In May on the ole big river, you might find a few fish eating baetis, but the real game is streamer fishing

Rio Grande


by Duranglers Crew
5-14-2024
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372CFS (30 Mile)

 

1020 CFS (Wagon Wheel)

In May on the ole big river, you might find a few fish eating baetis, but the real game is streamer fishing.  Get that fly close to the bank, give it a few strips, and hold on.

Of course, you could throw a nymph rig, but that’s kinda lame right?

Nymphs: Prince nymphs 10-16, Runt Stone Golden 12-16,  Pat’s Rubberlegs 8-12, 20 Incher 10-14, Flashback Pheasant Tail 14-20, Blowtorch Jig 14-16.

Streamers: Buggers, Sculpzilla,  Peanut Envy, Mouseketeer, Cheech Leech, Dungeons, Circus Peanut.

Dries: Vis-a-Dun Baetis 18-22, Smoke Jumper Baetis 18-22, Parachute Adams 16-22, Parachute Baetis 18-20.


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