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Water temps are riding around the low 50’s overnight and hitting the low to mid 60’s on the Freestones and similar on the lower Main Stem during daytime highs.

Writing this update 10/21/25 in the AM. The Willowemoc and Beaverkill have been in very low flows all summer and Fall and have received a small bump from yesterdays rain. With low flows we must understand that many fish will look to spawn in the main rivers. These fish and the Redd’s should be avoided at all costs. The West Branch is wade friendly and likely your best option for now although a bit stained so likely streamer/nymph water.

Watch your steps as Brown and Brook Trout are pairing up to spawn. Avoid Spawning activity and Redd’s with no exceptions. Stay clear of shallow riffled water with gravel bottom.

Fall Caddis are around. Try a well swung wet fly, dead drift an Iso Emerger, dead drift Pheasant tail nymph, or dead drifting spent caddis may find a fish. Smaller natural toned streamers could find a fish.

2025 has been another fantastic season shared with so many amazing new and returning Clients.

Folks are getting 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.

Video by: our friends @Steelheadsimps

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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