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Dec 11
ArkAnglers
Wednesday 12/11, 2019
Flow at Wellsville: 548 cfs
Water Temp.: High 30s, low 40s
Clarity: Clear
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Saturday Report - Braden Baker
Flows are in the mid-500 cfs range below Salida. These higher than average flows will likely continue throughout the winter. In order to aim for low, consistent flows of 250-400cfs during the spring to benefit the fishery, extra water will be released from Twin Lakes all winter to begin making room in the reservoir for the anticipated snowmelt during runoff next year. The low spring target flows will be ideal for the hatch of next year's brown trout fry, as well as allowing the resident trout population time to maximize their caloric intake before entering the high stress season of the summer, when they operate at a deficit during the higher flows. Generally, the conditions on the river are clear with several feet of visibility. Fish are adjusting well, and will be most likely to feed during the warmest hours of the day.
Following colder nighttime temperatures, focus on fishing the Salida area from 10am to 4pm when the conditions are warmest. With fish transitioning into their winter lies, look for deeper pools below shallow riffles to find fish seeking food. Midges are the most prevalent food source in the river these days, but immature stonefly nymphs, caddis larva, and baetis nymphs are still important. Temperatures are back up in the 40s this weekend and the fishing should be quite good!
*Private water Arkansas River wade trips are available out of both our Salida and Buena Vista shops. Please call our stores for more details.
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Salida Shop: 7500 W. Highway 50, 719-539-4223 / Open Monday-Saturday 8:30-5:30, Sunday 9:00-3:00.
Buena Vista Shop: 517 S. Highway 24, 719-395-1796 / Open Thursday-Saturday, 9:00-5:00. Closed Sunday-Wednesday.
Flow at Wellsville: 548 cfs
Water Temp.: High 30s, low 40s
Clarity: Clear
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Saturday Report - Braden Baker
Flows are in the mid-500 cfs range below Salida. These higher than average flows will likely continue throughout the winter. In order to aim for low, consistent flows of 250-400cfs during the spring to benefit the fishery, extra water will be released from Twin Lakes all winter to begin making room in the reservoir for the anticipated snowmelt during runoff next year. The low spring target flows will be ideal for the hatch of next year's brown trout fry, as well as allowing the resident trout population time to maximize their caloric intake before entering the high stress season of the summer, when they operate at a deficit during the higher flows. Generally, the conditions on the river are clear with several feet of visibility. Fish are adjusting well, and will be most likely to feed during the warmest hours of the day.
Following colder nighttime temperatures, focus on fishing the Salida area from 10am to 4pm when the conditions are warmest. With fish transitioning into their winter lies, look for deeper pools below shallow riffles to find fish seeking food. Midges are the most prevalent food source in the river these days, but immature stonefly nymphs, caddis larva, and baetis nymphs are still important. Temperatures are back up in the 40s this weekend and the fishing should be quite good!
*Private water Arkansas River wade trips are available out of both our Salida and Buena Vista shops. Please call our stores for more details.
Follow us on instagram at @ArkAnglers!
Call 719-539-4223 or email [email protected] with questions or to make your reservation.
Salida Shop: 7500 W. Highway 50, 719-539-4223 / Open Monday-Saturday 8:30-5:30, Sunday 9:00-3:00.
Buena Vista Shop: 517 S. Highway 24, 719-395-1796 / Open Thursday-Saturday, 9:00-5:00. Closed Sunday-Wednesday.
Dec 02
ArkAnglers
Monday 12/2, 2019
Flow at Wellsville: 524 cfs
Water Temp.: High 30s, low 40s
Clarity: Clear
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Monday Report - Braden Baker
Flows are about 525cfs down below Salida. These higher than average flows will likely continue throughout the winter. In order to aim for low, consistent flows of 250-400cfs during the spring to benefit the fishery, extra water will be released from Twin Lakes all winter to begin making room in the reservoir for the anticipated snowmelt during runoff next year. The low spring target flows will be ideal for the hatch of next year's brown trout fry, as well as allowing the resident trout population time to maximize their caloric intake before entering the high stress season of the summer, when they operate at a deficit during the higher flows. Generally, the conditions on the river are clear with several feet of visibility. Fish are adjusting well, and will be most likely to feed during the warmest hours of the day.
Following colder nighttime temperatures, focus on fishing the Salida area from 10am to 4pm when the conditions are warmest. With fish mostly in post-spawn phases now, look for deeper pools below shallow riffles to find fish seeking food. Midges are the most prevalent food source in the river these days, but immature stonefly nymphs, caddis larva, and baetis nymphs are still important. Temperatures are back up in the 40s this week with partly cloudy days in the forcast. Look to fish on the warmest days following mild overnight tempuratures.
*Private water Arkansas River wade trips are available out of both our Salida and Buena Vista shops. Please call our stores for more details.
Follow us on instagram at @ArkAnglers!
Call 719-539-4223 or email [email protected] with questions or to make your reservation.
Salida Shop: 7500 W. Highway 50, 719-539-4223 / Open Monday-Saturday 8:30-5:30, Sunday 9:00-3:00.
Buena Vista Shop: 517 S. Highway 24, 719-395-1796 / Open Thursday-Saturday, 9:00-5:00. Closed Sunday-Wednesday.
Flow at Wellsville: 524 cfs
Water Temp.: High 30s, low 40s
Clarity: Clear
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Monday Report - Braden Baker
Flows are about 525cfs down below Salida. These higher than average flows will likely continue throughout the winter. In order to aim for low, consistent flows of 250-400cfs during the spring to benefit the fishery, extra water will be released from Twin Lakes all winter to begin making room in the reservoir for the anticipated snowmelt during runoff next year. The low spring target flows will be ideal for the hatch of next year's brown trout fry, as well as allowing the resident trout population time to maximize their caloric intake before entering the high stress season of the summer, when they operate at a deficit during the higher flows. Generally, the conditions on the river are clear with several feet of visibility. Fish are adjusting well, and will be most likely to feed during the warmest hours of the day.
Following colder nighttime temperatures, focus on fishing the Salida area from 10am to 4pm when the conditions are warmest. With fish mostly in post-spawn phases now, look for deeper pools below shallow riffles to find fish seeking food. Midges are the most prevalent food source in the river these days, but immature stonefly nymphs, caddis larva, and baetis nymphs are still important. Temperatures are back up in the 40s this week with partly cloudy days in the forcast. Look to fish on the warmest days following mild overnight tempuratures.
*Private water Arkansas River wade trips are available out of both our Salida and Buena Vista shops. Please call our stores for more details.
Follow us on instagram at @ArkAnglers!
Call 719-539-4223 or email [email protected] with questions or to make your reservation.
Salida Shop: 7500 W. Highway 50, 719-539-4223 / Open Monday-Saturday 8:30-5:30, Sunday 9:00-3:00.
Buena Vista Shop: 517 S. Highway 24, 719-395-1796 / Open Thursday-Saturday, 9:00-5:00. Closed Sunday-Wednesday.
Nov 30
ArkAnglers
Friday 11/29, 2019
Flow at Wellsville: 580 cfs
Water Temp.: High 30s, low 40s
Clarity: Clear
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Friday Report - Braden Baker
Flows are at nearly 600cfs down below Salida following some precipitation this week. Even after things settle down these higher than average flows will likely continue throughout the winter. In order to aim for low, consistent flows of 250-400cfs during the spring to benefit the fishery, extra water will be released from Twin Lakes all winter to begin making room in the reservoir for the anticipated snowmelt during runoff next year. The low spring target flows will be ideal for the hatch of next year's brown trout fry, as well as allowing the resident trout population time to maximize their caloric intake before entering the high stress season of the summer, when they operate at a deficit during the higher flows. Generally, the conditions on the river are clear with several feet of visibility. Fish are adjusting well, and will be most likely to feed during the warmest hours of the day.
Following colder nighttime temperatures, focus on fishing the Salida area from 10am to 4pm when the conditions are warmest. With fish mostly in post-spawn phases now, look for deeper pools below shallow riffles to find fish seeking food. Midges are the most prevalent food source in the river these days, but immature stonefly nymphs, caddis larva, and baetis nymphs are still important. Saturday looks to be pretty windy, but beyond that temperatures are back up in the 40s and should accompany sunny weather next week; ideal conditions for early December on the Arkansas.
*Private water Arkansas River wade trips are available out of both our Salida and Buena Vista shops. Please call our stores for more details.
Follow us on instagram at @ArkAnglers!
Call 719-539-4223 or email [email protected] with questions or to make your reservation.
Salida Shop: 7500 W. Highway 50, 719-539-4223 / Open Monday-Saturday 8:30-5:30, Sunday 9:00-3:00.
Buena Vista Shop: 517 S. Highway 24, 719-395-1796 / Open Thursday-Saturday, 9:00-5:00. Closed Sunday-Wednesday.
Flow at Wellsville: 580 cfs
Water Temp.: High 30s, low 40s
Clarity: Clear
(Scroll down for fishing report)
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Friday Report - Braden Baker
Flows are at nearly 600cfs down below Salida following some precipitation this week. Even after things settle down these higher than average flows will likely continue throughout the winter. In order to aim for low, consistent flows of 250-400cfs during the spring to benefit the fishery, extra water will be released from Twin Lakes all winter to begin making room in the reservoir for the anticipated snowmelt during runoff next year. The low spring target flows will be ideal for the hatch of next year's brown trout fry, as well as allowing the resident trout population time to maximize their caloric intake before entering the high stress season of the summer, when they operate at a deficit during the higher flows. Generally, the conditions on the river are clear with several feet of visibility. Fish are adjusting well, and will be most likely to feed during the warmest hours of the day.
Following colder nighttime temperatures, focus on fishing the Salida area from 10am to 4pm when the conditions are warmest. With fish mostly in post-spawn phases now, look for deeper pools below shallow riffles to find fish seeking food. Midges are the most prevalent food source in the river these days, but immature stonefly nymphs, caddis larva, and baetis nymphs are still important. Saturday looks to be pretty windy, but beyond that temperatures are back up in the 40s and should accompany sunny weather next week; ideal conditions for early December on the Arkansas.
*Private water Arkansas River wade trips are available out of both our Salida and Buena Vista shops. Please call our stores for more details.
Follow us on instagram at @ArkAnglers!
Call 719-539-4223 or email [email protected] with questions or to make your reservation.
Salida Shop: 7500 W. Highway 50, 719-539-4223 / Open Monday-Saturday 8:30-5:30, Sunday 9:00-3:00.
Buena Vista Shop: 517 S. Highway 24, 719-395-1796 / Open Thursday-Saturday, 9:00-5:00. Closed Sunday-Wednesday.
Nov 27
ArkAnglers
Wednesday 11/27, 2019
Flow at Wellsville: 519 cfs
Water Temp.: High 30s
Clarity: Clear, icy flows in the morning
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Plus more from Sage, Orvis, and Echo!
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Monday Report - Braden Baker
Flows around Salida were pretty icy this morning following the cold temperatures last night, but will clear throughout the day. We don't expect to see the same ice flows the rest of the week as temperatures warm again through Thanksgiving.
These higher than average flows will likely continue throughout the winter. In order to aim for low, consistent flows of 250-400cfs during the spring to benefit the fishery, water will be incrementally moved all winter to begin making room in Twin Lakes for the anticipated snowmelt during runoff next year. The low spring target flows will be ideal for the hatch of next year's brown trout fry, as well as allowing the resident trout population time to maximize their caloric intake before entering the high stress season of the summer, when they operate at a deficit during the higher flows. Generally, the conditions on the river are clear with several feet of visibility. Fish are adjusting well, and will be most likely to feed during the warmest hours of the day.
Following colder nighttime temperatures, focus on fishing the Salida area from 10am to 4pm when the conditions are warmest. With fish mostly in post-spawn phases now, look for deeper pools below shallow riffles to find fish seeking food. Midges are the most prevalent food source in the river these days, but immature stonefly nymphs, caddis larva, and baetis nymphs are still important.
*Private water Arkansas River wade trips are available out of both our Salida and Buena Vista shops. Please call our stores for more details.
Follow us on instagram at @ArkAnglers!
Call 719-539-4223 or email [email protected] with questions or to make your reservation.
Salida Shop: 7500 W. Highway 50, 719-539-4223 / Open Monday-Saturday 8:30-5:30, Sunday 9:00-3:00.
Buena Vista Shop: 517 S. Highway 24, 719-395-1796 / Open Thursday-Saturday, 9:00-5:00. Closed Sunday-Wednesday.
Flow at Wellsville: 519 cfs
Water Temp.: High 30s
Clarity: Clear, icy flows in the morning
(Scroll down for fishing report)
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Ebbtide LS: $59.95, $35.97
Stone Cold LS: $79.95, $47.97
Bugstopper Hoody: $64.95, $38.97
Various Rio Fly Lines:
40% off Retail!
Various Umpqua and Simms Packs and Vests:
40% off Retail!
Plus more from Sage, Orvis, and Echo!
Call (719) 539-3474 or stop by our Salida location for more information.
Monday Report - Braden Baker
Flows around Salida were pretty icy this morning following the cold temperatures last night, but will clear throughout the day. We don't expect to see the same ice flows the rest of the week as temperatures warm again through Thanksgiving.
These higher than average flows will likely continue throughout the winter. In order to aim for low, consistent flows of 250-400cfs during the spring to benefit the fishery, water will be incrementally moved all winter to begin making room in Twin Lakes for the anticipated snowmelt during runoff next year. The low spring target flows will be ideal for the hatch of next year's brown trout fry, as well as allowing the resident trout population time to maximize their caloric intake before entering the high stress season of the summer, when they operate at a deficit during the higher flows. Generally, the conditions on the river are clear with several feet of visibility. Fish are adjusting well, and will be most likely to feed during the warmest hours of the day.
Following colder nighttime temperatures, focus on fishing the Salida area from 10am to 4pm when the conditions are warmest. With fish mostly in post-spawn phases now, look for deeper pools below shallow riffles to find fish seeking food. Midges are the most prevalent food source in the river these days, but immature stonefly nymphs, caddis larva, and baetis nymphs are still important.
*Private water Arkansas River wade trips are available out of both our Salida and Buena Vista shops. Please call our stores for more details.
Follow us on instagram at @ArkAnglers!
Call 719-539-4223 or email [email protected] with questions or to make your reservation.
Salida Shop: 7500 W. Highway 50, 719-539-4223 / Open Monday-Saturday 8:30-5:30, Sunday 9:00-3:00.
Buena Vista Shop: 517 S. Highway 24, 719-395-1796 / Open Thursday-Saturday, 9:00-5:00. Closed Sunday-Wednesday.