We are well into the dog days of summer and despite the August heat and lack of rain we’re still finding some fish. In terms of water levels. the New Haven River is at 44 CFS, Otter Creek in Middlebury at 350, and Rutland at 228, and Lewis Creek is at 34 CFS as of the time of writing. The forecast for the coming week shows generally lows around 60 degrees and highs in the upper 70s. There will be some scattered showers and thunderstorms in the evenings with potential for more significant rain later in the week. The most important condition to keep an eye on at this point in the year will be water temperatures. Remember, once temperatures get above 67 degrees, trout will not be able to survive the stress of being hooked, and handled, making catch and release impossible. If wishing to fish lower elevations, make sure to be fishing in the low light hours, particularly in the morning when water temps are lower. This also should correspond with the more active fish hours. During the middle of the days, the primary options will be to head up in elevation to the smaller brook trout streams and to target bass, pike, and the other warm water species on the still water, and lower reaches...
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Anglers have long been drawn to the serenity and picturesque beauty of Vermont’s rivers and streams. Green Mountain Adventures understands this attraction and we do our utmost to provide fly-fishers of all ages and abilities the opportunity to answer the call of the water. Our half and full-day guided tours are suited for neophytes and old pros alike, and visit all Addison County streams, rivers and brooks.
The guides at Green Mountain Adventures have an array of excellent fly fishing areas within 15 minutes of downtown Middlebury. Fish for Wild Rainbows and Browns in Otter Creek, the New Haven and Middlebury Rivers. Float the larger waters of Otter Creek or the White River. Or explore the bounty of stillwaters, streams, creeks and tributaries in the surrounding Green Mountains. Our area also has world class warmwater species fly fishing for bass and northern pike. Whatever your fly fishing pleasure, Green Mountain Adventures can get you there.
