Gunpowder Stream Report and Great Feathers Fly Shop Blog

...Quill Gordons! Expect to see these early May Flies mid-afternoons, between 1 and 2 o'clock and a continued yet sporadic hatch for a few hours each day for the next few weeks. This hatch on the Gunpowder is not heavy, and much like the stoneflies, will not bring every trout in the river to the surface as the Sulphur seems to. Still it is worth watching closely for fish working these bugs and even using a size #12 or #14 Quill Gordon (or adams)as a searching pattern. Like the stone it's never non stop dry fly action but.....it's fun and effective. A dark hares ear nymph is a very good imitation of this fly and can also bring very good results. A soft hackle hares ear is even a better choice. Often the Little Blue Quill is hatching at the same time. A little observation before starting your fishing can lead to more productive days on the stream. The Little blue is similar to the Gordon but as it's name tells us it's a smaller bug usually around size #18 with habits similar to it's larger cousin.

Don't box you stone flies for the year yet but, keep an open eye for these first may flies!

Folks, Daffodils mean spring is here, and the Quill Gordon. If you are interested in more information on how your garden, or the wildflowers along the stream can tell you what hatch to expect stop in and we'll be glad to show you.

Tight Lines,
MK