Winter Fly Fishing

For some reason I decided the other day that it was a good idea to get back on the river and do some winter fly fishing. Although bitter cold, the sun was out and I was excited to do some winter midge fishing. Since starting to fly fish in the spring, I have learned a lot about this sport and I wanted to learn more with this new season upon me. With each change in the year a new hatch is happening, forcing me to learn about this new insect that the fish are feeding on. It feels like every time I sort of figure out the current hatch it is ending and a new bug is on the fish's radar. Winter is no exception with midges being the prolific hatch on the water. These tiny insects keep the fish going all winter and anglers occupied during the cold months.

I was the only one out there this day as you can see from my lonely tracks.

First catch of the new year. I remember these fish being much fatter in the fall.

On to the next spot.

I found a new problem. Ice buildup.

Solitude.

On the way back to the car I quickly took a couple quick shots of my snowy boots as my fingers and toes were about to fall off.