I usually go to Hungry Trout's site for Ausable River conditions ever since Frans Betters closed shop, but they havent updated for about 2 weeks (probably still hungover from the 4th). The USGS doesnt show temps and the Ausable River Two shop doesnt mention temps either. Anyway, my old man was...

Well, with Sunday and Monday dedicated to beer and bbq's, my only oppurtunity to hit some water was Saturday. Not very promising with the weather and the wind reports. My plan all week was to hit the SB, but levels were still too high so we gave the Musky a go. Fished the TCA (levels were...

Had a nice weekend in the Downsville area. Didnt see much action on the Willow or Beaver Kill. WB was great and where we did most of our fishing. Friday night was raining spinners and fish were rising consistently. Rustys were obviously the go-to and did well. Saturday was a little colder and...

I will be up in the Roscoe area for a few days and was wondering if anyone had a decent report for the WB? Specifically if the March Browns are around and how far along sulphurs are? Looks like the levels will be back down after last weeks crazy weather. Thanks for any advice or input.

Going on a turkey hunt with some buddies up near Cooperstown, NY for four days. Was wondering if anyone had some info on nearby trout waters. Im unfamiliar with the area and my buddies want to bass fish on their lake, but Id rather throw some flies on a trout river or stream. Im not sure if the...

Anyone tie with quail feathers? Now that the hunting season is winding down its time to sit at the desk and put these feathers to work. I have a bunch of quail and have only been able to find the following soft hackle I've been messing with: Mustad 3906 size 12 Peacock ice dub body Quail...

Stripers are in full effect in Ocean County. Lost a monster after a ten minute battle and landed a short. Also got about 8 blues in the few hours I was out. A buddy was spinning, I was flying (sand eel patterns).

With this site rapidly growing and all the new members and pics in the galleries, I just started wondering how many of these photogenic fish are actually being mishandled for pics. I've seen some real bungholes out there take 3-4 minutes to get a fish to shore and beach it for a photo. I want to...

Finally hitting the Smokies next weekend for 6-7 days. Thanks to AKSkim, I've got a lot of good info to take along with me. Since I dont have the time to hit them all up, I was wondering if anyone had any favorite streams you could point me towards. Im all catch and release and wont be heading...

Just wondering who's heading to this year's show and what speakers or demonstrations you guys think are a must see. Enjoy yourself to all who attend.

Most of the threads seem a bit boring this time of year so I'll make an attempt to get some discussion going and roll that over to some movie watching during my down-time. Besides the regular favorites (A River Runs Through It, Jaws, Moby Dick), what are some of your favorite fishing movies...

Anyone ever fished the Rogue in Oregon? I'll be there in July. From what I understand its a big salmon river. Not sure if I should be using my 8/9 for salmon or a 5 or 6 for trout. If anyone has been here I'd love some advice. Im staying in Medford. Thanks if you can help. P.S. I cant afford a...

Hey all, Im doing some fishing early on Sat. in Morris County and have a question. The state parks dont open until 8am and I'd like to start fishing earlier. Can I park in the sportmans parking lots and be OK to fish before 8, or will no one bother me if I hit the parks before 8? Any...

Wondering how those that ventured out in NJ this opener did? I didn't have many fish compared to what I was seeing going on with the baiters. Some might not need to hit Shop Rite for a few weeks! I was using various nymphs and streamers. Saw many gray caddis and some blue q's, especially...

Just ordered a North Face Roadrunner 23 tent after hearing good things. This will be my first North Face tent and was wondering if anyone had any opinions on North Face tents in general. My main mission is to stay dry!! I've had some problems in the past and was told North Face sets the bar...

I plan on doing some hiking in the Pine Barrens around the Botona Trail area. I've caught pickerel before while bass fishing, but this trip I'll be doing pickerel fishing only. Any leader tricks you guys know of for fly fishing for these guys. I'm thinking their teeth might present a problem...

Hey all, Planning our trek cross country and reservations are in need. I'll be in Yellowstone in July and was going to make reservations for the Madison campground inside the park (figured it's near the Madison, can't go wrong). Would anyone suggest a better campground in the park where I can...

Hello, Getting more and more into small stream fishing and I'm getting a new outfit. I'm stuck on one item though. In the past, I've only used wf lines, shooting lines, and sinking lines. I've read a few places that tapered lines work good for small and short presentations and for roll casts...

Getting a new reel and heard many good things on the orvis batten kills. There are a few different kinds and was just wondering if anyone could give a suggestion. I'm currently thinking of the bar stock batten kill. I'll be using a 4 or 5 wt rod for trout on med size rivers. If anyone could...

Happy Holidays all. Got a bunch of new tying materials for X-mas, when my girl asked me a question that I didn't know how to answer.. are the animals whose feathers, fur, and hair we use ever harmed in the process? Never thought about this one. I know some people who hunt and use these things...