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Fishing the Spring Shad Run

Fishing the Spring Shad Run: Best Tactics, Flies, and Timing for American & Hickory Shad Success

Shown is a yellow/ tan and blue fly line on a black reel. The fly line has visible cracks in the coating and needs to be replaced

Is Your Gear Ready for warm weather? A Spring Prep Checklist

Scott F2 fly rod was used to catch this native brook trout on a blue ridge mountain stream near Washington, DC

March Fly Fishing: Appalachian Brook Trout, Smallmouth & Spring Hatches

Dale, a Murray's Fly Shop Instructor is seen showing an angler how to Swing Nymph with a High Rod tip on a beautiful rock strewn mountain trout stream surrounded by oak trees.

Euro, Czech and High-Stick Nymphing? Nymph Fishing Without a Floating Indicator

The original Murray’s Hellgrammite fly pattern for smallmouth bass and trout, featuring ostrich herl for lifelike undulating underwater movement.

The Evolution of Murray’s Hellgrammite: From Riverbed to Vise

Scott F2 fly rod was used to catch this native brook trout on a blue ridge mountain stream near Washington, DC
March Fly Fishing: Appalachian Brook Trout, Smallmouth & Spring Hatches
Fly Fishing Podcast
Fly Fishing Podcast–January 2026

Bass Podcast XII–Fishing Grassbeds for Smallmouth Bass from mid July to mid September

July 16, 2009May 6, 2018Harry
Harry’s view on FISHING GRASSBEDS FOR SMALLMOUTH BASS from mid July to mid September https://shenandoahfishing.murraysflyshop.com/AudioFiles////basspodcastxii.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download | EmbedSubscribe: [...]

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Fast Water Trout Strike

July 16, 2009Harry
When fishing a dry fly upstream for trout in a fast stream an easy way to set the hook when lots of slack [...]

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Backup Outfit

July 16, 2009Harry
I always keep a backup rod and reel in the back of my car whether I’m fishing for trout or bass. You never [...]

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Smallmouth Bass Fly Fishing Podcast Part XI

July 10, 2009March 16, 2022Jeff
Fishing Smallmouth Skaters from early July to mid September https://shenandoahfishing.murraysflyshop.com/AudioFiles/basspodcastXI.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download | EmbedSubscribe: RSS [...]

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Bass Podcast XI–Fishing Smallmouth Skaters from early July to mid September

July 10, 2009May 6, 2018Harry
Fishing Smallmouth Skaters from early July to mid September https://shenandoahfishing.murraysflyshop.com/AudioFiles///basspodcastXI.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download | EmbedSubscribe: RSS [...]

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Missed that Trout?

July 10, 2009Harry
Keep missing strikes on dry flies? These may be last minute refusals. Try going to a smaller fly and a finer tippet. [...]

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Bug Action

July 10, 2009Harry
Use your line hand to impart the action to your surface bugs whether they are Chuggars, Poppers, Sliders or Deer Hair Bugs. With [...]

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Deal of the Week 07-10-09

July 9, 2009September 19, 2021Harry
Deal of the Week Purchase the Scott A3 907-4pc. rod for bass for $335.00 and get a S.A. Mastery WF-7 Bass Bug Taper [...]

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Popper Fly Fishing for Smallmouth Bass

July 7, 2009February 13, 2016Harry
Damselfly’s are a great source of food for the Smallmouth Bass. Poppers work great in the areas you find damselfly’s. [...]

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Smallmouth Bass Fly Fishing Podcast Part X

July 3, 2009January 4, 2023Jeff
Listen to Harry discuss tactics to use while fly fishing Surface Bugs for Smallmouth Bass from mid July through the end of the [...]

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Smallmouth Bass Fly Fishing Podcast Part X–Fishing Smallmouth Hard Head Surface Bugs from mid July to December

June 29, 2009January 4, 2023Harry
Harry’s view on fishing Smallmouth Hard Head Surface Bugs from mid July to the end of the year https://shenandoahfishing.murraysflyshop.com/AudioFiles/basspodcastx.mp3Podcast: Play in new window [...]

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Smallmouth Bass Fly Fishing Podcast Part IX

June 29, 2009March 16, 2022Jeff
Harry’s view on Smallmouth Streamer Tactics from mid June to mid July https://shenandoahfishing.murraysflyshop.com/AudioFiles/basspodcastix.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download | EmbedSubscribe: RSS [...]

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Ride the Wind

June 26, 2009Harry
When you are fishing a meadow trout stream in the summer keep alert for strong winds than can blow terrestrial insects into the [...]

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Splash

June 26, 2009Harry
Frequently delivering your Inchworm dry fly with a gentle splash on the presentation cast will bring strikes from trout that pass up a [...]

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Bass Podcast IX–Smallmouth Streamer Tactics from mid June to mid July

June 19, 2009February 13, 2016Harry
Harry’s view on Smallmouth Streamer Tactics from mid June to mid July https://shenandoahfishing.murraysflyshop.com/AudioFiles////basspodcastix.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download | EmbedSubscribe: RSS [...]

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The Chase

June 19, 2009Harry
Smallmouth bass feed heavily upon shiner minnows that live in water 2 to 3 feet deep over gravel bars. Apparently the bass are [...]

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High Bass Rivers

June 19, 2009Harry
Frequently a smallmouth bass river will be clear enough for good fishing but it is too high to wade it safely. This is [...]

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Deal of the Week 06-19-09

June 18, 2009September 19, 2021Harry
Purchase 3 of each Murray’s Yellow Drake #16, Murray’s Sulphur Dry #16, and Murray’s Professor Dry #14 for $21.95 Want to Order? [...]

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Spawning Smallmouth

June 16, 2009Harry
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Using Trout Tactics for Smallmouth Bass

Smallmouth Bass Fly Fishing Podcast Part VIII

June 12, 2009May 29, 2022Jeff
Harry’s View on Fly Fishing for Smallmouth Bass tactics with dry flies from mid-May to mid-June. https://shenandoahfishing.murraysflyshop.com/AudioFiles/basspodcastviii.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download [...]

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Deals of the Week

June 12, 2009September 19, 2021Harry
Deal of the Week: Simms new Freestone Boot with Vibram StreamTread Sole which gives great stream traction while assuring that you will not [...]

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Old Tippet Material

June 12, 2009Harry
I don’t like to take a chance of loosing my largest fish of the year because a knot broke in my old tippet [...]

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Call for Help

June 12, 2009Harry
If you become badly hurt from a fall in many remote streams you may not be able to call out on your cell [...]

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Bass Podcast VIII–Smallmouth Dry Fly Tactics mid May through Mid June

June 11, 2009May 6, 2018Harry
Harry Murray’s view on Smallmouth Dry Fly Tactics mid May through Mid June https://shenandoahfishing.murraysflyshop.com/AudioFiles///basspodcastviii.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download | EmbedSubscribe: RSS [...]

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Smallmouth Bass Podcast Part VII

June 5, 2009January 4, 2023Jeff
Learning to fly fish for smallmouth bass can be as easy as using the same tactics you would use on the larger western [...]

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It Takes Courage

June 5, 2009Harry
My young fishing partner had just hooked his first large brown trout and he was in trouble. He hooked the trout on a [...]

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Smallmouth at Night

June 5, 2009Harry
Many large smallmouth bass feed heavily at night. This fishing can be very exciting and it is not as difficult as you suspect. [...]

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Bass Podcast VII–Smallmouth Streamer Tactics from mid May to mid June.

June 4, 2009May 6, 2018Harry
Harry’s discussion on Smallmouth Streamer Tactics from mid May to mid June. https://shenandoahfishing.murraysflyshop.com/AudioFiles///basspodcastvii.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download | EmbedSubscribe: RSS [...]

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Mayflies are still available

June 1, 2009February 13, 2016Harry
There are still a few mayflies available to the Brook Trout in the mountain streams throughout our area. These Mayflies hatch predominately late [...]

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Fly Fishing Smallmouth Bass Podcast Part VI

May 29, 2009January 4, 2023Jeff
Smallmouth Nymph Tactics from early April to mid May https://shenandoahfishing.murraysflyshop.com/AudioFiles/basspodcastvi.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download | EmbedSubscribe: RSS [...]

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Bass Podcast VI–Smallmouth Nymph Tactics from early April to mid May

May 28, 2009May 6, 2018Harry
Smallmouth Nymph Tactics from early April to mid May https://shenandoahfishing.murraysflyshop.com/AudioFiles///basspodcastvi.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download | EmbedSubscribe: RSS [...]

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Rain and the Rivers

May 27, 2009February 13, 2016Harry
The South Fork of the Shenandoah drainage received more rain than the North Fork drainage. The North Fork of the Shenandoah is still [...]

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Memorial Day thought..

May 25, 2009February 13, 2016Harry
While enjoying time on a river or with family; remember those who served and made the ultimate sacrifice to keep us free! God [...]

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Floating the North or South Fork

May 23, 2009February 13, 2016Harry
The water levels are great right now for floating just about anywhere on the North or South Fork of the Shenandoah. Fly fishing [...]

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When to Skate

May 22, 2009Harry
If you are on a smallmouth river in the middle of the day during the summer and see bass jumping into the air [...]

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Bass Fly

May 22, 2009Harry
If I could have only one smallmouth fly to use in all situations it would be the Murray’s Black Heavy Hellgrammite. Not only [...]

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Smallmouth Bass Fly Fishing Podcast Part V

May 22, 2009March 16, 2022Jeff
Listen to Harry Murray’s discussion on fly fishing for smallmouth bass with streamers from early April to late May. https://shenandoahfishing.murraysflyshop.com/AudioFiles/basspodcastV.mp3Podcast: Play in new [...]

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Bass Podcast V–Smallmouth Bass Fly Fishing Streamer Tactics from early April until mid May

May 21, 2009May 6, 2018Harry
Harry’s discussion on Smallmouth Bass Fly Fishing Streamer Tactics from early April until mid May. https://shenandoahfishing.murraysflyshop.com/AudioFiles///basspodcastV.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download | [...]

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North and South Fork Muddy

May 17, 2009Harry
Both forks of the Shenandoah River drainages have received heavy rainfall in the last 24 hours. This rainfall has left both rivers unfishable [...]

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Smallmouth Bass Fly Fishing Podcast Part IV

May 16, 2009May 6, 2018Jeff
Reading a Smallmouth Bass River https://shenandoahfishing.murraysflyshop.com/AudioFiles/basspodcastiv.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download | EmbedSubscribe: RSS [...]

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Discolored Water

May 15, 2009Harry
As the smallmouth rivers begin to clear after a period of muddy water the fishing can be outstanding. How clear does the water [...]

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High Trout Streams

May 15, 2009Harry
The trout often adapt to the high water levels in the spring by moving out to the sides of the streams to feed. [...]

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Stream Report May 14, 2009

May 14, 2009February 13, 2016Harry
Harry Murray’s oral stream report for both trout and bass. streamreport051409 [...]

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Bass Podcast IV–Reading A Smallmouth River

May 14, 2009May 6, 2018Harry
Reading a Smallmouth Bass River https://shenandoahfishing.murraysflyshop.com/AudioFiles///basspodcastiv.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download | EmbedSubscribe: RSS [...]

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Smallmouth Bass River Report

May 14, 2009July 31, 2016Harry
For those of you interested in Smallmouth Bass Fly Fishing in Virginia, check out the Smallmouth Bass River Report from the Virginia Department [...]

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The Brookies are feeding and Mayflies are hatching

May 11, 2009February 28, 2017Harry
Great Fly Fishing awaits! The Brook Trout in the Blue Ridge Mountains are feeding like crazy! Expect to find a lot of hatching [...]

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Stream Report May 8, 2009

May 8, 2009February 13, 2016Harry
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Know Your Stream

May 8, 2009Harry
On streams you fish several times a year and those you fish on annual trips year after year it is wise to make [...]

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Favorite Surface Bug

May 8, 2009Harry
If I could have only one surface bug for all of my bass fishing it would be the Murray’s Shenandoah Blue Popper. Why?? [...]

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Smallmouth Bass Podcast Part III

May 7, 2009March 16, 2022Jeff
Fly Fishing for Smallmouth Bass is intricately connected to the available food supply. Here we discuss the Natural Food For Smallmouth Bass. https://shenandoahfishing.murraysflyshop.com/AudioFiles/basspodcastIII.mp3Podcast: [...]

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Smallmouth Bass Fly Fishing Stream Report for Marc Smallmouth Bass Fly Fishing Stream Report for March 18, 2026
See the latest report at
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Fly Fishing Trout Stream Report for March 18, 2026 Fly Fishing Trout Stream Report for March 18, 2026 is LIVE.
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Spring is calling… and that means shad fishing. 🌊🎣 Spring is calling… and that means shad fishing. 🌊🎣Our latest blog is all about fishing the exciting spring shad run!
In this post, we cover when to go, where to find them, and the fly patterns and techniques that will help you.  NEW This Year--We are offering half day guided trips for the shad fishing.
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Blue Quill Mayfly Hatch Fly Special with Murray's Blue Quill Mayfly Hatch Fly Special with Murray's hand tied Mountain Leader on sale at
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Murray's Fly Shop Fly Casting 101 Class- March 21, Murray's Fly Shop Fly Casting 101 Class- March 21, 2026
Shad season is almost here! 🎣 From late March thro Shad season is almost here! 🎣
From late March through early May, join us on the beautiful Rappahannock River for a Half-Day Guided Fly Fishing Trip targeting American Shad. Perfect for both beginners and experienced anglers.✔️ Half-day guided trip
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🎣 Thursday Ten Drop Special – March 12!It’s time 🎣 Thursday Ten Drop Special – March 12!It’s time for our Thursday Ten Drop Special at Murray’s Fly Shop! For one day only, enjoy 10% OFF select items—perfect for stocking up before your next day on the water.
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The warm weather urges us to get on the water but The warm weather urges us to get on the water but is your gear ready? Read our blog on how to get your gear ready with tips for the spring season.
https://blog.murraysflyshop.com/is-your-gear-ready-for-warm-weather-a-spring-prep-checklist/
Smallmouth Bass Fly Fishing Report for March 11, 2 Smallmouth Bass Fly Fishing Report for March 11, 2026 with recommended flies is now LIVE on our website.  Read the report at
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Just Up--Trout Stream Fly Fishing Report for March Just Up--Trout Stream Fly Fishing Report for March 11, 2026.  See the report for tips and recommended flies at
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You know the rule… Big flies = BIG bass. 🐟💥 We jus You know the rule… Big flies = BIG bass. 🐟💥
We just stocked up on some absolute bass magnets:🔥 Articulated Daddy’s Money – flashy articulated that mimics baitfish.
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Gear Up for Native Brook Trout Fishing in the Shen Gear Up for Native Brook Trout Fishing in the Shenandoah National Park. This book is a great reference to the different streams, hatch charts, and other fly fishing tips.
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A view of the discolored water this morning on Sto A view of the discolored water this morning on Stoney Creek in Edinburg VA
March Fly Fishing: Appalachian Brook Trout, Smallm March Fly Fishing: Appalachian Brook Trout, Smallmouth Bass and Spring Hatches has just landed on our blog page
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