December 2024 Fly Fishing Report

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Winter is here! The temperatures have dropped and it’s a great time to get outdoors.

It’s a good time to reserve your dates for winter and spring in Texas. We’ll be targeting trout through April, and bass March through May. 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 in the 60s. The flows on the Guadalupe below Canyon Lake are 65 CFS. There have been 4 trout stockings so far, and more on the way. Trout sizes stocked this season are anywhere from 8 inches to 27 inches. The GRTU feeding program has helped a good number of trout to survive the summer, and the best way to know if you have a holdover is by the color and fin development. The Canyon Lake level is 20 feet low and flows could reduce more if rainfall doesn’t increase. We recommend visiting http://www.grtu.org/flow/ to stay informed of the lake level and dam release. The trout have been biting on various worm, egg, nymphs, and emerger patterns. Some streamers have also been successful.

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 7 days a week. Purchases can be made through our website at any time of the year. We have added 2 more ways to pay for river access. Look for the orange sign at the trail head with payment options through Zelle, and Venmo.

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/
Follow the link below for the next meeting for the New Braunfels Fly Fishers. https://www.facebook.com/NewBraunfelsFlyFishers
Guadalupe River Trout Unlimited Troutfest is scheduled for February 21-23, 2025. Go to grtu,org for more details.

Thank you for supporting our small business.

Sincerely,

Chris Jackson Owner/Lead Guide

Go Where the Action Is!

www.actionangler.net

830-708-FISH (830-708-3474)

Next Club Meeting is this Wednesday December 11th

Folks,

This is a reminder that our club meeting will be a combined November / December meeting on this Wednesday, December 11th at the New Braunfels Library’s Westside Community Center from 6:00 – 8:00. The address is 2932 S IH 35 Frontage Road. The meeting room at the E.Commons main public library is not available on this day..

Our guest speaker will be John Cadran “JC”. He will be presenting EURO Nymphing on the Guadalulpe. Many of you have met JC. He was at the recent GRTU river clean up and also finished 2nd place at our Holdover Tournament.

Concerning your FFI membership expiration date. Please double check your expiration date. If it has expired please renew your membership with FFI. If you have already renewed your membership please send me your current expiration date. We are coming up on year end and our club roster that is submitted along with our annual report to FFI needs to include only current FFI members.

Thanks,

Pat

2024-2025 Trout Stocking Schedule

Winter Rainbow Trout Stocking Update

2024-2025 Trout Stocking Schedule

Harvest Regulations

No Minimum Length Limit; Daily Bag = 5 trout
Exceptions exist within special trout management zones on the Guadalupe River downstream of Canyon Lake, which often remains cool enough for rainbow trout to survive year-round
An angler fishing in a Community Fishing Lake (CFL) or from a dock, pier or jetty within a Texas State Park may use no more than two poles.
Special limits are in effect on parts of the Guadalupe River.

License Requirements

Trout anglers will need a valid fishing license that includes a freshwater fishing endorsement. Anglers under 17 years of age are not required to have a license. More about fishing licenses and stamps.
Licenses and endorsements are not required when fishing within a Texas State Park.

If you’ve never been trout fishing, here are some how-to tips.

Locations and Dates

Dates and locations are subject to change. Most trout stocking occurs between the hours of 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. Exact times are unavailable. Total quantity is distributed over the scheduled stock dates. Hatchery is the TPWD facility delivering the trout. Hatchery contact information is listed below this chart.

Neighborhood Fishin’ ponds (marked with * ) will be stocked frequently throughout the season.

Nov. 27 marks the beginning of a Texas winter tradition as we begin stocking thousands of easy-to-catch, tasty rainbow trout in ponds, lakes and rivers across the state.

Any age or skill level can enjoy the thrill of fishing for rainbows. To increase your chances of success, our biologist created a video with 6 tips for catching rainbow trout.

TPWD plans to stock 342,373 rainbow trout in Texas from Nov. 27 through March 9. Because rainbow trout are unable to survive in most areas of Texas after winter, due to the warm water temperatures, anglers are encouraged to keep up to their daily bag limit of 5 trout. Exceptions exist within special trout management zones on the Guadalupe River downstream of Canyon Lake, which often remains cool enough for rainbow trout to survive year-round. So get out there with your friends and family, spend time outdoors, enjoy the crisp air, and catch some feisty, colorful trout!

If you’re new to trout fishing, watch these rainbow trout cleaning and cooking videos for tips on what to do with your catch.

Trout Stocking Schedule

Where to Catch Rainbows

Neighborhood Fishin’ Lakes and State Parks

Neighborhood Fishin’ lakes offer families and other new anglers in and around big cities some of the best opportunities to catch rainbow trout. These lakes are frequently stocked during the season and offer plenty of amenities so anglers of all ages can enjoy a fun and relaxing day fishing and connecting in nature.

Trout will also be stocked at several Texas state parks throughout Texas. Many state parks offer excellent fishing amenities such as fishing piers and shoreline access, cleaning stations, and equipment rentals for tackle and kayaks or canoes. As a bonus, anglers don’t need a fishing license to fish within a Texas state park.

Reserving a day pass in advance of your visit to a Texas state park is highly recommended since parks are operating at limited capacity and many will reach their capacity limit. Day passes can be reserved online or by calling (512) 389-8900.

More Locations

We will be stocking rainbow trout below several dams and spillways, which often have very cool water and provide excellent conditions for trout fishing.

In addition to stocking the Guadalupe River downstream of Canyon Lake, TPWD also stocks rainbow trout in the Brazos River downstream of Possum Kingdom Lake, portions of the Frio and South Llano rivers, and in the Clear Fork of the Trinity River.

Regulations

No minimum length limit; daily bag = 5 trout
An angler fishing in a community fishing lake or from a dock, pier or jetty within a Texas state park may use no more than 2 poles.
Special limits are in effect on parts of the Guadalupe River.

Fishing Licenses

Adults: Buy yours online or at a retailer for as little as $11 for resident, one-day, all-water fishing.
Kids: No license is required for anglers under 17 years of age.
Visitors of all ages can fish without a license within Texas state parks.

Check the stocking schedule before you go. Dates and locations are subject to change due to weather or other circumstances.

There will not be a November Club Meeting

Folks,

This is a reminder that we will not be having a November meeting this month Our next meeting will be a combined November / December meeting due to the holiday season. The meeting will be held on December 11th at the New Braunfels Library’s Westside Community Center from 6:00 – 8:00. The address is 2932 S IH 35 Frontage Road. The meeting room at the E.Commons main public library is not available at this time.

Thanks,

Pat

TFTX 2025 TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW!

Thank you for supporting GRTU and helping to make Troutfest TX a coveted show stop for anglers and their families from all over the country. We thank our Sponsors, Donors, and Exhibitors for their continued support!

We are well underway with planning for TFTX 2025… We already have a powerful group of Presenters, an amazing roster of brands exhibiting at the Expo, and more fun additions to the Kids’ area.

We hope you’ll join us for Troutfest TX 25 Feb 21-23, 2025. Tickets for the Banquet and Movie Night are on sale now and we anticipate selling out again this year… so we encourage you to get your tickets early!

See you at Troutfest TX 2025!

Lise Lozelle & Bill Marshall

Troutfest TX Co-Chairs

Get your TFTX 25 Tickets HERE

Our next Chapter Meeting will be Saturday, November 16th from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm at Rio Guadalupe Resort. Food and drinks will be provided.
Judson Cole of Rio Anglers will be the guest speaker and he will be discussing Fishing the Guadalupe River in the Winter. Click HERE to view the agenda

If you cannot attend in person, you can attend via Zoom using the link below. Remember you must register in advance.

https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_PxAlOWp4TI2l2XnB2PAqzw#/registration