Dave and I got out on the Metolius River on Friday. Yes our first 2016 fly fishing outing. Fortunately, we are having a winter, as this bodes well for snow pack! This was our second outing on the Metolius River with snow on the ground. We both remarked at how invigorating it was to fish in the cold and snow! Temps were in the mid-twenties, it was a sunny day and no ice in the guides. Dave was euro-nymphing with his 8’4” 5 wt bamboo, and forgive, me but I was fishing my graphite Echo Shadow Euro-Nymphing 10′ 3 wt. rod. I prefer the action of bamboo, but I have to be honest the longer rod allowed me to cover more water.
As to fishing success – it was the Metolius! This time on our fishing pursuit, it was my turn to land a fish. I landed one small but beautiful wild rainbow on a orange/black rubber legs nymph.
Of course the selfie to start the day! Notice my rosy cheeks from the chill in the air.
Perfect timing – Dave clicked the shutter, just as I set the hook
A beautiful wild rainbow – check the spots and red band
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