• SATURDAY APRIL 13TH 2019: Introduction to Fly fishing from 9am-3:30pm at Rio Guadalupe Resort, 14130 River Road, Canyon Lake, Tx, 78132.  This class is divided into 4 parts that include fly tying, knots, equipment needed for fly fishing and a basic casting intro and review. After the classes held in the morning, we have open fishing on the river. Members will be available to help any newcomers to the sport   Those needing waders or boots can rent them at Action Anglers just down the road and can be fitted after lunch. Cost is $20 for all attendees. This includes your entrance fee and help in defraying our cost for lunch.  However, if you join the club that day by joining the IFF, the cost will be free.
• Please make reservations for this class in that we only have 12 openings.  Reservations can be made by contacting us on the web site or via email to Mike Wright at mikewright2m@mac.com or 951-805-9713. Please try to reserve as soon as possible so we can get a good headcount for the lunch.
• This is the FIRST TIME we have included fly fishing in the class.  I believe it will be a great experience for class participants to actually try fishing with the fly they tied.  We will furnish fly rods and reels on request if you do not have them.  Jus let us know when u register and we will try to accommodate you. Please bring your own flys and equipment if you have it.SOME PICTURES TO SHOW YOU TO “WET” YOUR APPETITE!!!!

  

 

We covered a lot of territory in the advanced casting class on Saturday the 23rd of March.  Aerial mending, water mending, reach casts, shooting line, DOUBLE HAUL AND SINGLE HAUL and distance casting. Then we went to the River and did mending on the water, reach casts, and covered nymphing  and the stack mend which put you  in the feeding zone twice as long as a regular nymph cast.  Additionally we discussed streamer fishing and how to mend down stream to make the lure act like a minnow next to the bank on the far side.  It really makes a difference when you do these cast on the water instead of the grass.  Actual current in the river makes it much harder and you have to additionally learn line control and feeding line.  The small class allowed a lot of individual attention and I must say, at least one of our members can now DOUBLE HAUL.  The other 2 are on their way and will just take some practice and patience to get it going.  Thanks to those who showed up for this class!!!!

On Tuesday we had and all day float from Rio to Rocky Beach.  We had 3 boats and 3 guides with the flows running at about 360cfs.  Lots of fish were caught using the standard 3 fly rig under and indicator.  Most of the bites were soft and barley moved the indicator.  Some of us caught some nice 16-18 rainbows and one good brown was caught.   Thanks to Ron DeMeyer for setting this up.  I’ll let the pictures do most of the talking!!

• SATURDAY MARCH 23: Advanced Casting with Mike from 9-11:30 at the Cypress Bend Park. This class will focus on Ariel Mending, on the water mending, curve casts, slack line casts and accuracy and distance. One of the casts will show you how to double your time in the feeding zone when nymphing!!!!!!!!! Rods and reels are available if requested.Cost is free for NBFF members and $10 for non- members.  However, if you join the club that day by joining the IFF, the cost will be free. 
• You should wear waders or be prepared to wade, because all these casts and mends are best done on the water.  You can always do the casts from the bank, but will not get the same results as in the water.
• We will meet at the parking lot opposite the covered area and go the to the field and river from there.

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Fly Fishing Report To all who’ve recently subscribed to our newsletter: Thank you for joining! The fishing on the Guadalupe has been great, and is full of beautiful browns and rainbows. The river flows are currently at 347 CFS. These higher-than-normal flows will likely make for great trout fishing into June, and possibly summer. All of the trout stockings are complete, and the fish have adapted well to their new environment. Smaller Midge and BWO patterns have been the norm with challenging battles to keep the fish on. The Canyon Lake level is full and the outflows will be be similar to the inflows. It’s very important to keep a watch on the river flows. Wading can become dangerous if you are on the river when the flows are suddenly increased from the dam. We recommend visiting http://www.grtu.org/flow/ to stay informed of lake level and dam release. Anglers who are wading are benefiting from using wading staffs and having knowledge of the river from the low-water years. Longer leaders and heavier split-shot is needed for nymph rigs. Streamer anglers are using sink-tip lines or leaders to swing buggers of various colors. This is our 17th trout season. We’ve seen high flows, low flows, and everything in between. Please contact us if you want to experience some great hill country fly fishing. Don’t be intimidated by the skills needed to fish the higher flows. By booking a half-day trip or 2-hour lesson, we can provide the equipment needed and show you how to use it. This is a great way to break into the sport or improve skills. I’d like to fill you in on the most recent news in the Texas Hill Country and west/central Colorado. News and updates: 1. Action Angler is a booking agent and guide for 1, 2, and 3 day float trips on the Gunnison River through the Gunnison Gorge and lower Gunnison River. This allows us to hold preferred dates for our clients. We have 2 boats remaining available for a 3-day trip through the Gorge starting June 22, 2019 during the famous Salmon Fly hatch. The Gunnison Gorge is thought of by many as a Top 20 Destination To See Before You Die, and also referred to as a mini-Grand Canyon. The lower Gunnison River is an easier-paced section, with day trips starting at $600. Please contact us for details. 2. The next meeting for the New Braunfels Fly Fishers is scheduled for March 26, 2019.  https://www.facebook.com/NewBraunfelsFlyFishers 3. We offer 2-hour lessons designed for your needs. Trout, bass, and saltwater fly fishing can all be covered. $100 per angler. 4. If you are planning to be in the Aspen or Glenwood Springs areas in the summertime or early fall, call Aspen Fly Fishing and/or Crystal Fly Shop to book trips.  Be sure to request Chris Jackson as your guide.  http://www.aspenflyfishing.com/  http://www.crystalflyshop.com/index.html If you are planning to be in the Crested Butte or Gunnison areas in the summertime or early fall, call Dragonfly Anglers to book trips on the upper Gunnison River and request Chris Jackson as your guide.  http://www.dragonflyanglers.com/ 5. Considering a fly fishing trip to Canada? Please let us know if you are interested in a premier Bull Trout fly fishing destination in the Northern Rockies of British Columbia. Here are a few nice river homes to stay at while visiting the Guadalupe River. Two of them are located across the street from the fly shop, and can sleep up to 8. http://www.newbraunfelsescapes.com/Unit/Details/134273 https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/12068571?bev_ref=1419265528_L9zlmItssOgZ0063&user_id=25097597&s=3 http://agent-77636.pages.tourfactory.com/ https://rioguadaluperesort.com/ https://www.maricopariversidelodge.com/ https://www.kueblerwaldrip.com/ Sincerely, Chris Jackson, Owner/Lead Guide Go Where the Action Is! www.actionangler.net 830-708-FISH (830-708-3474)

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