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Milwaukee River Restoration

I just came across this article on the Milwaukee River explaining a bit about its more recent history involving restoration projects such as dam removal, fish ladders, and planting of native vegetation along stream banks, which all contribute to cleaner water and more fish habitat.  This article also explains how migratory trout and salmon have … Continue reading »

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New Flies

I’m still playing around with some skating style dry flies for summer steelhead.  I’m hoping this weekend I get the chance to try some out on the water.  The fun thing about steelhead flies is that they don’t have to imitate anything specific or even real, so it really allows you to have fun with … Continue reading »

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Carp on Dries: Match the Berry Hatch!

In the last few months I’ve spent more than a few hours chasing carp in the pond in my back yard with little to show.  I had made numerous attempts to carp feeding on the bottom and have only had one carp eat which then broke my line immediately.  It has been difficult to say … Continue reading »

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Latest From the Vise

With summer steelhead in mind I decided to tie up some skating-style dry flies in case the opportunity arises.  Having steelhead in rivers with the water temps a bit warmer than fall conditions calls for some dry fly attempts.

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Summer Steelhead

For most people in the midwest the 4th of July means fireworks, bbq’s, and beers.  For some local anglers this day reminds them that summer steelhead are beginning to make their way into Indiana and southern Michigan tributaries.  While things vary year to year depending on weather and water temps, the beginning of July is … Continue reading »

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Everglades Adventure

I got back from Southwest Florida over a week ago and have been too busy with work and family stuff to get to the computer to share my experience until now.  We arrived in Naples, Florida early in the day with enough time to stop at the local fly shop http://www.mangroveoutfitters.com/ to pick up some leaders, … Continue reading »

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