Saturday, September 30, 2017

A Guide To Fly Fishing Fraser River

By Paul Patterson


Angling is an activity that has become popular among vacationers. Nowadays, it is common to see endless lines of RVs packed by lakesides as people fish. One priceless gift you could give to your loved ones over the holiday would be to go fly fishing Fraser River.

The waterway is the first primary tributary of the mighty Colorado. It is the perfect setting for both small scale and large scale angling. Beginning at Berthoud Pass, the waterway snakes its way north on a 32 mile course to Granby. The course is known to harbor vast amounts of wild rainbow, brook, cutthroat and brown trout.

One aspect that truly makes it stand out is the way its course meanders into riffles, runs and tail outs that form deep bend pools. Depending on the time you opt to visit, you may find lots of fish. The perfect time for catching salmon is from July all through to the middle of November. March to November is always great for trout catching.

You may find access to the waterway easy or challenging depending on your starting point. National forestland encompasses the first 8 miles of the course as it goes north. With the forestland being a park with decent roads, it offers a good frontier to access the stream. The water at this section is shallow and narrow but has lots of fish nonetheless.

As you proceed downstream, accessibility may be limited. This is especially so as you approach the town of Fraser. The best spots are located further down towards the canyons near Tabernash. Mountain bikes are great when it comes to accessing areas with rough terrain.

There are several local resorts that offer full board services to guests. Most of them are located next to the water and thus offer great settings for unhindered angling. If you want to reside in a resort during your vacation, include some additional cash in your budget to cater for the angling charges that resorts often require anglers to pay.

The most alluring thing in resorts is the opportunity to sample exotic dishes. Meals often consist of fresh fish served alongside an array of cuisines. Fish is usually smoked, fried and barbecued and can also be served alongside French fries and vegetable salads.

Part of your preparation should include doing research on all the required gear. Resorts usually have a steady supply of gear for visitors who do not have any. However, you may be charged extra for them depending on the establishment you choose to board in.

Standard equipment include flies, rods, waders and reels. Most travelers who choose to go on vacation in their RVs carry theirs with them. Nonetheless, there are numerous stores that sell quality gear around. What is more, most are run by personnel who have the expertise required to tie angling flies by hand for their customers.

There are many things you should anticipate during your vacation. Provided you take the right preparation steps, your loved ones should enjoy a memorable adventure. If clueless about what to do, you may do a little research over the internet.




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