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Fall is here! The temperatures have dropped and it's a great time to get outdoors. It's also a good time to reserve your dates for fall and winter in Texas. We'll be targeting bass through November, then trout late November through April. Check out http://actionangler.net/ to book a trip, buy some gear or gift certificate, or get up to speed on the latest river info.
RIVER CONDITIONS
The water temperatures on the Guadalupe are already low 60s to high 50s. Some trout have survived the summer heat in large part to the GRTU volunteers that feed the trout 2 days a week. The GRTU feeding program has kept some of the trout in cooler areas of the river. It's likely to find several anglers in the few locations trying to land a holdover trout. The flows on the Guadalupe below Canyon Lake are 67 CFS. This is the time to enjoy all the warm water species the Texas Hill Country has to offer. Many great fishing stories of bass biting on poppers and streamers. The Canyon Lake level is 20 feet low and flows could reduce more if rainfall doesn't increase. It's very important to keep a watch on the river flows. Wading can become dangerous if you are on the river when the dam suddenly increases its flow. We recommend visiting http://www.grtu.org/flow/ to stay informed of the lake level and dam release. Make sure to book a trip soon to secure your date.
Please contact us if you want to experience some great Colorado or Hill Country fly fishing. Guided trips and gift certificates can be purchased online at http://actionangler.net/ by clicking the "BOOK NOW" button.
FLY SHOP and RIVER ACCESS
The Action Angler fly shop and river access is open. We are operating on a reduced schedule Monday through Thursday until the trout stockings begin. Please call before you head out on these days. Purchases can be made through or website at any time of the year.
I'd like to fill you in on the most recent news in the Texas Hill Country and west/central Colorado.
NEWS AND UPDATES
Action Angler is a booking agent and guide for 1, 2, and 3 day float trips on the Gunnison River through the Gunnison Gorge and lower Gunnison River. This allows us to hold preferred dates for our clients. The Gunnison Gorge is thought of by many as a Top 20 Destination To See Before You Die, and also referred to as a mini-Grand Canyon. The lower Gunnison River is an easier-paced section, with day trips starting at $700. Please contact us for details.
If you are planning to be in the Aspen or Glenwood Springs areas in the summertime or early fall, call Aspen Fly Fishing and/or Crystal Fly Shop to book trips. Be sure to request Chris Jackson as your guide. http://www.aspenflyfishing.com/ http://www.crystalflyshop.com/index.html If you are planning to be in the Crested Butte or Gunnison areas in the summertime or early fall, call Dragonfly Anglers to book trips on the upper Gunnison River and request Chris Jackson as your guide. http://www.dragonflyanglers.com/
The next meeting for the New Braunfels Fly Fishers is scheduled for December 6, 2023. https://www.facebook.com/NewBraunfelsFlyFishers The annual holdover tournament has been scheduled for November 4, 2023.
Guadalupe River Trout Unlimited Troutfest is scheduled for February 16-18, 2024. Go to grtu,org for more details.
Our annual Learn to Fly Fish 2 hour class is scheduled for December 2, 2023 from 9am to 11am. A second class from 2pm to 4pm will be added if there's enough demand. There's a maximum of 20 anglers per class. The entry fee is $40 per angler, and is nonrefundable. Please email info@actionangler.net to register.
Thank you for supporting our small business. We hope everyone is safe and healthy.
Sincerely,
Chris Jackson Owner/Lead Guide
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