food is and bring along a wading staff for good measure. The winds …

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Ring in the Fly Fishing New Year with Backwater Angler. Stop in a Pick Up a License New Years Day!

2011 will mark Backwater Angler’s 10th year. We’re celebrating by being open on New Years Day to help anglers shake off a little cabin fever and properly ring in the New Year by wetting a line. Pictured above is the new MD DNR regulation booklet, Bay Sport Pleasure Boat Sticker and Crabbing Boat Sticker for 2011. Fishing conditions along the river have improved measurably this week. The river is flowing at 29 CFs, is still chilly at 37 F, and should be warming through the weekend. Stoneflies are right around the corner and we should see some black flies and grey midges as the water …

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Happy Holiday Hours and Email Good Cheer

Check out our Happy Holiday Hours: The shop will be open Christmas eve from 10AM till 4 PM. The shop will be closed on Christmas day. The shop will be open Sunday from 10AM till 4PM. The shop will resume regular hours on Monday If you’re windblown and still wondering about what to get the fly fisher on your list and have a VISA or M/C handy, fear not, for EMAIL Gift Certificates, redeemable for gear, guide trips and instruction are available for delivery until 2:00 PM Eastern on December 24th. You may also call us with your email info at 410-357-9557. Cheers!

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