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Seattle Fly Fishing Report – October 4, 2020 – Fall Options

October 4, 2020 by adminewa Leave a Comment

Sorry for the delay in getting a report up lately but we have been slammed busy and staff has been traveling so we fell a bit behind. That being said, here we go latest report coming at you right now!

Cascade Mountain creeks, blue lines or mountain streams, whatever you want to label them as are still fishing well though water temps have certainly dropped and put a pretty good hold on hatches. We don’t usually nymph these waters but you could. Otherwise we recommend a casual start time, allow the sun to peak out and warm the stream just a bit and continue to toss Caddis, BWO’s or October Caddis. Dropping a Lightning Bug off the back wouldn’t hurt at all either but bottom line is, most of them close at the end of the month so get on it here fast.

Yakima and Cle Elum Rivers are in their typical fall fashion with leaves changing, bugs hatching and fish rising. This IS the month to fish the Yakima in our opinion so drop in the store and pick up the essentials for whatever approach you are going to make over there. Trout spey right now is a fantastic idea for swinging soft hackles, small streamers or, our favorite, skating big caddis patterns. Water is low for the season so wade anglers are back to having plenty of access as well. Same as creeks, October Caddis imitations, BWO’s/Blue Winged Olives and maybe some caddis on a warm evening but they are mostly gone now. Streamers are always a good bet too…

Puget Sound is still a bit littered with kelp but they water is cooling and the sun is lower in the sky so we are back to fishing moving water both in coming and out going tides at favorite beaches all up and down the Sound. Shrimp down south baitfish up north and surface flies like the Sound Searcher, Cutty Buddy, Surface Spider or Muddler variation will be welcomed with voracious takes so pick your tool and put it to use. Migratory Coho/Silvers still arriving here and there so keep an eye out for them as well, they should be happy to take a swing at whatever fly you might have on for cutthroat so be prepared. We fish 7-8 foot leaders to 2x most of the time, give or take a foot and an “x” rating. This turns flies over a bit better in the wind and has you ready for hard strikes so as to not leave flies in fish…too often anyway.

Summer steelhead are few and far between but there have been good numbers on the Bogachiel and other OP rivers lately. Puget Sound rivers water is all low and clear but cool so those fish that are around are apt to be very excited to follow whatever you swing across their face. Klickitat has been pumping out some fish lately too so that is an option in the opposite direction and of course the Grande Ronde is one of the most beautiful rivers in our region to chase steelhead on and if you are that place in your steelhead evolution where “how” you take one is more important to you than actually catching one, they by all means, Scandi up and skate away!

Bottom line, fall is absolutely fantastic around here, please let us help you find your Shangri La…we are always here to answer whatever question you may have and with a staff of guides, we aren’t just talking about it, we are doing it!

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Upcoming Fly Fishing Events – August

July 27, 2018 by adminewa Leave a Comment

Phew, where has summer gone?!!  Feels as though we just finished up our winter steelhead season, went on a big trip to the Seychelles, woke up and it was August already, holy cow!  Anyway, we have some very exciting events coming up, here is a glimpse of what is on the calendar thus far, more to come soon!

November ??, 2018 — Writer’s on the Fly Cascadia Tour — @ EWA Store — $20 per person/60 maximum
Yes!  Here we go again and we couldn’t be more excited.  Come spend and evening with our staff and some of the writers shaping our sport with their prose.  Listen as those who read give back story and emotion to the words you have or may not have read before.  Talent yet to be determined, stay tuned…

December 1 – 2, 2018 — Dec Hogan Spey Clinic — @ Skykomish River — $295 per person/per day/6 maximum
The man, myth and legend, Dec himself will be back in the PNW to enlighten and answer questions on all things spey and steelhead.  Whether just learning or well seasoned, Dec is always a pleasure to spend the day with.  Please call the store to reserve your space. #ewa_swingon

January 17, 2019 — 4th Annual EWA 5 Minute or Less Film Fest — @ EWA Store — $20 per person/60 maximum
Our personally selected fly fishing short video stories from filmmakers all over the world.  Winner will play at the F3T which will be announced here shortly.  Please submit to Dave McCoy, dave@emeraldwateranglers.com. 

February 6? – 7?, 2019 — F3T Seattle — @SIFF and @Admiral — $20 per person
Here it is, the proverbial season kick off event with the best of the best films from our industry.  So popular here in Seattle we have 2 events to cover it to make it as convenient as possible for everyone to participate.  Look forward to seeing everyone there.

February 2, 2019 — EWA Spey Day — @ Skykomish River — FREE
This is it, THE day to come cast those two handed rods you have been hearing, reading and talking about all season.  All the regional sales reps, PNW industry leaders, our talented staff and others.  Cast Thomas and Thomas, Gloomis, Sage, Scott, Echo, Winston and more.  Free clinics and demo rods, lines and waders/boots available while you spend a day taking in all things spey.  Lunch and beverages provided. #ewa_swingon

February 16? – 17?, 2019 — The Fly Fishing Show — Lynwood Convention Center — $TBD
The annual collection of the greater fly fishing industry descends on the Seattle area again.  At least one of our staff will be presenting at the event again on Fly Fishing in Washington and Puget Sound by Foot. 

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Skykomish River Needs Your Help!

March 30, 2012 by adminewa

This shouldn’t take those of you who will find this more than a mere second to decide to sign, so please do so:

Oppose Hydro Electric Dam on upper Skykomish River

Despite widespread opposition, a Washington State power company SnoPUD has proposed building a new dam and power plant on the protected Skykomish River. This environmental catastrophe would dewater over a mile of river, including two pristine waterfalls, Canyon Falls and Sunset Falls.

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