Delaware River Report / Conditions May 20, 2011
Here we go again – the torrential rains last night and this morning have brought the West Branch up over 3,000 cfs this morning. It appears to have crested, and on the way down. Clarity is an issue, and the river is definitely UNSAFE for wading of any kind. The levels will continue to drop, and we will get back to fishable levels soon.
Hatches:
Emphermerella subvaria (Light and Dark Hendricksons) #12 -14
Paraleptophelbia adoptiva (blue quill)– #16 – #18
Epeorus pluralis (Quill Gordon) #14
Brachycentrus sp. – Apple Green Caddis #16
Chimarra sp – Little black Caddis #16-18
Baetis vagans – blue winged olives #16-18 (ending soon)
| FLOWS: | |
| West Branch at Stilesville, NY | 1,730 cfs @ 57º |
| West Branch at Hale Eddy,NY |
2,790 cfs @ 53º |
| East Branch at Harvard, NY | 2,060 cfs @ 52º |
| East Branch at Fish’s Eddy, NY | 4,630 cfs @ 54º |
| Mainstem at Lordville, NY |
11,500 cfs @ 55º |
| Beaverkill at Cooks Falls, NY | 2,030 cfs @ N/A |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Level & Release | 102.0% – 200 CFS |
Delaware River Conditions / Report May 19, 2011
Apologies on the late update – ’twas a bit crazy getting the guides on the water today! The rain yesterday was quite torrential in places, evident in the HUGE surge of water in the Beaverkill/East Branch system. This has raised both to un-wadable levels, and also muddied up the Main Stem a bit. Fortunately, the West Branch only saw a small bump, and should continue to fish well, as it has for the past week. Walton had a big spike, so we anticipate the West Branch rising a bit more (600 cfs) after the “wave” comes over top of the dam, sometime tonight. This water should be gin-clear, so fishing will not be greatly affected.
Hatches:
Emphermerella subvaria (Light and Dark Hendricksons) #12 -14
Paraleptophelbia adoptiva (blue quill)– #16 – #18
Epeorus pluralis (Quill Gordon) #14
Brachycentrus sp. – Apple Green Caddis #16
Chimarra sp – Little black Caddis #16-18
Baetis vagans – blue winged olives #16-18 (ending soon)
| FLOWS: | |
| West Branch at Stilesville, NY | 1,350 cfs @ 57º |
| West Branch at Hale Eddy,NY |
1,580 cfs @ 53º |
| East Branch at Harvard, NY | 1,350 cfs @ 52º |
| East Branch at Fish’s Eddy, NY | 3,740 cfs @ 54º |
| Mainstem at Lordville, NY |
6,040 cfs @ 55º |
| Beaverkill at Cooks Falls, NY | 3,250 cfs @ N/A |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Level & Release | 102.0% – 200 CFS |
Delaware River Update / Report 5/18/2011
We still have Hendricksons on the West Branch- lots of fish rising yesterday afternoon. So far most of the predicted rain has missed us leaving the rivers in great shape. There are a few March Browns coming off, with some fish eating them once in a while. Caddis have been great in the morning.
Hatches:
Emphermerella subvaria (Light and Dark Hendricksons) #12 -14
Stenonema vicarium (March Brown) #10 -2XL
Epeorus pluralis (Quill Gordon) #14
Brachycentrus sp. – Apple Green Caddis #16
Dark Btachycentrus sp. – Charcoal Caddis #16-18
Baetis vagans – blue winged olives #16-18
| FLOWS: | |
| West Branch at Stilesville, NY | 923 cfs @ 59º |
| West Branch at Hale Eddy,NY |
1080 cfs @ 55º |
| East Branch at Harvard, NY | 512 cfs @ 52º |
| East Branch at Fish’s Eddy, NY | 1,540 cfs @ 55º |
| Mainstem at Lordville, NY |
3,100 cfs @ 55º |
| Beaverkill at Cooks Falls, NY | 735 cfs @ N/A |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Level & Release | 101.2% – 200 CFS |
Delaware River Report / Conditions May 17, 2011
The wet, misty weather continues, and the bugs(and fish!) are taking full advanatge of these optimal hatching conditions! The West Branch fished exceptionally well yesterday, with the only snag being that the fish are extra spooky, due to the pressure they have been under – make that first cast count! Hendricksons are still hatching, and some March Browns have been reported on the Main Stem – we will let you know when the are in full swing. Otherwise, be ready for a spinner fall anytime during the day, as well as hatching and egg-laying caddis.
Hatches:
Emphermerella subvaria (Light and Dark Hendricksons) #12 -14
Paraleptophelbia adoptiva (blue quill)– #16 – #18
Epeorus pluralis (Quill Gordon) #14
Brachycentrus sp. – Apple Green Caddis #16
Chimarra sp – Little black Caddis #16-18
Baetis vagans – blue winged olives #16-18
| FLOWS: | |
| West Branch at Stilesville, NY | 750 cfs @ 57º |
| West Branch at Hale Eddy,NY |
924 cfs @ 53º |
| East Branch at Harvard, NY | 307 cfs @ 52º |
| East Branch at Fish’s Eddy, NY | 1,270 cfs @ 54º |
| Mainstem at Lordville, NY |
2,730 cfs @ 55º |
| Beaverkill at Cooks Falls, NY | 662 cfs @ N/A |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Level & Release | 101.2% – 200 CFS |
Delaware River Report / Conditions May 16, 2011
What a day yesterday! Spinners were falling at various times in the afternoon, hendricksons were still hatching on the West Branch, and the caddis were out, yeilding splashy rises from fish in and out of the riffles! Today is a carbon-copy day weather-wise, so we are hoping (fingers are crossed here) to have a similar day today. Give us a call if you have any questions or to book your trip!
Hatches:
Emphermerella subvaria (Light and Dark Hendricksons) #12 -14
Paraleptophelbia adoptiva (blue quill)– #16 – #18
Epeorus pluralis (Quill Gordon) #14
Brachycentrus sp. – Apple Green Caddis #16
Chimarra sp – Little black Caddis #16-18
Baetis vagans – blue winged olives #16-18
| FLOWS: | |
| West Branch at Stilesville, NY | 510 cfs @ 54º |
| West Branch at Hale Eddy,NY |
822 cfs @ 54º |
| East Branch at Harvard, NY | 438 cfs @ 52º |
| East Branch at Fish’s Eddy, NY | 1,240 cfs @ 54º |
| Mainstem at Lordville, NY |
3,210 cfs @ 57º |
| Beaverkill at Cooks Falls, NY | 507 cfs @ N/A |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Level & Release | 101.7% – 200 CFS |
Delaware River Report / Conditions May 15, 2011
The pressure change yesterday hampered the fishing a little bit, but there are still plenty of bugs out and about, and with the weather ‘stabilizing,’ today has the potential to be an fantastic day on the water! The shop door was covered with Hendrickson spinners, paralep spinners, baetis duns, and all the fun caddis we have been seeing for the last week. Spring is still here!
Hatches:
Emphermerella subvaria (Light and Dark Hendricksons) #12 -14
Paraleptophelbia adoptiva (blue quill)– #16 – #18
Epeorus pluralis (Quill Gordon) #14
Brachycentrus sp. – Apple Green Caddis #16
Chimarra sp – Little black Caddis #16-18
Baetis vagans – blue winged olives #16-18
| FLOWS: | |
| West Branch at Stilesville, NY | 529 cfs @ 56º |
| West Branch at Hale Eddy,NY |
785 cfs @ 54º |
| East Branch at Harvard, NY | 270 cfs @ 54º |
| East Branch at Fish’s Eddy, NY | 994 cfs @ 54º |
| Mainstem at Lordville, NY |
2,280 cfs @ 55º |
| Beaverkill at Cooks Falls, NY | 488 cfs @ N/A |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Level & Release | 101.7% – 200 CFS |
Delaware River Report / Conditions – May 14, 2011
The clouds had the desired effect – bugs, bugs, and more bugs! Fish were up and rising throughout the system, with lots of big boys (and girls) caught! Towards the end of the day the fish picked up the degree of difficulty by feeding on spinners for 10 minutes, then caddis for another 10, and duns after that. Just the type of fun we enjoy!
Hatches:
Emphermerella subvaria (Light and Dark Hendricksons) #12 -14
Paraleptophelbia adoptiva (blue quill)– #16 – #18
Epeorus pluralis (Quill Gordon) #14
Brachycentrus sp. – Apple Green Caddis #16
Chimarra sp – Little black Caddis #16-18
Baetis vagans – blue winged olives #16-18
| FLOWS: | |
| West Branch at Stilesville, NY | 665 cfs @ 57º |
| West Branch at Hale Eddy,NY |
892 cfs @ 57º |
| East Branch at Harvard, NY | 307 cfs @ 56º |
| East Branch at Fish’s Eddy, NY | 1,030 cfs @ 57º |
| Mainstem at Lordville, NY |
2,450 cfs @ 59º |
| Beaverkill at Cooks Falls, NY | 466 cfs @ N/A |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Level & Release | 102.1% – 200 CFS |
Delaware River Report / Conditions May 13,2011
Friday the 13th is lucky again! Clouds and rain have moved into the area, which should help keep the river levels up, temperatures down, and the bugs VERY happy! This has the potential to be the best weekend of the season thus far! Aside from a bit of a fiberglass hatch on the West Branch, the river has still be fishing well, even in the bright sunlight we experienced over the last few days. This influx of cooler, cloudier weather can be nothing but good!! On the shop this morning we had parlep spinners, hendrickson spinners, apple green caddis, and tan caddis – always a good sign!
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- Yeah. We thought the same thing: Brokeback Brown. Angler: Sam Rupp. Photo by: Jeff White
Hatches:
Emphermerella subvaria (Light and Dark Hendricksons) #12 -14
Paraleptophelbia adoptiva (blue quill)– #16 – #18
Epeorus pluralis (Quill Gordon) #14
Brachycentrus sp. – Apple Green Caddis #16
Chimarra sp – Little black Caddis #16-18
Baetis vagans – blue winged olives #16-18
| FLOWS: | |
| West Branch at Stilesville, NY | 976 cfs @ 57º |
| West Branch at Hale Eddy,NY |
1,170 cfs @ 54º |
| East Branch at Harvard, NY | 429 cfs @ 56º |
| East Branch at Fish’s Eddy, NY | 1,180 cfs @ 56º |
| Mainstem at Lordville, NY |
2,990 cfs @ 60º |
| Beaverkill at Cooks Falls, NY | 503 cfs @ N/A |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Level & Release | 102.2% – 200 CFS |
Delaware River Conditions / Update 5/12/2011
Wading is now a possibility on some sections of the system. The forecast is calling for a high of 76 with sun today. Look for risers in the shade during the day and most of the top water action towards evening well into dark. Nymphing or swinging wets in the riffles should produce some fish during the day.
Geoff Adams playing peek-a-boo with a great fish. Photo by: Kevan Smaracko
Emphermerella subvaria (Light and Dark Hendricksons) #12 -14
Emphermerella X (Dark Hendricksons) #16
Paraleptophelbia adoptiva (blue quill)– #16 – #18
Epeorus pluralis (Quill Gordon) #14
Brachycentrus sp. – Apple Green Caddis #16
| FLOWS: | |
| West Branch at Stilesville, NY | 1,340 cfs @ 57º |
| West Branch at Hale Eddy,NY |
1,500 cfs @ 54º |
| East Branch at Harvard, NY | 561 cfs @ 52º |
| East Branch at Fish’s Eddy, NY | 1,570 cfs @ 52º |
| Mainstem at Lordville, NY |
3,410 cfs @ 57º |
| Beaverkill at Cooks Falls, NY | 551 cfs @ N/A |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Level & Release | 103.1% – 200 CFS |
Delaware River Report / Conditions 5/11/2011
Fishing was great yesterday, with lots of fish on top eating a mix of Hendricksons and Caddis. Hatches are starting mid day, and streamer fishing has been good in the morning. The system is dropping back to normal levels, and wading is finally becoming an option in some areas. Lots of sun today, with a little cloud cover and rain coming in over the weekend.
Geoff Adams with a WB Brown Photo by Kevan Smakaro
Hatches:
Emphermerella subvaria (Light and Dark Hendricksons) #12 -14
Emphermerella X (Dark Hendricksons) #16
Paraleptophelbia adoptiva (blue quill)– #16 – #18
Epeorus pluralis (Quill Gordon) #14
Brachycentrus sp. – Apple Green Caddis #16
Chimarra sp – Little black Caddis #16-18
Baetis vagans – blue winged olives #16-18
| FLOWS: | |
| West Branch at Stilesville, NY | 1,610 cfs @ 54º |
| West Branch at Hale Eddy,NY |
1,750 cfs @ 52º |
| East Branch at Harvard, NY | 747 cfs @ 50º |
| East Branch at Fish’s Eddy, NY | 1,570 cfs @ 52º |
| Mainstem at Lordville, NY |
3,990 cfs @ 54º |
| Beaverkill at Cooks Falls, NY | 611 cfs @ N/A |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Level & Release | 103.1% – 200 CFS |
Delaware River Report / Update 5/10/2011
The rivers are still dropping to normal levels and fishing has been great! Lots of fish rising throughout the system to hendricksons and a mix of caddis. We are getting closer and closer to wading levels, and still have plenty of good hatches yet to come!
Hatches:
Emphermerella subvaria (Light and Dark Hendricksons) #12 -14
Paraleptophelbia adoptiva (blue quill)– #16 – #18
Epeorus pluralis (Quill Gordon) #14
Brachycentrus sp. – Apple Green Caddis #16
Chimarra sp – Little black Caddis #16-18
Baetis vagans – blue winged olives #16-18
| FLOWS: | |
| West Branch at Stilesville, NY | 1,900 cfs @ 52º |
| West Branch at Hale Eddy,NY |
2,070 cfs @ 51º |
| East Branch at Harvard, NY | 997 cfs @ 48º |
| East Branch at Fish’s Eddy, NY | 1,910 cfs @ 50º |
| Mainstem at Lordville, NY |
4,700 cfs @ 51º |
| Beaverkill at Cooks Falls, NY | 690 cfs @ N/A |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Level & Release | 103.1% – 200 CFS |
Delaware River Report / Conditions May 8, 2011
Two days of beautiful weather, and the fish certainly are responding! We’ve had great action both on streamers and on dries, as good hatches of Hendricksons keep coming off! Reports from the West and Main are equally good – the water is great no matter where you are fishing!
Sam Rupp with an AWESOME Main Stem Brown. She's happy, in case you couldn't tell. Photo by: Allen Rupp
Allen Rupp with a colored-up WB Brown. And a dorky hat. Photo by: Jeff White
Hatches:
Emphermerella subvaria (Light and Dark Hendricksons) #12 -14
Paraleptophelbia adoptiva (blue quill)– #16 – #18
Epeorus pluralis (Quill Gordon) #14
Brachycentrus sp. – Apple Green Caddis #16
Chimarra – Little black Caddis #16-18
Baetis vagans – blue winged olives #16-18
| FLOWS: | |
| West Branch at Stilesville, NY | 2,700 cfs @ 50º |
| West Branch at Hale Eddy,NY |
3,170 cfs @ 50º |
| East Branch at Harvard, NY | 1,660 cfs @ 46º |
| East Branch at Fish’s Eddy, NY | 2,970 cfs @ 50º |
| Mainstem at Lordville, NY |
7,100 cfs @ 51º |
| Beaverkill at Cooks Falls, NY | 899 cfs @ N/A |
| Cannonsville Reservoir Level & Release | 104.1% – 200 CFS |
