Fly Fishing on the lake
 

I buried my father this yr and acquired his Fenwick fly rod and a large assortment of flies, streamers and poppers along with everything needed to tie your own including material.

I know we envision fly fishing in waders knee deep in clear rolling waters, being one with nature... but does anyone ever fly fish off the bow of their boat along the shores on a lake like Center Hill, Priest ?



I haven't fly fished in 45 yrs, but I still remember a few things. Not sure my eyes can see tieing on these tiny flies, but I'd be curious to hear if anyone else does this.


I bass & catfish and usually its either I'm catching them or more so NOT... Has anyone ever crappie fished using a fly rod... I can't help but to think that would be fun as they put up a good fight. Honest to God there has to be trout along the lake shores.. no ?


I'm just not sure where to begin or what to use. Any help would be appreciated.

Off the bow is an excellent way to learn/re-learn fly casting. Minimal obstructions and nothing but water in a 360* arc. Tie on a small popper cork and you have a surface lure second to nothing: bass, panfish . . . they'll all hit it.

Plenty of trout below Center Hill. If you can avoid weekends when it is warm you will enjoy it more. I was going to say all the kayakers have ruined it, but that is great for kids to learn to love the water. Just pick your days if you go.