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Spring 2026 is Around the Corner
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Water temps are in the low to mid 30’s with the ice on the creeks and rivers beginning to break up and move out here in the Catskills. The Snow is still in the higher elevations and we will hope for a slow overall thaw as this will help extend the spring fishing once we get started. We’ve got 1 more day that will reach 60, but the extended forecast shows us back in the 30’s and maybe low 40’s later on. These are perfect days to drink coffee and tie a few flies for Spring 2026. The season is right around the corner now!
Rainbow trout spawn in early spring March-April so avoid the spawning areas. If you get out this time of year to fish for some fresh air please be sure to avoid more shallow gravel areas and make yourself familiar with what a Trout Redd looks like so you can avoid them.
2025 was an absolutely fantastic season shared with so many amazing new and returning Clients.
So many folks are getting well ahead of things and jumping on the books for Spring 2026. If you have specific dates in mind for Spring 2026 please don’t hesitate to reach out to get on the calendar. The Spring weekend dates tend to get booked by January and the weekdays fill in leaving fewer options as we get into April and the beginning of the season.
I typically advise for booked dates to begin mid April but some spring seasons come on earlier. Early April bookings should be flexible in the instance we get a late start to spring and are better suited to those who live closer and can adjust if needed.
Video by: our friends @Steelheadsimps
Atlantic Salmon Trips to Newfoundland
If you’ve ever dreamt of dead drifting bombers or swinging wets to Atlantic Salmon (and big brookies) don’t hesitate to reach out. We’ve got friends with a camp in Newfoundland that host weekly all inclusive trips each summer.
Send me an Email Here to ask for more info!
Video by: @CatskillsOnTheFly