Fly fishing around the aquatic grassbeds in August is one of my favorite things. They hold great numbers of shiner minnows which the smallmouth heavily feed upon. At dusk the bass crash into these areas heavily. By casting a Silver Outcast Streamer out in front of their anticipated path, you can catch many bass. Listen to my podcast for more information.>>
We are currently dealing with high and muddy water on the Shenandoah River. Be sure to check our stream reports for up to date information on the stream conditions.
Fly Fishing the Native Brook Trout
The major aquatic insect hatches are over so the trout are feeding primarily on terrestrial insects. I’m getting great dry fly fishing with Murray’s Flying Beetle size 14 & 16 and Mr. Rapidan Ant size 16 & 18. Fish these below the overhanging tree limbs and streamside laurel. An upstream dead drift tactic is usually the most effective method. Listen to my podcast for more information. >>
The native brook trout streams are holding up well with the extra rain we are getting this summer. So take advantage of it while you can.
A good reference book for access to the native brook trout streams in the SNP–Trout Fishing in the Shenandoah National Park.
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