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Mad River
USGS Gauge- Urbana
USGS Gauge- St. Paris Pike
Mad River Map
Wanted to get a quick report up here for those thinking about fishing this weekend. If you are thinking the Mad, you are in good shape.
The Upper River did fish on Wednesday and we have been moving down river each day. The lower is still a touch high but perfect for all of you streamer junkies out there. Should be a great weekend on the river.
Pretty much the same winter story. Nymphing will of course produce the most fish and you either want to go really small with midge larva, or really big with attractor types. Finally, also, the streamer bite should be on and don't be afraid to "go big" with this water that we have. Surely we will see some photos of some hogs the next few days.
Haven't heard from anybody today as we are of course closed but hoping to get some reports the next few days. Send us some reports/pics and let us know how you are doing out there.
Happy New Year from all of us here at MRO and we'll update as we hear from folks.
Clearfork River
USGS- Upper Clearfork
USGS- Lower/Mohican State Park
Clearfork Map
The Upper Clearfork is in good shape and has been fishing well. This push of water will only help. We have heard of folks doing well on nymphs of course but most have been talking about the streamer bite. Seems that the streamer fishing in the upper has been exceptionally good. The big stuff has been working, especially when we get these bumps in flows like we did this week.
The lower is still a bit too high. We'll keep our eyes on it and try to let you know when it comes fishable again.
Keep us informed as to how you're doing out there and Happy New Year to you all!
Clear Creek
USGS Gauge
Clear Creek Map
Clear Creek has come right back down and is low and clear again. Did talk to a few folks that had fished before the water came up and for them the fishing was marginal. A few smaller fish being caught but nothing to get too excited about.
Ryan did say he was going to pay the creek a visit this weekend and we'll try to let you know what he finds. Anyone else out there fishing down there we'd love to hear from you.
In the meantime, Thanks as always for reading and Happy New Year.
Erie Steelhead
Gauge Links and Maps
Folks are getting out here and it should be a banner weekend along Steelhead Alley. The folks that were out yesterday and today were finding good numbers of fish and fresh fish at that. As expected, this water did seem to bring a very nice push of fish into the streams. This was the push we had been waiting for. Although a few folks were swinging some flies, most of the fish we have seen/heard of were taken on nymphs and eggs. Bright colored, larger egg flies seemed to be working best yesterday.
The Vermilion is coming into shape nicely and although we can't confirm yet, but it should be worth checking out. It is long overdue for some fish and this water should have changed things for the better.
The Rocky, Chagrin and Conneaut are all looking great for the weekend. Should be the perfect green color and flow that we are looking for. They should all be pretty choked with fish. Can't wait to hear how folks do the next few days!!! Send us reports and pics!
The Grand is still at least a few days if not more away from fishing. When it does come in, it could be an excellent choice for swinging and stripping flies....of course depending on the temps.
Let us know how you're doing out there and send some pics. It helps us immensely in keeping these reports fresh and fun.
Thanks for reading and we'll try to keep you informed. Happy New Year!
Mad River Outfitters
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813 Bethel Rd.
Columbus, Ohio 43214
www.madriveroutfitters.com
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