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Gunpowder River Stream Report

February 17, 2023

The Gunpowder River is clearing, dropping from 105 CFS and is 43.5 F. Small streamers and jig nymphs have been working fine. It’s been a bit too windy to fish with small dries. But with water temps on the rise we are certainly getting closer to seeing some Little Black Stoneflies, Black Flies and BWO’s coming off. Midge cluster patters like Griffith’s typically work fine and will keep one from squinting. A peacock elk hair caddis is a great searching pattern especially when using hopper-dropper style with a #18-22 zebra midge trailing the dry. Please note: The shop will be closed on Saturday the 18th …

The Shop will be Closed Until Monday the 13th

February 9, 2023

The shop will be closed till Monday the 13th.

Gunpowder River Fishing Report 1/28

January 30, 2023January 28, 2023

The Gunpowder River is flowing at 99 cfs and the temperature is 41 degrees F. With the water staying high, fishing larger and heavier nymphs has been working well. We have found that patterns like the blowtorch, mini jig leach, and the Frenchie jig have been our top producers. Flies with natural bodies and a hot spot collar are the way to go. Streamers have also been producing. We have found that stripping them slowly has been the most effective. Patterns like the Bank Robber Sculpin, Wooly bugger, Baby Gonga, and the Complex Twist Bugger have been our best producers. The upper river has been …

Shop Hours for the week of Monday, January 16th

January 14, 2023

The shop will be closed on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday of the week of January 16 and will reopen on Thursday the 19th at 10 AM.

Beginning of The Year Fishing Report

January 6, 2023January 2, 2023

With warm weather in the forecast for the next week expect fishing to have some excitement with more active fish. The Gunpowder River is flowing at 87 CFS at 42F which are great conditions for all tactics on the water. On warmer days you may find midges, blue wing olives, or little black stoneflies that may hatch allowing for some dry fly action during our winter. Imitations for these are often in the size 16-20 with a thin black or grey body. Nymphing has been the most consistent way to fish during the winter. Pairing heavier flies like jig leeches with midges or smaller mayfly …

Backwater Angler’s Top Ten for Christmas

December 21, 2022

1.https://backwaterangler.com/product/personalized-fly-selection/ A Fly selection is one of the best stocking stuffers for anglers. We can adjust the number of flies and type to whatever best suits their needs. 2.Backwater Angler Guide Trip Gift Certificate | BACKWATER ANGLER These certificates grant you access to lots of knowledge and insight on the mechanisms of the river and the techniques we use. It is redeemable whenever you are inspired to go out and be treated with all the gear and knowledge necessary to have a good day on the water. 3.Ross Animas | BACKWATER ANGLER The Ross is a fantastic gift for the Holidays. With a light feel …

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