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Posts tagged "steelhead fishing"

March Steelhead – Fly Fishing Report 3/12/13

Posted by Ted Kraimer - March 12, 2013

It has only been a few days since my last report but with the recent rains the river levels on the Manistee and Betsie have increased significantly changing the steelhead fishing conditions.  Here in northern Michigan there is still plenty of snow around and air temperatures have dropped below freezing so look for things to settle once the  river systems purge this increase of water.

In addition to needing some moisture/rain as rivers levels were quite low,  the bump in water levels will move some fish upstream from the lake to stage before their annual spawning ritual.   Look for fish in the larger holes – not only the slow ones, and just off current seams in moderate flow water as fish migrate. Since water clarity has diminished with this partial thaw, increase your flies in size, color, and profile. Big leeches, bright caddis, sparkle stones with rubber legs combined with a large egg pattern – either a clown color scheme, crystal egg or bold glo bug should help you gain the attention of fish.

Wade safely and good luck,

Ted

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