This year it seems like summer went straight into winter. Or maybe that is just what it seems like for a crotchety old man. Two weeks ago, daytime temps were in the 80s and lots of sun, and now there is snow in the forecast. Talked to Jake in Bozeman this morning and he said there is another four or five inches at his place. Seems awfully early for snow like that.
Rock Creek is feeling the weather. Terrestrial fishing is done. No chance at all of hoppers bringing fish up before next summer. Dry fly fishing as a whole is slowing down. Mahoganies are coming off in the afternoons most days, as are BWOs. The upper reaches of the creek are much better for dries.
Most of the action is taking place subsurface. Mayfly nymphs, small mayfly nymphs mind you, have been taking a lot of fish. Personally, I would be fishing with a double nymph rig consisting of a pheasant tail and soft hackle. Streamers for big browns have been pretty productive as well.
Just looking at the forecast, things are going to cool off quite a bit this week. Bring a jacket.
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