Catskills Fishing Report – September 21st, 2012

Beaverkill/Willowemoc

Both fishable at last check, with temps dropping into better ranges.

East Branch of the Delaware

Normal flow and fishable at last report. Some tricos in the morning, small olives (on cloudy days) and Isonychias later in the day. Terrestrials remain a solid option as well.

West Branch of the Delaware

Fishable down to Hancock at last check, but better waded than floated. A mix of olives and Isonychias, but caddis activity should be picking up. Small nymphs have been effective, but the fishing has been tough – long leaders are required.

Neversink

Clear with a normal flow as of last week, with good water temps – and getting better – to about Bridgeville. Most insect activity has been coming early or late.
Main Stem of the Delaware: Water temps are much improved, with some surface activity near dark on Isonychias, small olives and spinners.

Esopus

Normal flows but, as usual, off color.

Catskill Flies