Date: 5/12/2024
Stream: West Branch Ausable River
Flow: 710 cubic ft/sec main stem
Clarity: Clearing
Temperature: 50 degrees (am)
Hatches: Midges, BWOs, Quill Gordons, Hendricksons and Caddis
Hot Flies: Dry Flies: Little to Zero dry fly activity right now. Black. Grey Caddis, Hendricksons, Black Stimulator #14-16, Griffiths Gnat #20-22 will be the first Dries to pop in May. Nymphs: Black Stoneflies 12-16, Girdle Bug Coffee Black #10-12 Pheasant tail 12-18, Prince Nymph #12-18 Streamers: Dark colored Wooly Buggers (Olive or Black preference), Sparkle Minnow Conehead, Articulated Sparkle Minnows and JIG, classic Mickey Finns and Grey Ghosts, Dhali Lama.
UPDATE: The West Branch is running right about 700cfs, is clear and cold. Fish are beginning to become more and more active everyday. There was a beautiful Hendrickson hatch on Friday officially marking the arrival of our hatch season. Prime dry fly dates in May are wide open and you definitely don’t want to miss it. Please Call 518-946-2217 or email [email protected] for guide inquiries. Thank you and see you soon!
Fishing Outlook: Nymphing and streamers are still the primary strategy, with wet and dry flies during the evening hatch. Hendricksons are here marking the beginning of peak Adirondack trout fishing. Always be ready for decent spinner falls for the Hendrickson hatch. They don’t always come to fruition but when they do its the best nights of the year. Nymphing during the day and being ready for the evening hatch is the best strategy for right now.
For the most up-to-date reports give us a call here at the Fly Shop at 518-946-2117.
Guiding: Guide trips are finally out daily. . If you are interested in booking a trip, and/or looking for more information on guiding give us a call here at the shop, (518) 946-2117, and we are more than happy to fill in the blanks.
Today’s Weather Forecast: 54 degrees, rainy and damp all day
Adirondack Anglers: We are finishing an interior renovation on the building and will be up and running Mid May for all your conventional needs. Some awesome spring / summer programs coming to fruition and can’t wait to get ball rolling. The shop is located at the Four Corners in Wilmington, 5698 NYS ROUTE 86. Warm Water Fly and Conventional Tackle, Stand Up Paddle Board Rentals, NYS Fishing Licenses, live bait and more can be purchased at Adirondack Anglers. For any questions regarding Adirondack Anglers give the shop a call at (518) 946-FISH
2 Hour Family Learn-To Fly Fish: For those interested in trying fly fishing but have no idea where to start, we have the perfect adventure for you. Our two hour learn-to fly fish is the perfect choice for you. One trip covers four people, full outfitted, two hours with your very own private guide, instruction, and of course fishing. It is the perfect way for those who are interested in fly fishing to give it a try, or for families looking for an Adirondack fishing experience. We have 4 time slots daily throughout the summer months, 8-10, 10:30-12:30, 1-3, and 3:30-5:30. No prior fishing experience or gear required, we will fully outfit you with all of the necessary fishing equipment. For those interested in booking or have any further questions give us a call here at the shop (518) 946-2117.
For any questions regarding Adirondack Fishing give the Fly Shop a call at (518) 946-2117 a call and we will get everything squared away, and dial you in for your Adirondack Fishing Adventure.
We look forward to seeing you in the shop and on the water. Tight lines!!
