Current Shop Announcements: Current sections of our website are down including information related to our guided trips. We are currently addressing the issue and we will have the website up and running as soon as we can. We do apologize for any inconveniences caused that may have been caused by this, and don’t hesitate to call the shop with any questions.
Stream: West Branch Ausable River Fishing Report
REMEMBER TO CHECK WATER TEMPERATURES
Flow: 982cfs
Clarity: Off Color/Murky
Temperature: 67 degrees F
Today’s Weather Forecast: High of 78 Degrees F with sunny skies turning to clouds as the day progresses.
Hatches: Stoneflies, Caddis, Sulphur, Light Cahill, Hexagenia, and Tricos
Hot Flies: Dry Flies: Dry fly fishing is on! Sulphurs, Stoneflies, Caddis, and attractors. Dry Flies: Parachute Sulphurs, Olive and Tan Caddis 12-16, Ausable Bombers: 12-14, Ausable Wulff: 12-14, Haystacks: 12-14, . 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: WATER TEMPERATURE IS IN THE 60s on the West branch and flows are up. You definitely don’t want to miss out on these prime conditions. The Ausable is running turbid (off color) so big attractor nymphs and trout streamers such as Sparkle Minnow, Dalai Lamas and Wooly Buggers are your friend. As the water clears, big terrestrial, mayfly and caddis attractor flies casted into pockets will have positive outcomes as well as dredging the bottom with big heavy stonefly nymphs. 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:
With the passing of the spawn, the official opening of Franklin County Bass fishing season, and the coming heat Bass fishing is predicted to be on FIRE! Both the Hungry Trout Fly Shop and our sister shop the Adirondack Anglers Outpost are fully stocked with warm water needs. Our current suggestion is to focus popper patterns with a chartreuse coloration against and along banks. The purpose of poppers is to disturb water to entice fish. Us a method of stripping and sudden rod tip twitches to get that signature “bloop”. Stripping pattern commonly used is “Strip, Strip, Pause, Strip, Strip, Pause…”. Please give the fly shop a call with any questions regarding warm water fishing. We do offer guided Boat and Float Trips for bass for those looking to cover more and bigger water in hunt of those warm water giants.
Current Shop and Guided Fishing Updates:
Main river trout fishing is picking up in the 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 looking for lake monsters. Cooler weather is looking to return next week with some rain in the forecast. The trout will greatly appreciate your patience and allowing them to work through the heat. In the meantime we will be focusing on a local small stream all the way up to a large lake. 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!!
