May 14, 2022

Delaware River Report: May 14, 2022

The release from Cannonsville remains 400 cfs. Yesterday was a mix of xlouds and sunshine. There was some fishing early in the day as the apple caddis work their way up the system. Hendricksons are still here with some blue quill spinners hanging on. March browns are also moving up river as the water temps increase. Today will be warm but we should have good cloud cover. The air temp will hit 78 degrees with wind 5 – 10 mph from the South. We may see some thunderstorms in the afternoon but any rainfall looks insignificant.

What’s Hatching:
March Brown – #10-2xl – M. vicarium
Gray Fox – 12-2xl – M. vicarium
Dark Hendrickson – #14 – 16 – E. subvaria (male)
Light Hendrickson – #12 – 14 – E. subvaria (female)
Quill Gordon – #14 – Epeorus pluralis
Blue Quills – #16 – 18 – Paraleptophlebia adoptiva
Apple Caddis – #16 – 18 – Brachycentrus sp.
Dark Blue Wing Olive– #16 – 18 – Baetis vagans

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May 13, 2022

Delaware River Report: May 13, 2022

The release from Cannonsville remains 400 cfs. The flow at Hale Eddy is 487 cfs. Yesterday the hatches came later in the afternoon followed by spinners in the evening. That makes sense on those bright sunny days. Today looks a little better with some cloud cover and maybe a light non consequential rain shower. The air temp will hit 78 degrees with wind from the south 5 – 10 mph. Hendricksons are still making up the bulk of the bugs but there are March Browns showing. Some caddis were around in the afternoon. The water temps are creeping up which should push the hatches.

What’s Hatching:
March Brown – #10-2xl – M. vicarium
Gray Fox – 12-2xl – M. vicarium
Dark Hendrickson – #14 – 16 – E. subvaria (male)
Light Hendrickson – #12 – 14 – E. subvaria (female)
Quill Gordon – #14 – Epeorus pluralis
Blue Quills – #16 – 18 – Paraleptophlebia adoptiva
Apple Caddis – #16 – 18 – Brachycentrus sp.
Dark Blue Wing Olive– #16 – 18 – Baetis vagans

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May 12, 2022

Delaware River Report: May 12, 2022

The releases have cu t back again and the flow at Stilesville is 383 cfs. The flow at Hale Eddy is 490 cfs. Hendricksons, apple caddis, blue quill spinners and quill gordon spinners. Add some March Browns and Gray Fox to your boxes. Keep an eye out for the smaller #16 hendricksons. Nymphing has worked early before the hatches. This is the weather that get the caddis active mid morning so don’t discount early dry fly possibilities. Spring missed us and we’ll hit 80 degrees with sunshine today. Wind will be 5 – 10 mph from the South.

What’s Hatching:
March Brown – #10-2xl – M. vicarium
Gray Fox – 12-2xl – M. vicarium
Dark Hendrickson – #14 – 16 – E. subvaria (male)
Light Hendrickson – #12 – 14 – E. subvaria (female)
Quill Gordon – #14 – Epeorus pluralis
Blue Quills – #16 – 18 – Paraleptophlebia adoptiva
Apple Caddis – #16 – 18 – Brachycentrus sp.
Dark Blue Wing Olive– #16 – 18 – Baetis vagans
Little Black Caddis – #18 – 20 – Chimarra sp.

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May 11, 2022

Delaware River Report: May 11, 2022

We’re looking at the third summer type day in a row. We’ll hit 77 degrees with sunshine and 5 – 10 mph wind from the North. The fish are eating on top but the bright sun and clear water have made them a little spooky. Presentation and approach have become more important than what we’ve dealt with so far this season. Hendricksons, apple caddis, a few quill gordons, and some blue quills are still on the water. Nymphing has worked early before the hatches but you also may see dry fly shots with caddis before the mayflies hatch. It definitely feels like a spinner evening. The release from Cannonsville was dropped slightly and the flow at Stilesville is 479 cfs. That gauge has been reading a little low. The release is likely 500 cfs. There is no significant rain in the 10 day forecast so conditions should stay the same through the weekend.

What’s Hatching:
Dark Hendrickson – #14 – 16 – E. subvaria (male)
Light Hendrickson – #12 – 14 – E. subvaria (female)
Quill Gordon – #14 – Epeorus pluralis
Blue Quills – #16 – 18 – Paraleptophlebia adoptiva
Apple Caddis – #16 – Brachycentrus sp.
Little Black Stonefly – #18 – Capniidae sp.
Little Black and Brown Stonefly – #14 – 16 – Taeniopteryx fasciata & Brachytera sp.
Dark Blue Wing Olive– #16 – 18 – Baetis vagans
Little Black Caddis – #18 – 20 – Chimarra sp.

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May 10, 2022

Delaware River Report: May 10, 2022

T0day will be a lot like yesterday with bright sunshine and the air temp reaching 74 degrees. Wind will be 5 – 10 mph from the North. Hendricksons, apple caddis, a few quill gordons, and some blue quills are making up the bulk of the hatches. Some parts of the river will have the smaller “X” hendricksons hatching. Caddis have been active on some sections midday. This is definitely spinner weather so have some rustys ready and don’t get off the river too early. The flows are about the same as yesterday so the rivers are in decent shape for floating and wading. There is no significant rain in the 10 day forecast so conditions should stay the same through the weekend.

What’s Hatching:
Dark Hendrickson – #14 – 16 – E. subvaria (male)
Light Hendrickson – #12 – 14 – E. subvaria (female)
Quill Gordon – #14 – Epeorus pluralis
Blue Quills – #16 – 18 – Paraleptophlebia adoptiva
Apple Caddis – #16 – Brachycentrus sp.
Little Black Stonefly – #18 – Capniidae sp.
Little Black and Brown Stonefly – #14 – 16 – Taeniopteryx fasciata & Brachytera sp.
Dark Blue Wing Olive– #16 – 18 – Baetis vagans
Little Black Caddis – #18 – 20 – Chimarra sp.

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May 9, 2022

Delaware River Report: May 9, 2022

The warmer air temp and sunshine bumped the water temps throughout the system and some river sections had good hendrickson hatches yesterday. We are also still seeing blue quills, and quill gordons. Apple caddis are definitely hatching on some river sections – especially on the sunny days. The West Branch at hale Eddy finally peaked over 50 degrees. It’s been a cold Spring until now. The rivers are in great shape for floating and wading. We’re starting off cool this morning but should see the air temp hit 70 degrees with sunshine. Wind will be 10 – 15 mph from the North. That should definitely help the water temps.

What’s Hatching:
Dark Hendrickson – #14 – E. subvaria (male)
Light Hendrickson – #12 – E. subvaria (female)
Quill Gordon – #14 – Epeorus pluralis
Blue Quills – #16 – 18 – Paraleptophlebia adoptiva
Apple Caddis – #16 – Brachycentrus sp.
Little Black Stonefly – #18 – Capniidae sp.
Little Black and Brown Stonefly – #14 – 16 – Taeniopteryx fasciata & Brachytera sp.
Dark Blue Wing Olive– #16 – 18 – Baetis vagans
Little Black Caddis – #18 – 20 – Chimarra sp.

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May 8, 2022

Delaware River Report: May 8, 2022

The release from Cannonsville has been cut a bit more and the flow at Stilesville is 549 cfs this morning. The Pepacton releases has also been dropped. The flow at Harvard is 429 cfs. Wading and floating are now both possible throughout the system. Hendricksons, blue quills, and quill gordons are making up the bulk of the hatches. Apple caddis are definitely hatching on some river sections. Nymphing early has been the best bet until the hatches start in early afternoon. Today will be sunny with a high of 60 degrees. Wind will be 10 – 15 mph from the North. We’re seeing a warming trend this week so the water temps should climb pushing the hatches.

What’s Hatching:
Dark Hendrickson – #14 – E. subvaria (male)
Light Hendrickson – #12 – E. subvaria (female)
Quill Gordon – #14 – Epeorus pluralis
Blue Quills – #16 – 18 – Paraleptophlebia adoptiva
Apple Caddis – #16 – Brachycentrus sp.
Little Black Stonefly – #18 – Capniidae sp.
Little Black and Brown Stonefly – #14 – 16 – Taeniopteryx fasciata & Brachytera sp.
Dark Blue Wing Olive– #16 – 18 – Baetis vagans
Little Black Caddis – #18 – 20 – Chimarra sp.

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May 7, 2022

Delaware River Report: May 7, 2022

The release from Cannonsville has been cut and the flow at Stilesville settled in at a steady 760 cfs. The Pepacton releases has also been dropped. The flow at Harvard is 753 cfs and falling. Wading and floating are now both possible throughout the system. Hendricksons, blue quills, and quill gordons are making up the bulk of the hatches. Apple caddis are definitely hatching on some river sections. Nymphing early has been the best bet until the hatches start in early afternoon. We may see some showers early but clearing in the afternoon. Total rainfall will be negligible at .11″. 52 degrees with wind 10 – 15 mph from the North.

What’s Hatching:
Dark Hendrickson – #14 – E. subvaria (male)
Light Hendrickson – #12 – E. subvaria (female)
Quill Gordon – #14 – Epeorus pluralis
Blue Quills – #16 – 18 – Paraleptophlebia adoptiva
Apple Caddis – #16 – Brachycentrus sp.
Little Black Stonefly – #18 – Capniidae sp.
Little Black and Brown Stonefly – #14 – 16 – Taeniopteryx fasciata & Brachytera sp.
Dark Blue Wing Olive– #16 – 18 – Baetis vagans
Little Black Caddis – #18 – 20 – Chimarra sp.

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May 6, 2022

Delaware River Report: May 6, 2022

Today’s rain forecast has been downgraded to .17″ over the course of the day. If Wunderground is correct on that it should be a non factor. It will be cooler at 56 degrees with wind 5 – 10 mph from the South. Hendricksons, blue quills, quills gordons, and little black caddis are making up the bulk of the food. The river temps are are up a few degrees across the system.

The Cannonsville release has been dropped and the flow at Stilesville is 1,000 cfs this morning. Check the gauge throughout the day to see if it has been cut back more. That opens up a lot more wade opportunities and is still a good flow war floating. Click on the links below for the latest flow information

What’s Hatching:
Dark Hendrickson – #14 – E. subvaria (male)
Light Hendrickson – #12 – E. subvaria (female)
Quill Gordon – #14 – Epeorus pluralis
Blue Quills – #16 – 18 – Paraleptophlebia adoptiva
Little Black Stonefly – #18 – Capniidae sp.
Little Black and Brown Stonefly – #14 – 16 – Taeniopteryx fasciata & Brachytera sp.
Dark Blue Wing Olive– #16 – 18 – Baetis vagans
Little Black Caddis – #18 – 20 – Chimarra sp.

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May 5, 2022

Delaware River Report: May 5, 2022

Yesterday’s rain was negligable and the river flows are starting off about the same as yesterday. Hendricksons, blue quills, quills gordons, and little black caddis are making up the bulk of the food. The river temps are looking god and everything seems to be progressing well. We are seeing spinners mixed with the duns mid afternoon. That may shift towards evening as the air temp warms up. We’ll see 68 degrees today with a mix of sun and clouds. Wind will be 5 – 10 mph from the south.

The West Branch at Stilesville is a steady 1,360 cfs. The reservoirs have stopped spilling. There are now a few wade opportunities over here if you’re a strong wader and careful. It’s not ideal but it’s something. The Beaverkill and Willowemoc are in perfect shape for wading. Click on the links below for the latest flow information

What’s Hatching:
Dark Hendrickson – #14 – E. subvaria (male)
Light Hendrickson – #12 – E. subvaria (female)
Quill Gordon – #14 – Epeorus pluralis
Blue Quills – #16 – 18 – Paraleptophlebia adoptiva
Little Black Stonefly – #18 – Capniidae sp.
Little Black and Brown Stonefly – #14 – 16 – Taeniopteryx fasciata & Brachytera sp.
Dark Blue Wing Olive– #16 – 18 – Baetis vagans
Little Black Caddis – #18 – 20 – Chimarra sp.

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May 4, 2022

Delaware River Report: May 4, 2022

We’re seeing some scattered showers this morning but the rain total should be negligible at 1/10″. Cloud cover, 63 degrees, and wind 5 – 10 mph from the South make this look like a good day on paper. Hendricksons, blue quills, quills gordons, and little black caddis are making up the bulk of the food. The hatches have been a bit spotty but the bugs are there. The water temps are creeping up so hopefully that pushes the hatches.

The West Branch at Stilesville is a steady 1,360 cfs. The reservoirs have stopped spilling. There are now a few wade opportunities over here if you’re a strong wader and careful. It’s not ideal but it’s something. The Beaverkill and Willowemoc are in perfect shape for wading. Click on the links below for the latest flow information

What’s Hatching:
Dark Hendrickson – #14 – E. subvaria (male)
Light Hendrickson – #12 – E. subvaria (female)
Quill Gordon – #14 – Epeorus pluralis
Blue Quills – #16 – 18 – Paraleptophlebia adoptiva
Little Black Stonefly – #18 – Capniidae sp.
Little Black and Brown Stonefly – #14 – 16 – Taeniopteryx fasciata & Brachytera sp.
Dark Blue Wing Olive– #16 – 18 – Baetis vagans
Little Black Caddis – #18 – 20 – Chimarra sp.

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May 3, 2022

Delaware River Report: May 3, 2022

The river flows are down slightly from yesterday so the rainfall didn’t amount to much. Today will be overcast with a high of 69 degrees. Wind will be 5 – 10 mph from the south. There is a slight chance of a rain shower. It looks like a good day to be on the water. Hendricksons, blue quills, quills gordons, and little black caddis are making up the bulk of the food.

The West Branch at Stilesville is 1,360 cfs. The reservoirs have stopped spilling. There are now a few wade opportunities over here if you’re a strong wader and careful. The Beaverkill and Willowemoc are in perfect shape for wading. Click on the links below for the latest flow information

What’s Hatching:
Dark Hendrickson – #14 – E. subvaria (male)
Light Hendrickson – #12 – E. subvaria (female)
Quill Gordon – #14 – Epeorus pluralis
Blue Quills – #16 – 18 – Paraleptophlebia adoptiva
Little Black Stonefly – #18 – Capniidae sp.
Little Black and Brown Stonefly – #14 – 16 – Taeniopteryx fasciata & Brachytera sp.
Dark Blue Wing Olive– #16 – 18 – Baetis vagans
Little Black Caddis – #18 – 20 – Chimarra sp.

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