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New York 
February-March
February-March Steelheading can be excellent at this time as the air and
water temps begin to warm but before the runoff occurs and make the
rivers unsafe to fish. Mid Feb-March are good bets and fishing dates
should be booked early. Timing is important to help insure safe and
fishable flows.
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April-May *RESERVE EARLY*
Outstanding steelheading can be enjoyed during
this time of year when the high water recedes to a safe, and I emphasize
safe, and fishable flow. Nymphs, streamers and wet flies will do the
trick. Book your trip as
early as possible because these three fly fishing specific weeks fill fast. Historically, the fishing, the flows and the weather has
been great starting around the 1st of April for offering wading and drift boat trips for good flyfishing, leading into Prime Time, starting around April 15th thru May 7th and remaining real good into mid May.
June-August
Weather permitting, steelheading can remain fair to good into June as
long as you are willing to put in the extra effort and take in a day of
hiking the Salmon River. Usually any major down pour, which raises the
early summer's lower flows, will entice some nice Skamanies and Atlantic
Salmon and maybe even a few Kings to enter these tributaries of Lake
Ontario. Mid September, you can usually count on the King and Coho
salmon to start showing up regularly. But until then, it can be hit or
miss, so it's best to call before making your fishing arrangements.
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September- November *RESERVE EARLY*
By mid to late September it's usually Salmon, Salmon, and More Salmon
everywhere! Then Steelhead showing during the 2nd week of October with the better runs materializing in early November. Fishing dates fill fast during this time and I prefer week days. If weekends are your time, don't worry, the fish are still here. Booking your trip early is advisable
to insure lodging and your guided date.
December-January
Good to outstanding steelhead and trout fishing is the norm for this time
of year in most of Lake Ontario's tribs from Watertown to Buffalo. With nice browns and rainbows in many of the rivers and creeks, along
with the much sought after steelies, you could end up with a nice hat trick of trout or a "double digit trophy brown" from the western shores! Great time to fish, but be sure to have your fowl and cold weather gear.
During December-January, try to pick your fishing days according to the forecasted weather. Also, when
there's a break in the cold, usually a warm up of 7-10 plus
degrees, bright warm sunny days or from sub freezing to above freezing, this is a good time to
be casting a line in the Salmon River's favorite runs and holding pools or other tributaries.
Massachusetts 
January-March
Some areas will produce some nice fish, weather permitting. Guiding is
usually limited to the Upper Deerfield and the tail waters of the Swift
River at this time of year. A warm day on one of these rivers can help
ease the pain of cabin fever.
April
Early trout season success is in finding good temps and safe flows with
many of the streams, rivers and lakes already being stocked by the
state. Great river and stream fishing is beginning to happen through out
the valley.
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May, June, July
*RESERVE EARLY*
Prime time trout fishing is here (book these dates early). By mid May, the fly fishing is on the rise and continues to get better as June and July approach. Streamers and Nymph fishing is how the season starts and remains constant through out the summer months. Then more consistent dry fly action starts late days and early evenings during the last week of May. This is
definitely a great time to enjoy Western Massachusetts' early flyfishing
season. With the higher spring flows, get to areas that are not be accessible by the walk in fishermen.
August-September
Dog Days, for most rivers, are here except for the Deerfield where this
dam controlled flow offers up continued outstanding fly fishing during this time.
Here's where I can be a true asset to your fishing success, either
wading or drift boat trips, I will guide you to areas that have
cooler runs and pools and feeding trout. These areas are more apt to attract trout
during this time of year. Please take care in releasing these fish. With nearly daily water releases from Fife Brook Dam, this is a great time to drift boat the Deerfield in search of the rising trout.
Cape Cod 
September, My Favorite Time
September is when we have enjoyed our best success while wading the
tides and casting to stripers seen chasing bait in the waves. After
labor day weekend and into the end of the month is historically the
best! What a rush! What a great time to be at the Cape, early to late
September with little to no crowds and the possibility of having fish
busting at your feet while tearing off fly line from your reel!
"Learn to present a fly, in big water, without a slinky or split shot."
Traditional Fly Fishing at it's Best!
Pending
Water Conditions 
SAFETY
FIRST!
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Guide Service 38 Elm Street Hatfield, MA 01038 |
Walt
Geryk New York Licensed Guide Reg # 955 Since 1985 |
Ph: (413) 247-5579 Cell: (413) 575-5421 |
Walter Geryk and Northeast Fly Fishing Guide Service takes no responsibility for the accuracy of these reports
and can not be held responsible for
unforeseen changes in water flows and conditions.
Always use your best judgment. Approach with caution before, while and after entering the water.
"Plan for your safety just as you'd plan your fishing trips, carefully!"
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Learn the beginning basics of nymph fishing using minimal split shots
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