Blue River - below Green Mountain Reservoir

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Latest Fishing Report

Report Date

Oct. 28, 2009

Flow

395 cfs

Reporter

Tucker Ladd

Overview

Flows are finally starting to drop making the Lower Blue a prime fall fishing destination

Current Conditions

After months of high flows and difficult wading, water levels are starting to drop on the Lower Blue. Although this will come as a dissapointment to boaters, wade fisherman should be thankful and excited that fishing conditions will be prime for the rest of the fall season. Don't let the wintery weather fool you, this section of river is a great year round fishery that holds large brown and rainbow trout; the catch, it isn't going to be the easiest wading you've ever done. But for those that are willing to brave the elements and challenging conditions will be awarded with a world class Colorado trout fishing experience. Come prepared with a wide assortment of bugs, as this is one of the most fertile sections of water in the state. Expect to see fish keying in on stones, BWO's, baetis, midges, eggs, worms and even scuds. Nymphing will be the most effective technique due to the low water temps, and general scarcity of insect life. Where the fish lie will be entirely dependent on the weather, so be sure to do a little research before you make the journey... better yet, call the shop and we'll be happy to give you the low down to ensure you have a memorable day on the water.

Recommended Flies

Dries:

Parachute Extended Body BWO 18-20, Extented Body BWO 18-20, Parachute Adams 18-22, Adams 18-22, Gulper Special 18-20, Hackle Stacker BWO 18-22, Tailwater Humpy 18-20 (olive), Peacock Caddis 18-20, Hatch Matcher BWO 18-20, Pablos Criple 18-22, Comparadun 18-20 (BWO, baetis), Terrestrials (no I'm not kidding; just try it)

Nymphs:

Tungsten 20-Incher 14-18, Tung Teaser 16-22, Wired Stone 14-18 (brown), Copper John 14-22 (black, copper, olive, red), Pheasant Tail 16-22, Prince Nymph 16-22, Montana Prince 16-20, Barrs Emerger 18-22 (BWO), Split Case BWO Emerger 18-20, Engle's All Around Baetis 18-20, Bearhead Baetis 18-20, Killer Mayfly 18-20 (olive, black), BTS Nymph 18-20 (black, olive), Cheesman Emerger 18-22, Pandemic Mayfly BWO 18-22, Zebra Midge 16-22 (black, olive, red/black, brown/red), WD-40 18-22 (olive, brown, black), RS2 18-22 (olive, black), Mercury Pheasant Tail 16-22, CDC Pheasant Tail 16-22, Juju Midge 20-22 (red, olive), Juju Baetis 20-22, Pheasant Tail 18-22 (black, olive, natural)

Streamers:

Bow River Bugger, Muddy Buddy, Sculpzilla, Sculpin Leach, Crystal Bugger, Jaw Breaker Jig, Matuka's

14 Day Forecast

Flows will continue to fluctuate (mostly on a downward trend), until water demand downsteam begins to subside. In the mean time, keep your eye on the weather and hydograph, as conditions will be ever changing.