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Stream Report 4/18/09

April 18, 2009February 1, 2013Harry
Virginia Fly Fishing Report for April 18, 2009. http://shenandoahfishing.murraysflyshop.com/AudioFiles///streamreport041809.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download | EmbedSubscribe: RSS [...]

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Deep Flies

April 17, 2009Harry
If you have trouble getting your nymphs and streamers down deeply even with a moderately fast sinking tip line and a sinking head [...]

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Color and Size Mayflies

April 17, 2009Harry
If you don’t know what dry fly to start the day with keep in mind that from spring to fall they run from [...]

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Watch the Wildflowers

April 13, 2009Harry
Year after year the aquatic insects emerge from the streams at the times specific wildflowers bloom. You can use this information to help [...]

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Mayfly Match

April 13, 2009Harry
If I had one trout dry fly to use during all of the mayfly hatches it would be the Mr. Rapidan Dry Fly [...]

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Fly Fishing Report

April 12, 2009April 12, 2009Harry
Shenandoah River and Shenandoah National Park Fly Fishing Report http://shenandoahfishing.murraysflyshop.com/AudioFiles///FFReport41009.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download | EmbedSubscribe: RSS [...]

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Go Natural

April 3, 2009Harry
I had tried a dozen different trico patterns on a big brown that was rising regularly on the hatch and he would not [...]

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Right or Left Hand?

April 3, 2009Harry
During windy conditions there are many special casting techniques you can use to beat the wind that work reasonably well. However, with crossing [...]

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Feathers

March 27, 2009Harry
The speckled Indian Hen Back is my favorite material for hackling most small nymphs. It has a lively look and pulsates naturally in [...]

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Cautious Approach

March 27, 2009Harry
Go to your hands and knees for smallmouth fishing? In the low clear water late in the summer it can help you catch [...]

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“Unstick” The Stuck Ferrules on your Fly Rod

March 21, 2009March 21, 2009Harry
Harry demonstrates a very effective technique for getting your fly rod apart when the ferrules are just a little too tight after fly [...]

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Spring Fever

March 20, 2009Harry
In early March I cannot wait any longer. I just have to try the smallmouth bass. My best success has been by fishing [...]

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Nature’s Timeing

March 20, 2009Harry
The emergence of Aquatic Insects and the blooming of the beautiful wild flowers often coincide. For example the Quill Gordons start hatching when [...]

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Rod Care Tips

March 14, 2009Harry
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Bump

March 13, 2009Harry
Was that bump as your nymph drifted through that deep pool a strike or did your nymph hit a rock on the stream [...]

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Night Smallmouth Angling

March 13, 2009Harry
Sure you can fish at night for smallmouth bass and you just might catch the largest fish of the year. Tips: Fish water [...]

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The Most Misunderstood Item

March 6, 2009Harry
Leaders are the most misunderstood item in our tackle. This is unfortunate because even if every other piece of you tackle, (the rod, [...]

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Think

March 6, 2009Harry
In order to improve your angling skills be observant when you are on the stream and try to learn something new each day. [...]

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Trout Podcast Part XI–Fishing Medium to Large Streams from early September to December

March 5, 2009May 6, 2018Harry
Fishing Medium to Large Streams from early September to the end of the year http://shenandoahfishing.murraysflyshop.com/AudioFiles///TroutPodcastPartXI.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download | EmbedSubscribe: [...]

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Trout Fishing Podcast Part XI

March 5, 2009March 16, 2022Jeff
Fishing Medium to Large Streams from early September to the end of the year http://shenandoahfishing.murraysflyshop.com/AudioFiles/TroutPodcastPartXI.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download | EmbedSubscribe: [...]

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Strong Bugs

February 27, 2009Harry
Stop breaking the thread when you are tying deer hair bass bugs by using Kevlar Thread. This also produces strong, durable bugs which [...]

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What’s A Pretty Fly?

February 27, 2009Harry
Ask the fish. His is the only opinion which counts. [...]

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Trout Fishing Podcast Part X

February 20, 2009March 16, 2022Jeff
Fishing Small Streams from early September to the end of the year http://shenandoahfishing.murraysflyshop.com/AudioFiles/TroutPodcastPartX.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download | EmbedSubscribe: RSS [...]

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Save Money on Hackle

February 20, 2009Harry
When you are tying big bass dry flies, such as the Mr. Rapidan Skater size 8, use a Metz Saddle Grade 1 rather [...]

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Trout Podcast X 2-19-09–Fishing Small Streams from early September to December

February 19, 2009May 6, 2018Harry
Fishing Small Streams from early September to the end of the year http://shenandoahfishing.murraysflyshop.com/AudioFiles///TroutPodcastPartX.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download | EmbedSubscribe: RSS [...]

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Trout Podcast Part IX 2-12-09–Fishing Medium Streams from June to September

February 13, 2009May 6, 2018Harry
Fishing Medium Streams from June to September http://shenandoahfishing.murraysflyshop.com/AudioFiles///TroutPodcastPartIX.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download | EmbedSubscribe: RSS [...]

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Trout Fishing Podcast Part IX

February 12, 2009March 16, 2022Jeff
Fishing Medium Streams from June to September http://shenandoahfishing.murraysflyshop.com/AudioFiles/TroutPodcastPartIX.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download | EmbedSubscribe: RSS [...]

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February Thaw Trout Fishing Report 2/7/2009

February 6, 2009January 28, 2018Jeff
Sideline cabin fever!  A promise of beautiful weather this weekend will bring about smiles from anglers throughout the mid Atlantic! http://shenandoahfishing.murraysflyshop.com/AudioFiles/QuickStreamRpt.mp3Podcast: Play in [...]

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The February Thaw (A Quick Stream Report)

February 6, 2009February 1, 2013Harry
http://shenandoahfishing.murraysflyshop.com/AudioFiles///QuickStreamRpt.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download | EmbedSubscribe: RSS [...]

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Slim Dry Flies

February 6, 2009Harry
When you are tying small dry flies apply the dubbing very thinly to the thread. This produces a very delicate natural-looking dry fly [...]

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Early Riser

January 30, 2009Harry
You are fishing a meadow trout stream early in the morning and you want to catch a big trout so you plan to [...]

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Stream Notes

January 23, 2009Harry
Stream notes can help you on future trips, bring back memories of great trips and help you avoid wasted time on future trips. [...]

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Ice

January 16, 2009Harry
You can prevent your rod guides from collecting ice in cold weather, up to a point. The reason ice forms on your guides [...]

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Fly Fishing Spring Creeks in the Fall Part 2

January 15, 2009January 15, 2009Harry
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Knee Replacement

January 14, 2009Harry
Harry is home, recovering and doing well. Thank you to everyone for their thoughts and prayers. If everything goes well, Harry will be [...]

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PodCasts on iTunes

January 9, 2009January 28, 2018Harry
Many of you have had problems downloading our PodCasts from iTunes. After a bit of researching the problem we determined that a recent [...]

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Secure Whip Finish

January 9, 2009Harry
Always cut your tying thread after completing a whip finish. Never pull the tying thread to break it off because it may break [...]

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Fly Fishing Spring Creeks in the Fall Part 1

January 8, 2009January 8, 2009Harry
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Knee Surgery

January 7, 2009Harry
Harry is resting in his hospital room after a successful knee replacement yesterday. Thank you to everyone for your support and prayers. [...]

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Trout Podcast Part VIII

January 3, 2009May 6, 2018Jeff
Fly Fishing Small Streams from June to September http://shenandoahfishing.murraysflyshop.com/AudioFiles/TroutPodcastPartVIII.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download | EmbedSubscribe: RSS [...]

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Trout Podcast Part VII

January 3, 2009March 16, 2022Jeff
Fly Fishing medium size streams in the mid-Atlantic from mid April to June http://shenandoahfishing.murraysflyshop.com/AudioFiles/TroutPodcastPartVII.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download | EmbedSubscribe: RSS [...]

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Trout Podcast Part VI

January 3, 2009March 16, 2022Jeff
Fishing Small Streams mid April to June http://shenandoahfishing.murraysflyshop.com/AudioFiles/TroutPodcastPartVI.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download | EmbedSubscribe: RSS [...]

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Trout Podcast Part V

January 3, 2009March 16, 2022Jeff
Tactics for Fly Fishing Trout in medium size streams from early March to mid April http://shenandoahfishing.murraysflyshop.com/AudioFiles/TroutPodcastPartV.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download | [...]

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Trout Podcast Part IV

January 3, 2009March 16, 2022Jeff
Fly Fishing for Trout in Small Streams and the tactics from early March to mid April http://shenandoahfishing.murraysflyshop.com/AudioFiles/TroutPodcastPartIV.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download [...]

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Trout Podcast Part III

January 3, 2009March 16, 2022Jeff
Spotting Trout while fly fishing can be beneficial and a significant advantage under the right circumstances. http://shenandoahfishing.murraysflyshop.com/AudioFiles/TroutPodcastPartIII.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download [...]

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Fly Fishing for Trout Podcast Part II

January 3, 2009March 16, 2022Jeff
This Fly Fishing for Trout Podcast is about reading the water for various size trout fishing streams. http://shenandoahfishing.murraysflyshop.com/AudioFiles/TroutPodcastPartII.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | [...]

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Trout Podcast Part I

January 3, 2009May 6, 2018Jeff
A discussion on Fly Fishing for Trout on small to medium size streams throughout North America. http://shenandoahfishing.murraysflyshop.com/AudioFiles/TroutPodcastPartI.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download [...]

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Trout Podcast Part VIII–Fly Fishing Small Streams from June to September

January 3, 2009May 6, 2018Harry
Fly Fishing Small Streams from June to September [...]

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Happy New Year!!

January 1, 2009Harry
Hello Anglers, I want to wish everyone a wonderful New Year with good health, friendship and lots of fishing! 2009 bring with it [...]

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Trout Podcast Part VII – 12/27/08–Fly Fishing medium size streams in the mid-Atlantic from mid April to June

December 27, 2008May 6, 2018Harry
Fly Fishing medium size streams in the mid-Atlantic from mid April to June http://shenandoahfishing.murraysflyshop.com/AudioFiles///TroutPodcastPartVII.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download | EmbedSubscribe: RSS [...]

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Another markdown on Simms BOA Wading Shoes at Murray’s Fly Shop!
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Latest Stream Report 🎣 We just posted a Trout Stre Latest Stream Report 🎣
We just posted a Trout Stream Fly Fishing Report, packed with current conditions and productive flies for January 14, 2026 . If you’re planning a trip or just want to stay dialed in to what’s working, this is a must-read. #FlyFishing #LearnToFlyFish #FlyFishingSchools
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Fly Fishing for Spring 2026 is calling 🎣 Chase nat Fly Fishing for Spring 2026 is calling 🎣
Chase native brook trout on mountain streams with Murray’s Fly Shop Guided Fly Fishing Trips. Expert local guides provide a full day of fun during the prime time on these pristine streams while the major hatches are occurring. Check your schedule and book your spring adventure now.
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Markdown alert 🎣🔥 The Scott GS Series 7'7" 2-weigh Markdown alert 🎣🔥
The Scott GS Series 7'7" 2-weight, 4-pc fly rod is officially at its lowest price ever—and when it’s gone, it’s gone.This rod is a dream for small streams, tight quarters, and delicate presentations. It loads beautifully at short distances and protects light tippets like a champ. Delicate and precise. New with case and backed by Scott's lifetime warranty.
https://www.murraysflyshop.com/products/scott-g-series-fly-rod👉 Limited inventory.
Want to learn more about fly fishing? Our Mountain Want to learn more about fly fishing? Our Mountain Trout Schools for Spring 2026 are open for registration.  These are held on small native brook trout streams where a short delicate fly rod is just the key. Each school begins with a classroom presentation and then continues on the stream for a full day of learning.
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Summer 2026 dates are live! 🎣☀️ Get on the water w Summer 2026 dates are live! 🎣☀️
Get on the water with Murray’s Fly Shop Half-Day Fly Fishing Lessons—perfect for beginners or anyone looking to sharpen their fly fishing skills. Small groups, expert guides, and unforgettable time on the river. Spots fill fast! Fly Rod and Reel outfit are provided for the class.👉 Book now and make some memories.
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New on the blog from Murray’s Fly Shop 🐟❄️ How Tro New on the blog from Murray’s Fly Shop 🐟❄️
How Trout Feed During Winter: Biology, Metabolism, and What It Means for Anglers – Part Two dives deeper into how cold water affects trout behavior—and how you can adjust your winter tactics for more success. If you fish through the cold months, this is a must-read. 🎣
https://blog.murraysflyshop.com/how-trout-feed-during-winter-biology-metabolism-and-what-it-means-for-anglers-part-two-of-two/
🎣 Fly Fishing Stream Report – January 7, 2026 🎣H 🎣 Fly Fishing Stream Report – January 7, 2026 🎣Happy New Year, anglers! 🌟 If the weather’s cooperating this week, now’s a great time to get out on the water and chase trout. The Virginia stocked trout streams are low, clear, and fishable right now, with the DWR actively stocking rainbows, browns, and some tiger trout throughout the region. 🐟 Grab your nymph rigs and ounces of patience — these fish are active!
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🚨 NEW ITEM ALERT! 🚨 Korkers Greenback Fishing Boot 🚨 NEW ITEM ALERT! 🚨
Korkers Greenback Fishing Boots are officially in stock at Murray’s Fly Shop! 🥾🎣
Built for comfort, traction, and durability—perfect for your next day on the water. Stop by and gear up!  Designed with Korkers’ signature OmniTrax® Interchangeable Sole System, letting you switch between traction styles—from kling-on soles to studded soles in no time—so you can tailor your grip to the river conditions without needing a second pair of boots. Affordable fishing boot with many features.
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Winter doesn’t shut trout down—it changes the game Winter doesn’t shut trout down—it changes the game. ❄️🎣 Dive into Part One of our latest blog from Murray’s Fly Shop: How Trout Feed During Winter: Biology, Metabolism, and What It Means for Anglers and learn how cold water really affects trout behavior.
Start Reading:  https://blog.murraysflyshop.com/how-trout-feed-during-winter-biology-metabolism-and-what-it-means-for-anglers-part-one-of-two/#MurraysFlyShop #FlyFishing #WinterFlyFishing #TroutFishing #TroutBiology #FlyAnglers #FishingTips #ColdWaterFishing
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Murray's Fly Shop Gift Certificates available for Murray's Fly Shop Gift Certificates available for merchandise, fly fishing schools and guided trips.
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❄️🎣 Winter trout season is on! Our Winter Trout Fl ❄️🎣 Winter trout season is on! Our Winter Trout Fly Assortment is now available at Murray’s Fly Shop—handpicked with the best flies for stocked trout streams during cold winter months. When the water’s cold these patterns make all the difference.
Start shopping at https://www.murraysflyshop.com/products/winter-trout-fly-assortment
Want to learn more about fly fishing? Our Mountain Want to learn more about fly fishing? Our Mountain Trout Schools for Spring 2026 are open for registration.  These are held on small native brook trout streams where a short delicate fly rod is just the key. Each school begins with a classroom presentation and then continues on the stream for a full day of learning.
Register today at
https://www.murraysflyshop.com/products/mountaintroutflyfishingschool?_pos=2&_sid=9576d00af&_ss=r
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Murray's Fly Shop would like to thank everyone for Murray's Fly Shop would like to thank everyone for the business and support as we get into the Holiday Season and another New Year. Check out our Holiday Schedule and Up Coming Events held at our fly shop. Need a last minute gift? Murray's Fly Shop gift certificates --order online and receive on your email.
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🎣 This Weeks Trout Stream Fly Fishing Report – Dec 🎣 This Weeks Trout Stream Fly Fishing Report – Dec 17, 2025!
Murray’s Fly Shop just dropped the latest fly fishing report—get the latest updates on current trout conditions, best flies, and where to fish right now. Don’t miss out before your next winter outing!👉 Read the full report at https://www.murraysflyshop.com/blogs/fishing-report/trout-streams-fly-fishing-report-december-17-2025#MurraysFlyShop #FlyFishing #TroutFishing #FlyFishingReport #WinterFlyFishing #TroutStreams #AnglersLife #TightLines
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Join us at Murray’s Fly Shop for hands-on Fly Tying Classes perfect for beginners and seasoned anglers alike! Learn essential techniques, master proven patterns, and enjoy a relaxed, supportive environment led by one of our guides and fly tying expert--Brandon.Class sizes are small and Spots fill fast—reserve yours today!https://www.murraysflyshop.com/pages/fly-fishing-workshops#MurraysFlyShop #FlyTying #FlyFishing #VirginiaOutdoors #FishingCommunity #FlyTyingClass #TieYourOwn #TroutFishing #FishOn #OutdoorSkills
🎣 Ready to chase native brook trout in their most 🎣 Ready to chase native brook trout in their most beautiful mountain homes?Murray’s Fly Shop is excited to announce our 2026 Spring Fly Fishing Schools, held right on Virginia’s legendary native brook trout streams! Whether you're brand-new to fly fishing or looking to sharpen your mountain-stream skills, our hands-on instruction will help you read the water, match the hatch, and cast with confidence. #LearnToFlyFish🌿 Small groups
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🪱 Expert on-stream coachingSpots fill fast each year—2026 registration is open!
Let’s get you on the water this spring. 🌄🐟
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Murray’s Fly Shop just dropped a new blog diving into the craft and quality behind Premium Indian Hackle Capes — what sets them apart, how to choose them, and why they deserve a place at your tying bench. See the blog at https://blog.murraysflyshop.com/premium-indian-hackle-cape/If you're looking to elevate your dries with classic, durable hackle, don’t miss this deep dive. Check it out and level up your tying game! 🎣✨#FlyTying #FlyFishing #MurraysFlyShop #TyingTips #IndianHackle
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