Fishing Outlook & Conditions
Temp:
59°
Water Temp:
42
Hawkins Outfitters's Tip of the Week
As water temps approach 50 degrees, look for smallmouth moving to prespawn locations.
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Hawkins Outfitters5-Day Outlook as of 4/29/24
These warm days should get surface temps close to 50 degrees.
Techniques & Tips as of 4/29/24
Jigging, swim baits, soft baits
Local Species Available Late March until December
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Steelhead
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Kings
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Lake Trout
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Carp and Smallmouth
Hawkins Outfitters's Recommended Fly Patterns
"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:
Name: | Colors: | Size(s): |
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Schultzy's Single Fly Cray | N/A | 4 |
Hawkins' Hat Trick | Olive/white | 6 |
Schultzy's Single Fly Cray
This molted crayfish fly is unbeatable anywhere crayfish are found.
5.99
Item #9R7T
Hawkins Outfitters's Recommended Gear
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Best Leader:
Super Strong Plus Leaders
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Best Tippet:
SuperStrong Plus Tippet in 30- and 100-meter spools
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Best Fly Fishing Rod:
8-Weight 9' Fly Rod
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Best Floating Fly Line:
Redfish WF Fly Line