Baetis, Pseudocloeons, Blue Wing Olives. Overcast days on the Shenandoah Valley trout streams can produce great hatches throughout the winter months. A 3 or 4 wt. fly rod combined with a floating fly line, 9ft. 5x or 6x leader and a few flies to match the hatch will provide ample entertainment when the hatch is on. I like to start off with a #20 Mr. Rapidan Parachute or #18 Baltz Dry Para Nymph then switch to a #20 CDC BWO if I am getting refusals. I prefer the first two flies since they tend to be more durable patterns and are easier to see on the water. Remember to watch areas around springs since the water will be a bit warmer in these areas on those cold winter days. Check our Trout Fishing Report to stay up to date with current fishing conditions on our local trout streams.
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