South Platte Fishing Report 3-14-2012

Flows have been sitting around 100 cfs for the Dream Stream stretch below Spinney and 11Mile Reservoirs.   And despite what i have been hearing from reports coming in the spawn is still in its early stages.  This is a good thing!  If you are planning a trip below Spinney Reservoir try parking at the gauging station bridge and work your way down stream.  Use eggs, BWO Barr's Emergers 22, Olive RS-2's 22-24, Black Beauties 22-26, Olive Mojo Midges 22-24, Redzone Midges 24-26, Red Sanjuan worms, Flashback Pheasant tail nymphs 18-22.  Watch for the flow to bump up because it will bring in more fish.  The crowd level is a 10/10 so get there early and be prepared to deal with a people hatch.  Here is the link to the Colorado Division Of Water Resources to check stream flows.  As of March 14 it is 112 cubic feet per second (c.f.s.).

If you are heading to 11Mile canyon go armed with the same flies.  The water is crystal clear so it's important for this stretch that you use 5x-6x fluorocarbon leaders and tippet.  You will start to see more Redds with fish on them as time progresses so try to avoid fishing to spawning fish.  You will be able to tell within 3 casts if a fish is spawning because it will completely ignore your offering and then start shaking its tail to kick vegetation and dirt off the bottom.  At this point it literally doesn't matter what you throw at the fish because it has one thing on its mind so it's best to just leave the fish be and let it make future generations of fish for us to harass.  Flow is at 99 c.f.s.  If fish are feeding on top use size 26 Parachute Adams, size 22-24 Matt's Midges, size 20-22 Viz-a-duns (bwo). 

The Cheesman Canyon/Deckers area has been fishing great.  The Flow is at 187 and the spawn is happening.  Fish are few and far between but I have seen photos of quality 6lb plus fish coming out of there.  Crowds will be an issue here as well.  Flies of choice will be Pat's Rubberlegs, Egg Patterns, Sanjuan worms, Bottom Rollers, and the bwo and midge imitations I have already mentioned.  With flows where they are look for fish in pocket water near deeper runs and structure.

For more information or to book me for a guided trip shoot me an email at jonkleisflyfishing@yahoo.com

  

Sweet Bass And Pike Fly

Just thought id share this pattern I found on facebook with you guys.  It's a simple pattern that I think has great bass and pike catching potential.

Today's Client 3-13-2012

Had a great day in 11mile canyon with Pete!  Here are some photos...

Video Of The 2012 Colorado Springs Flyfishing Show

Hey everyone here is a video I put together from the recent C-springs Flyfishing Show and opening of the worlds first and only Simms concept store inside Anglers Covey.  This year has already been a banner year for Colorado and more specifically Colorado Springs in terms of flyfishing.  Anglers Covey fly shop has successfully put together two of the biggest and best fishing show's this city has ever seen!  Between the Flyfishing Film Tour and the Colorado Springs Flyfishing Show we are fast becoming the center of the flyfishing universe.  Here is to more enthusiasm for this sport and for conservation for the remainder of the year and beyond! Tight Lines!

Dream Stream Goodness

Fished the Dream last tues. and it fish great from the gauging station bridge down.  Word's definitely gotten out already because the parking lots were all pretty full by mid day.  Saw a few fish over 6lbs and landed and missed several gorgeous cutts including the one in the photos.  All in all if your tired of the crowds below Pueblo then it might be worth your while to join the crowds below Spinney.  If you cant beat them join them.  Here's the pics...

Bree spotting fish for Daddy

Doing work on a nice fish

Cutt

Money shot before the release

Just A Heads Up

I know a few of you guys have been getting on here looking for photos and videos from the big show so I just wanted to let you know that I will have them up as soon as possible. Unfortunately for me I got stuck in the shop with cleanup while the rest of you lucky dogs get to enjoy fishing in this insanely beautiful weather. Thanks for coming and showing such strong support! I had people tell me that they had to park all the way down by the bread store on Colorado ave to take part in the festivities! You helped make this the biggest and best show in the springs. Thank you!

Huge Show Going On At Anglers Covey This March 3rd!

Hey everyone if you haven't heard already we are having our annual big spring show this sat. and it will be our official unveiling of our brand new Simms Concept store! There is going to be some pretty insane deals on gear, and events including tying demonstrations, casting, entomology with Robert Younghanz, free giveaways, and more.  This is a great opportunity to chat with experienced vendors and guides from all over the country and learn a new trick to add to your arsenal and make new connections.  Hope to see you there!