JIm Dicker landed this beautiful brown trout yesterday on the South Platte near Deckers. Jim participated in one of the Blue Quill Angler Winter Clinics. According to Dicker, “The day was perfect for me. Not only did I catch some wonderful fish, but I learned so much. I now believe that I can find places…

The Hi-Vis Griffith Gnat is one of my favorite midge imitations. In larger sizes (sizes 16-18) it fishes well as a midge cluster and in smaller sizes (sizes 20-24) it imitates a single midge. The Hi-Vis Griffith Gnat is perfect for dry-and-dropper rigs, it’s easy to see in harsh glare or in foam, and it…

Some anglers are saddened by the onset of winter, while others welcome the change of season. Winter has become one of our favorite times of the year to fly fish, especially when we’re seeking a little solitude. Anglers willing to endure the elements will typically find uncrowded conditions and a few cooperative trout on almost…

Autumn brings excellent dry fly fishing with blue-winged olives, Tricos, and midges. With diminishing irrigation demand, flows become the most consistent of the year. This alone, provides optimum conditions for dependable dry fly fishing. The fall blue-winged olive is known as the Puesdocleon, or the tiny blue-winged olive. I recommend cramming your fly boxes with…

I’m excited to inform everyone that Dorsey’s UV Scud is now available for purchase in orange and olive in sizes 14-16. To place an order, call the Blue Quill Angler 303-674-4700 and the support team there will gladly assist you! Dorsey’s UV Scud has become a local favorite for tailwater trout. It is now available…