Learning the Importance of River Flows and Fly Fishing

Spring has sprung and with the change in season and the snow melt, flows are becoming ever more unstable, especially on the freestones. This time of year, perhaps the most important metric for a successful day on the water is understanding the flow rate [measured in cubic feet per second (CFS)] of any river you plan to fish. Changes in flows have profound impacts on fish behavior, fish location, river clarity, and angler safety. Knowing and understanding flow rates will give anglers a huge leg up during the spring and may even save your life. Take a look at this article from thecatchandthehatch.com to learn the finer points of how to read a flow report and what it means.

Link to the article: Mastering Stream Flows