High water continues to be the story for much of the system, but on the positive side, it is bringing in fresh fish, and allowing them to move quickly through the system toward the spawning grounds. While out fishing Monday of this week, I was greeted by a pleasant surprise. The students from Napan Elementary… Continue Reading
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Miramichi Fishing Report for Thursday, June 6, 2013
High water certainly put a damper on most fishing over the last week, but some anglers pushed the envelope and had some success. The best angling was on the Northwest which is usual for this time of year. As we move into June, more salmon will be gracing the other tributaries in greater numbers. The… Continue Reading
Miramichi Fishing Report for Thursday, May 30, 2013
This week there is certainly no shortage of water as last week’s deluge brought the rivers to well above spring high. As of Wednesday, any pools that were fishable would most likely have to be described as “fishably high”. The forecast for Wednesday overnight and into today was more rain, so a check with some… Continue Reading
Miramichi Fishing Report for Thursday, May 23, 2013
This week’s column has a definite “bright atmosphere” to it. Yes, there are bright salmon on the Northwest Miramichi, and reports of some bright trout on both the Northwest and Main Southwest Miramichi. The Striped Bass have moved from the staging area around Strawberry March in City of Miramichi up river to the spawning area… Continue Reading
Miramichi Fishing Report for Thursday, May 16, 2013
Striped Bass fishing continues to be extraordinary with many catches being had. It is so nice to see so many out on the river, especially families, getting the young involved while sowing the seeds for future angling. Remember, the retention period for Stripers ended yesterday. There is consideration being given to another period of time… Continue Reading