Pine is getting very warm in the afternoons and with heat in the mid to upper 80's expected all week, it would be best to target smallmouth and warm water species.
Cool nights should help keep temperatures favorable for the coming weekend. We have done best fishing a drake pattern, or large march brown trailing a sulphur pattern. Spectacular dry fly fishing in many areas!
Nymphs and streamers have been the best bet all week with elevated water levels. We expect to see more dry fly activity as conditions continue to improve
Lots of mixed reports this past week. Some spots have been very bug-heavy with lots of rising fish. Others have been mostly a nymphing game.
March brown hatches have been heavier in the afternoons and slower pools had more rising fish. Some rain today, but Pine is still dropping slowly.
Anglers noted strong hatches most of the afternoon and conditions are excellent right now.
The below Pine Creek gauges are roughly 13-17 miles downstream of Ansonia. These are excellent references, however conditions can vary with localized weather events. Give us a call for the most up to date info if you have questions on a specific area, especially upper Pine Creek (Ansonia to Galeton area).
USGS Station 01548500
USGS Station 01549700
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