Bulkley Bust

The Bulkley was a bit of a bust today. Went looking for steelhead but could only manage three coho. The water was more coloured up than I would have liked. On a plus side the coho were nice and bright. One was hooked on the spey and two on the spinning rod. The pictured doe was spoon fed and given the 'ol one grit sand paper after and invited for supper. This marks the first time I have fished the Bulkley and not got into any steelhead. It's a tough life.

Cobb Mayfly Brookie

Fished Cobb Lake today. The wind was not nice. The mayfly hatch was good. The brookies liked my leeches. It was a good day.

Social Distance Tying

With the virus Covid-19 (Coronavirus) creating turmoil throughout the world and everyone distancing themselves socially I chose to deepen my fly choices in my fly boxes.

I have had lots of time at home, the ice is not off the lakes yet and there is little to do during the muddy transition from winter to spring. I have been tying a variety of flies such as scuds, nymphs, dries and of course chronomids in preparation for the soft water season. 

Not much else to report, other than I am hopefully honing a few skills while passing some time. A couple of notes. I need more material (although I can never have enough). Also, I am really liking UV resin. I currently use Solarez Bone-Dry. I would love to explore more types, brands, and colours. I have even ordered a bigger, plug in, UV light that is used in nail decorating facilities. Looking forward to its arrival.

Looking ahead I have a few projects before ice off. More flies, reinforce the bow of my boat for towing and buy some new tires for my truck (better off pavement capabilities).

See you on the lake... but keep your distance!