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Early July Fly Fishing Report

Posted by Ted Kraimer - July 9, 2019

July is here, the big hex bugs finally showed up – albeit about 10 days late – and they are still around some on the local rivers. The nocturnal hex are showing up at strange times due to the cool evenings so look for spinner falls to occur just about any time in the day. Water levels, temps and clarity are pretty much what you’d expect for this time of year – mid 60s, clear, and average flows allowing for wading in they typical sections.

In addition to the hex, have some Bat Flies, Isonychias, Stones – Golden and Medium Brown, Cahills and some caddis. Smaller streamers fished on light sink-tips or floating lines can be a good way to cover some water but a lot of the fish are still looking up and are only interested in those mayflies that are like floating porterhouse steaks to them.

Lake fishing remains good for those looking for bluegill and bass action on the local lakes and ponds. Target the weed growth near drop-offs as well as any other structure that might hold fish.

Smallmouth and Carp fishing continues on Grand Traverse Bay. The Carp are spawning in the northern sections where the water is cool and there are still some cruisers on the flats in the shallow ends.

Good luck.

Ted

Trout– Match-the-Hatch fishing through June including the big bugs. Terrestrial & Tricos in July and August.
Fall Fishing – Salmon begins in September which leads to Steelhead in October and November.

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