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Fly Fishing Freestone Rivers

In the first of this series on types of rivers, we examined the pristine spring creek. In this second part of the series we will look at freestone rivers. Freestone rivers make up the majority of the world's free flowing cold water rivers. So named for the rock and gravel that make up their riverbed. As most fly fisher's know rock and gravel are vital to trout, steelhead, salmon and other species that rely on these substances to make their redds during spawning season.

Typically, for fly fishing, freestone rivers are of most importance in the mountainous regions. Where snow melt, glaciers, springs, and rivulets, come together to form a river. Usually a fast flowing, cold, well-oxygenated river. One that has aerobic, active forms of life including insects and the corresponding fish that lives on them. Because of the rock and other debris that line the freestone bed and banks, trout and their insect prey have an array of places to lie. The currents, however help the trout with their turbulence, and whirling nature constantly offer up a plethora of insect life for the choosing.

It is a double edged sword however, as the freestone giveth, the freestone taketh away. No other major river form in this series suffers so much from the forces of nature. Temperatures can be extreme as are water flows. Flash floods can give way to drought conditions in some cases over night. As well as longer cyclical climate forces can enforce their will. Both insect and fish populations can fluctuate wildly.

But what thrives is the heartiest of the hearty. Fish that used to having to survive, indeed it is in their DNA, as well as the flies. Stoneflies, mayfly crawlers and swimmers, and those glorious caddis flies all call freestone rivers home.

When heading out to fly fish a freestone rivers, be ready with a myriad of fishing flies. The infamous patterns that conjure up afternoons spent fighting and releasing feisty hard nosed trout will all be effective in the freestone. Nymphs including the biggest names, Hare's Ear, Pheasant Tail, Prince, and dry flies like Adams, Parachute patterns, as well as hair wings, all were made for freestone rivers.

Iin the early season be ready for high, fast and cold water. Wading can be dangerous, but often unnecessary as high waters will bring fish close to the bank, taking advantage of pockets and undercuts, that normally are not there. And, remember that river bottoms can change over the winter, so even a familiar river can have unforeseen wading hazards.

About the Author

Cameron Larsen is a retired commericial fly tier and fly fishing guide. He now operates The Big Y Fly Company. http://www.bigyflyco.com/flyfishinghome.html He can be reached at info@bigyflyco.com. This article will appear in the Big Y Fly Fishing E-Zine

A Short fishing bait Summary
Sculpin, Woolhead, Olive


The Olive Woolhead Sculpin mixes the realistic muddler shape with the strike inducing action of a rabbit strip tail. Multiple colors for all water and light conditions also make this a must have for every angler's fly box.


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Fly Rite Stomach Pump


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William Joseph Equinox


The William Joseph Equinox has the ability to perfectly distribute weight across your entire upper body. And what does great weight dispersement mean to you? Simply put you can spend more time on the water without feeling fatigued by your pack. With the way the Equinox is laid out you won't feel any frustration getting to your gear either. There is literally a place for everything and if that little piece of everything happens to be located in the back you can just spin the pack around to access it with ease. Features 3 main storage compartments carry as many boxes as you want. Hydration compatible. Holes 35 oz. bladder (not included). Perforated front panel for cool dry comfort. Net Loop. Built-in stainless steel retractor with tool sheath. Weight transfer strap: allows you to hold the weight high, low or in-between. Perforated back panel. Lets air flow. Easy to grab mesh front pocket great for spent tippet, or whatever you'd like. Product Details Rear Pack Capacity: 635 ci Front Pack Capacity: 470 ci Weight: 1lb 9oz Colors: Sage and Evergreen


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Humpy, Yellow


Sometimes known by some older trout fly fishermen as a 'goofus bug' the Yellow Humpy is no doubt one of the finest of dry fishing flies. This fly fishing classic is very buoyant, colorful, and approximates a variety of fish flies. The Humpy dry fly is a useful pattern to have in larger sizes for big freestone rivers where fish aren't particularly selective and in smaller sizes for mountain streams, spring creeks, and those quiet backwoods brookie ponds that only you know about.


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