More tales of urban trout

March 22, 2010 No Comments

Brown trout. Credit: USFWS

I did a more exploring of local urban creeks last weekend and I can only report that I am more amazed than ever. My latest expedition found several wild browns that were absolute bruisers in the 16-17 inch range. I’m not even sure if these fish have ever seen a fly, but I can assure you they will soon. Now I just need to figure out how to get a good drift through the shopping cart they were hiding in. Seriously though, I am really amazed at how resilient these browns are living in all the trash and pollution they must endure. There was a nice mayfly hatch coming off too. I didn’t ever get to catch one for a closer look, but they were about a size 14-16 and a dusky gray as far as I could tell. I can’t wait to wet my line in pursuit of these beauties. Hopefully more to come on this saga.

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