We have officially made it to September. Hard to believe it when the temps have been in the 90's. It looks like the hot weather will be here until the weekend, then we should see much cooler weather, and maybe some much needed rain. I think this is a great time to get ready for the autumn madness. We've have been tying, cleaning gear, checking my waders for leaks, getting everything ready for our favorite time of year to fish. It looks like that may be starting just a week away. I did try and do some bass fishing in the heat, and even they seemed not to interested in the low and hot water conditions. If you do want to get out and target trout right now, you'll want to get out early. Make sure that you are checking the water temps. For now, Otter Creek is above C&R temps and will remain that way until the we get some cooler weather. But the days are getting shorter, and the water is getting more time to cool at night. I predict that in the next two weeks we may be past "temp watch". If your working the smaller water, or brook trout fishing, dries have been phenomenal. Terrestrials have been a great option, and if you are using a foam terrestrial, you can easily drop a nymph from it. I have received first hand information that the inlets of our mountain lakes has been seeing fish stack up at the mouth. I will once again preach the fluorocarbon this time of the year until the end of the season. The Fall is usually a time when the water is very low, and very clear. The fluorocarbon will give you a leg up, with lower profile, stronger break strength, and much better abrasion resistance. If you consider how much less you'll have to replace your tippet, it evens out. I will also be willing to wager your catch rate will improve. This is also time to look over your gear. Start checking your waders, it's better to fix or replace them now, then to find that hole at 5:30 am, waist deep in the Salmon River, in October. Cleaning your reel components, retreating lines, replacing laces, restocking your fly box are all things to consider before we go into the home stretch. Also there is only 30 days left on you NY license, so take advantage with a trip to the Ausable, or a early season trip to Pulaski. If your headed out, stop on in the shop for up to date info and flies for your day on the water. Let us help you find the best fishing water.
Further, it has been a long good summer, and we want your big fish pictures. We don't care what species or where you caught it, we just want to share your "jaw dropper" with everybody. Bring a hard copy to the shop, send one in an email,(info@mmvt.com) or post on our facebook page.
Green Mountain Adventures Guide Service is ready to take you out to explore the fly fishing options of Vermont. Autumn is some of the best fishing in Vermont, so let us show you how great and beautiful it is. Who can beat fly fishing with a back drop of Vermont foliage. It makes a great gift. Call to make your reservation today or purchase a gift certificate and choose when you want to go.
We are currently offering products from Patagonia, Simms, Rio, Scientific Anglers, Orvis, Montana Fly Company, Temple Fork Outfitters, Pacific Fly Group, Fishpond, Loon Outdoors, and more.
******IMPORTANT FISHING NEWS******
On May 29 Vermont Governor Jim Douglas signed H.488 into law, banning the use of felt-soled boots and felt waders as of April 1, 2011 in all Vermont waters. The bill says: "It is unlawful to use external felt-soled boots or external felt-soled waders in the waters of Vermont, except that a state or federal employee or emergency personnel, including fire, law enforcement, and EMT personnel, may use external felt-soled boots or external felt-soled waders in the discharge of official duties."
It is our hope here at GMA that this law will help protect our water. Many of our companies stopped producing felt last season. We are currently stocking the Simms Freestone "Clean Stream" boot, though there are plenty of options out there. Help us all protect Vermont's waters and do your part, the sooner you change the better.

Thank You,

The Middlebury Mounatineer & Green Mountain Adventure Guides & Staff