East Walker River Report 4/26/2011

East Walker River (CA) - Bridgeport, CA


by Ryne Intlekofer
4-26-2011
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Water Conditions:
Flows finally popped up to 343 on 4/23 and steady there for last three days. They are lowereing the reservoir to get ready for runoff.

Fishing Conditions and Hatches:
Good to Excellent, the fishing is a little tougher at these flows but still some excellent fish being caught by guides and their clients. Good baetis hatches mid-morning with warm weather. Streamers on the swing is also producing.

RECOMMENDED FLIES:

DRIES:
Brooks Sprout Baetis, #18 Extended body BWO, #16 Rubber Leg Stimulator

NYMPHS:
#18 grey or olive WD40s, #18 BH Micro Mayfly olive, #18 Black Zebra Midges

STREAMERS:
Black Wooly Buggers, Mini Leeches




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