Anglers Brace for Changing Trout Regulations and Falling Leaves in Virginia and New Hampshire

01/10/2025 2 min
Anglers Brace for Changing Trout Regulations and Falling Leaves in Virginia and New Hampshire

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First up, the folks at Mossy Creek Fly Fishing in Virginia say the weather’s been a bit of a tease lately, dropping only about an inch of rain—a drop in the bucket for anglers wishing for a full reset on low water conditions. If you’re in the Valley, things are getting juicy for trout early in the week with some lingering overcast and slightly bumped-up flows. Tricos are still hatching, and the feisty terrestrials—hoppers, beetles, ants—are hanging around. Streamer fishing’s hot on the dreary days, while long casts with a dry-dropper rig work best when the sun pops out. Bass are starting to stack up deep, and if you’re after musky, the rain and cloudy skies have them out on the prowl. Just a heads-up: the leaves are dropping soon, so watch for tough conditions on windy days. Stocking will be kicking off, too, so keep an eye on those newly loaded trout streams. And if you need gear, the shop’s flipping into fall mode, with deals coming on summer wear and fresh cold-weather threads.If you’re fishing up in New Hampshire—or know someone who does—the buzz is about the proposed regulatory changes from the Fish and Game Department. They’re talking about slashing the number of “fly fishing only” trout ponds from 27 down to just 5, opening up the rest for spin tackle with artificial lures. Local fly anglers aren’t exactly celebrating; they’re worried that trophy trout waters will suffer and that local businesses catering to the fly fishing crowd could take a hit. There’s plenty of chatter at public meetings as anglers speak up, and it’ll be interesting to watch what happens next season.For all you traveling anglers, The Fly Shop just dropped its fresh 2025 North America Travel Magazine. It’s crammed with tips and destination guides for dream fly fishing across the continent, from quiet waters off the beaten path to bucket-list rivers. If you’re thinking about your next big trip—or just want some sweet daydream material—this new release is a must-check for the die-hard explorer or armchair angler alike.And finally, mark your calendar for FFI Flyfest 2025 in Grand Rapids, Michigan this September. Fly Fishers International is rolling out an in-person extravaganza with workshops, presentations, casting clinics, and conservation talks. There’s something for every skill level, and the fishing in the area promises to be excellent. Whether you want to sharpen your technique or just soak in the community vibe, Flyfest is the place to be. You’ll want to pack your waders and bring your best attitude.Thanks for tuning in. Come back next week for more news and stories from the water—this has been a Quiet Please production, and for me check out Quiet Please Dot A I.For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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