Its the 3rd week of August but feels like early October.  Mid 60's for highs and 50's at night have many guys thinking steelhead, salmon, and browns in the great lakes tributaries.  Around the shop it feels much the same as the fly bins are getting stocked, new rods and reels arrive, and fly tiers are once again getting busy at the vise. Anticipation is higher than we have seen in many years for a good fall run of chrome and guys are itching to hit the water.  I would be ready for early opportunities for steelhead this year, especially as you go East.  Last time we had this weather pattern steelhead were a few weeks ahead of schedule and if things continue to go the way they have been going so far this year look for more of the same.  In the meantime here is a new fly pattern to try this Fall and a few other pics as well.

Gear sale at the shop Saturday August 16th.  Switch rods, reels, skagit heads, fly tying materials and more to help kick off the Fall season.