Nymphing with small Nymphs is the way to fish the East Walker

East Walker River (CA) - Bridgeport, CA


by Truckee River Outfitters
2-7-2012
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Flows are 26cfs. This is really low and with the air temperatures as cold as they are overnight, there is some ice forming along the banks. The closer you stay to the dam at Bridgeport Reservoir the less ice you will see. As the river flows downstream it cools and more and more ice will be prevalent. Nymphing with small nymphs in sizes 18-20 have been working well. Baetis and Midges are a good bet. There have been some fish rising as well so make sure to have some Baetis and Midge dries in your box.




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