Barre Falls Dam Sectionon Ware River
What's working on Ware River
- 01Excellent fall conditions with cooler temperatures and consistent hatches.
- 02Active hatches of Autumn Caddis, Isonychia, and Blue-Winged Olives.
- 03Midge activity is a constant subsurface presence.
- 04Focus on upper reaches around Hubbardston and Rutland for wild trout.
- 05Use a dry-dropper rig with a prominent October Caddis or Isonychia Dun and a Sparkle Dun or Flashback Hare's Ear Nymph.
What to tie on at Barre Falls Dam Section
Picked from recent reports for this stretch.
October Caddis
Matches the active Autumn Caddis hatch in the Ware River, a significant fall food source for trout.
Sparkle Dun
An excellent emerger pattern for the active Blue-Winged Olive (BWO) hatches, effective for trout feeding on vulnerable insects in the surface film.
Blue-Winged Olive Comparadun
A low-profile dry fly ideal for selective trout feeding on adult Blue-Winged Olives during fall hatches, especially on overcast days.
March Brown Dry
March Browns are actively hatching, making this a primary dry fly for rising trout.
Hendrickson
Hendricksons are a key early spring hatch, offering a significant dry fly opportunity.
Buy at AmazonMother's Day Caddis
The prolific Mother's Day Caddis hatch is expected now, making this a perfect imitation for adult caddis.
Quill Gordon
Quill Gordons are a major early spring hatch that should not be missed.
Buy at AmazonBlue-Winged Olive Comparadun
Blue-Winged Olives are actively hatching, especially on overcast days, and this low-profile dry fly is excellent for selective trout.
Hendrickson Nymph
Hendrickson nymphs are active subsurface, making them a primary food source for trout before and during the hatch.
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