Current Shop Announcements: We have plenty of guiding opportunities open for the rest of summer into the fall!!
Stream: West Branch Ausable River Fishing Report
REMEMBER TO CHECK WATER TEMPERATURES
Flow: 1020c.f.s
Clarity: Off /Clearing
Temperature: 68 Degrees F at 9am
Today’s Weather Forecast: High of 76 and cloudy and sunny.
Hatches: Stoneflies, Caddis, BWO, Sulphur, Light Cahill, Hexagenia, and Tricos
Hot Flies: Dry Flies: Dry fly fishing is still around with Sulphurs, Stoneflies, Caddis, and attractor mayfly and terrestrial patterns. Dry Flies: Parachute Sulphurs, Olive and Tan Caddis 12-16, Ausable Bombers: 12-14, Ausable Wulff: 12-14, Haystacks: 12-14, Fat Alberts Yellow and Pink: Size 8-12, . Nymphs: Black Stoneflies 12-16, Girdle Bug Coffee Black #10-12 Pheasant tail 12-18, Prince Nymph #12-18, Copper Johns: 12-18, Perdigons: Caddis Pupa’s: 12-18, Sexy Waltz Worms: 12-18, Anderson Birds of Prey: 12-18, Montana Sally’s: 14-16. 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.
Fishing Outlook: Sunrise till noon is the name of the game for trout right now, and we have been spending our evenings throwing poppers to hungry bass. Dry droppers using big attractor dry fly patterns such as Foam Terrestrials, Ausable wulffs, Ausable Bombers, and Stimulators, combined with a prince nymph, copper John, pheasant tail or jig montana sally will be still in play for prime flow conditions. Beginning Wednesday we will be seeing night temperatures in the high 50s and day temps in the 70s, so defiantly be on the look out for prime fishing temperatures. For the most up-to-date reports or have any questions regarding fishing strategies give us a call here at the Fly Shop at 518-946-2117.
Adirondack Warm Water Fishing Report:
Bass and Pike fishing is on FIRE right now on the big water and also on our local Floats. Both the Hungry Trout Fly Shop and our sister shop the Adirondack Anglers are fully stocked with warm water needs. Doing very well with poppers against the banks on our floats. Pop, Pop, BOOM!. Please give the fly shop a call with any questions regarding warm water fishing. Our Boat and Float Trips depart daily.
Current Shop and Guided Fishing Updates:
Main river trout fishing is limited to early mornings. For your afternoon fishing opportunities you can find the hungry trout staff on small streams for brook trout, floating the Saranac river, and ripping boats across the Saranac Lake system. Cooler weather on the horizon. If you are interested in guided trip or would like more information, please Call 518-946-2117 or email [email protected] for guide inquiries. Thank you and see you soon!
Guiding: Guide trips are going out everyday and we have plenty of availability. Our trips are flexible with scheduling, we do offer mornings, evenings and full day.
Adirondack Anglers: Adirondack Anglers is open 9-5 daily and is continuing to be stocked with new tackle for your conventional and warm water fishing needs. 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!!
