May 2, 2008
Water conditions: Recent rains have brought a return of high water although color remains fairly good. The Yough at Confluence is fishing well and the tributaries (Meadow Run, Dunbar and Laurel Hill Creek, have received a fresh stocking in the past week. Call the shop for up-to-the-minute river levels and info 800-272-4141

Match the Hatch
The Quill Gordon and Grannon hatches are tailing off and the Hendrickson hatch has peaked. Look for these insects to be replaced with the start of the March Browns, Sulphurs and Tan Caddis in the next 7-10 days. Light Cahills and Green Drakes are not far behind.

Terrestrials are already important with flying ants and beetles representing the first of the land dwelling insects to end up on the water as trout food.

Tip of the week:
Hendrickson wet flies and flymphs are producing well even when there is no obvious hatch.

It's hard to beat sucker spawn for those recently stocked trout.

Now is the time to fish March Brown & Sulpher nymphs as these insects are becoming quite active in preparation for the upcoming hatches. A large green drake nymph will also produce soon since green and brown drakes should start to hatch around the 3rd week of July.

Hatches
Blue Quill sz 16
Quill Gordon sz 14
Black/Brown Stoneflies Size 16-18
Black/Gray Caddis Size 16
BWO Size 18-22
Black/Gray Midges Size 22-24

ALSO TRY these nymph patterns:

Black Stonefly Size 18
Prince Size 18
Black Hare’s Ear Size 18
Beadhead Pheasant Tail Size 16
Beadhead Hare’s Ear Size 16
Caddis Larva Size 14

Yough River Fly Fishing Info

PA Fish and Boat Commission

PA Fish and Boat Commission 2006 Stocking Report for Fayette County

Special Fishing Regulations

Fayette Country Fishing Information

Interactive Fayette Country Fishing Map

Venture Outdoors
Offering Beginner to Advanced Fly Fishing Classes and other activities.

Articles:
Gals Day on the River

Youghiogheny River is home to some Brown Trout Beauties

The Youghiogheny River offers a classic big river fishing experience. Our skilled boatmen use oar rigs to maneuver you into those hard to cast places: that hidden hole or around that pesky branch. Their Fly Fishing expertise will guide you through the day, teaching you casting techniques or perfecting your existing skills and sharing their knowledge on local hatches. We offer day long fishing trips on two sections of river:

The Middle Yough This portion of the river starts at the tailrace/outflow of the Yough Lake. This frequently stocked area makes for a superb start to the day. The next nine miles are a breathtaking assortment of mixed riffles, pools, rolling flats and pocket water galore. Cold water releases from Yough Lake Dam create a true trailwater with good trout temperature year round, from Confluence to well below Ohiopyle. In summer, when most area streams are too low and warm to be fished, the Yough is still prime with good insect activity and rising lunker trout. With it's classic big river characteristic, jaw dropping scenery, to the clock hatches, and pole bending trout this trip truly is a fisherman's dream come true.

The Lower Youghiogheny mixes both of our true passions, tricky whitewater and trophy size trout. This trip is best described as an anglers adventure. The main attraction of The Lower Yough is that this section of the river is not wadable below the first railroad bridge, so you'll be fishing almost virgin waters. This makes for an abundance of lightning striking natives and wise old trophies, "Bring extra tippet boys you're gonna need it!". As the river continues downstream towards the takeout, the trout start to back off and make room for hard fighting, high jumping, bronze back small mouth bass. This trip is definitely one of a kind - where getting down the river is just as exciting as catching what's in it.


Wilderness Voyageurs' ORVIS shop has extensive fly fishing gear and supplies, from rods and reels, to flies and tippet.

NEW FOR 2008: WOMEN'S CLINICS
May 22-23 and July 10-11 $180
Are you looking to figure out this foreign sport with funny lingo? You will be introduced in a friendly environment and be led by Cyndi, our own fly fishing diva! All equipment and lunches are provided.

Sign up now because space is limited! 800-272-4141

Guided Fishing Trip Details:
Minimum number of People to book a trip: 1
Maximum people on trip: 4
Minimum age: 12
Guide to Guest Ratio: 1:2
Fishing Areas: Middle Yough(9miles) and Lower Yough (7.5 miles)
Whitewater Class: 1-3
Provided: Rafting equipment and lunch (We do not provide fishing licenses or tackle)
Meeting Place:Wilderness Voyageurs Store
Cost: $180 / 1 person or $240 for 2 people

Guided Wading Trips
We offer guided trips on the Yough, some combining biking and fishing from the 11 mile marker on the bike path, from Ohiopyle upstream to Confluence. We also offer trips to a number of Yough tributaries for everything from a trophy stocked trout to native brookies in a secluded pristine environment.

$240 for 2

Fisherman's Shuttle
Season: April - October $10 with a boat rental, $15 without.
Get a jump on the day and other river users. We will shuttle you and your craft to the Ramcat Launch area at 7:30 AM.

Merit Badge Program
June 14th and 15th and by prior arrangement. $120 / person. Your scout will be introduced to the fascinating world of fly tying, casting, hatches, knots & stream reading. All in a setting designed to "hook" them into this lifetime sport. Oh yeah...they will also earn the Fly Fishing Merit Badge

Rod Rentals
Season: year round. $25/day
Whether you forgot your rod or want to demo the latest greatest Superfine by Orvis.

Bike Rentals
Season: year round $21 day. The Great Allegheny Passage bike trail provides easy and quick access to 20+ miles of the Youghiohgeny.