South Platte River Update
Many anglers are wondering why the South Platte below Cheesman Reservoir is so low this year? The general consensus is we had an above average snowpack so this leaves many anglers shaking their heads, wondering what happened to all the white stuff? I am hopeful that these words will help clarify things. For the past…
Read MorePat Dorsey Invites you to the Brazilian Amazon to Target Peacock Bass November 13-21, 2020
The Blue Quill Angler and Nomadic Waters have teamed up for a trip of a lifetime to the Brazilian Amazon. A Nomadic Waters Expedition to the Rio Negro River is one of the most unique adventures in the world. This world-class experience includes living aboard one of the finest motherships in the Amazon, eating delicious…
Read More5 Tips to Catch Stubborn Winter Trout
Odd as it might sound—winter is one of my favorite times of the year to fly fish. Anglers willing to endure the elements can find a little solitude and a few feeding fish on almost any winter outing. Winter fishing is oftentimes the most technical fishing of the year. Fly-fishers need to bring their A…
Read MoreSouth Platte Update…Run-Off Still Prevails
No one is complaining about the high water, especially after last years drought! I think most would agree–I’d rather have too much water, than not enough! Last year’s drought, combined with a flash flood that dropped four inches of rain in one afternoon, caused severe damage in many locations. Several washouts containing decomposed granite and other…
Read MoreCheesman Reservoir Spills
Cheesman Reservoir reached full pool and began spilling late Friday night. This is great news for South Platte enthusiasts, as last year’s drought is now a recent memory with a well-above average snow pack. According to Dave Bennett at Denver Water, “Cheesman will be spilling for a while and our folks will blending spill water…
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