Smallmouth Bass Streams Fly Fishing Report - March 19, 2025
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We are still on the starting edge of the smallmouth bass fishing. My son and some friends went floating on the Shenandoah River this week. While some caught one for the day, others got skunked. The water temperature is around 52 degrees in the middle of the afternoon. By using sinking tip lines and Fluorocarbon Leaders with big heavy weighted flies, you can increase your odds. Skulpin Bunny, Murray's Tungsten Cone Head Marauders in size 4, and Murray's Magnum Streamers size 4 are recommended. Fish these in the deep water, slowly across the stream bottom.
Both the North Fork and the South Fork of the Shenandoah River are clear and fishable. Waters levels are "full but fishable" so just be cautious when wading. Chest high waders are recommended along with a wading staff.
Fly Fishing Schools on the Shenandoah River
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Full Day Fly Fishing Schools include a classroom presentation and on the stream instruction for a full day of learning. These start at 9am at our fly shop in Edinburg on scheduled dates. 2025 Dates: May 31, June 7, 13, 20, 21 or August 16, 23
$200pp, class sizes are small, pre-registration is required. Fly Rod & Reel outfits are provided for the school. -
Half Day Fly Fishing Lessons include a short meet/greet at 9am at our fly shop in Edinburg, then off to the river for a basic fly fishing lesson until about 1pm. 2025 Dates: June 4, 25, 28, July 12, 16, 26, 30, August 2, 6, 27, September 10, 24, 27
$125pp, class sizes are small, pre-registration is required. Fly Rod and Reel outfits are provided for the lesson.