High Desert Angler Announcements

Announcements for the Week of December 26, 2011

2011-12-28T17:12:00.000-07:00

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Happy New Year and many thanks to all of you who have contributed to the success of the High Desert Angler. We are fortunate to have a clientel that supports small local businesses. Being in the business of fun, we feel very grateful to you all have spent your hard earned dollars with us. With the economy not having quite rebounded,, the fires we had over the summer and resulting forest closures, we realize that how lucky we are to be in this business and to serve the customers that keep us here. Please be safe this holiday season and we wish you all the best in the coming New Year.

The $300,000 fish habitat improvement project on the San Juan River below Navajo Dam concluded last week. The project was designed to enhance fishing opportunities in two ways: by reducing silt deposits from flash-flood events, and by creating deeper pools for fish during periods of low flow from Navajo Dam. Work in “The Braids,” has been very productive as fish have moved into this new habitat where they previously weren't. If you've been since the project was completed, please give me an e-mail and let me know.

Announcements for the Week of December 26, 2011

2011-12-22T17:11:00.002-07:00

Announcements for the Week of December 5, 2011

2011-12-08T11:17:00.000-07:00

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The Truchas Chapter of Trout Unlimited is having their annual Christmas Party on Thursday December 8th at the Cow Girl Hall of Fame in Santa Fe. The party runs from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. There will be a featured speaker, Rebecca Oertel, staff biologist from the Valles Caldera National Preserve. Rebecca will be giving a presentation on the Las Conchas Fire and post-fire environments on the VCNP.

The $300,000 fish habitat improvement project on the San Juan River below Navajo Dam concluded last week. The project was designed to enhance fishing opportunities in two ways: by reducing silt deposits from flash-flood events, and by creating deeper pools for fish during periods of low flow from Navajo Dam. Work in “The Braids,” has been very productive as fish have moved into this new habitat where they previously weren't. If you've been since the project was completed, please give me an e-mail and let me know.

Announcements for the Week of November 21, 2011

2011-11-23T17:05:00.001-07:00

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Please support small businesses this Saturday, on "Small Business Saturday" November 26th. Plan on doing some of your holiday shopping at local merchants to help grow our local economy. We will start off our Holiday Sale on Satuarday as well as have some specials that day only. You have to come into the shop and see for your self, plus we will be cooking dogs and brat's around lunch time, come check it out!!

The $300,000 fish habitat improvement project on the San Juan River below Navajo Dam that began on Monday October 31st should conclude next week. The project is designed to enhance fishing opportunities in two ways: by reducing silt deposits from flash-flood events, and by creating deeper pools for fish during periods of low flow from Navajo Dam. The project will include sediment removal and control at the mouth of Rex Smith Wash. Also there will be some habitat improvement work in “The Braids,” a section of the river above Texas Hole and the Kiddie Hole where water levels drop to very low levels during times of low flow from the dam. It will include digging holes in the sandstone riverbed to create deeper pools for trout. Work in “The Braids,” however, will require the area to be closed to fishing for about 30 days in November and early December. You can get more information at http://www.fishthesanjuan.com/phpBB2/.

The Truchas Chapter of Trout Unlimited is having their annual Christmas Party on Friday December 8th at the Cow Girl Hall of Fame in Santa Fe. The party runs from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. There will be a featured speaker, Rebecca Oertel, staff biologist from the Valles Caldera National Preserve. Rebecca will be giving a presentation on the Las Conchas Fire and post-fire environments on the VCNP.

Announcements for the Week of November 7, 2011

2011-11-09T14:29:00.000-07:00

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The fall season at Pecos National Historical Park ended Monday November 7th. Put this place on your list for next year. Typically the spring season starts in mid-May. See Pecos NHP website for details at http://www.nps.gov/peco/planyourvisit/fishing.htm.

The $300,000 fish habitat improvement project on the San Juan River below Navajo Dam that was scheduled to begin Oct. 10 actually started Monday the 31st. The project is designed to enhance fishing opportunities in two ways: by reducing silt deposits from flash-flood events, and by creating deeper pools for fish during periods of low flow from Navajo Dam. The project will include sediment removal and control at the mouth of Rex Smith Wash. Also there will be some habitat improvement work in “The Braids,” a section of the river above Texas Hole and the Kiddie Hole where water levels drop to very low levels during times of low flow from the dam. It will include digging holes in the sandstone riverbed to create deeper pools for trout. Work in “The Braids,” however, will require the area to be closed to fishing for about 30 days in November and early December. You can get more information at http://www.fishthesanjuan.com/phpBB2/.

Announcements for the Week of October 31, 2011

2011-11-02T10:54:00.000-06:00

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The fall season at Pecos National Historical Park ends Monday November 7th. For reservations, call the fishing phone line at 505-757-7272, and hope for a cancellation. You can try to get on the walk-on beat. Be at the gate early to get in line. See Pecos NHP website for details at http://www.nps.gov/peco/planyourvisit/fishing.htm.

The $300,000 fish habitat improvement project on the San Juan River below Navajo Dam that was scheduled to begin Oct. 10 actually started Monday the 31st. The project is designed to enhance fishing opportunities in two ways: by reducing silt deposits from flash-flood events, and by creating deeper pools for fish during periods of low flow from Navajo Dam. The project will include sediment removal and control at the mouth of Rex Smith Wash. Also there will be some habitat improvement work in “The Braids,” a section of the river above Texas Hole and the Kiddie Hole where water levels drop to very low levels during times of low flow from the dam. It will include digging holes in the sandstone riverbed to create deeper pools for trout. Work in “The Braids,” however, will require the area to be closed to fishing for about 30 days in November and early December. You can get more information at http://www.fishthesanjuan.com/phpBB2/.

Announcements for the Week of October 24, 2011

2011-10-25T15:31:00.000-06:00

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The Save Bristol Bay Road Show come to Santa Fe! Please join us for food, drinks, and a screening of "Red Gold" on Tuesday October 25th, as you learn more about the fight to save Bristol Bay. The event starts at 7 pm. at the Center for Contemporary Artrs Cinamateque at 1050 Old Pecos Trail. Please support efforts to stop the mining threats to the greatest salmon fishery on Earth. See SaveBristoBay.org or RedGoldFilm.com for more information.

The fall season at Pecos National Historical Park runs through November 7th. For reservations, call the fishing phone line at 505-757-7272 or, even better, email peco_visitor_information AT nps dot gov and put "fishing reservations" in the subject line. Please mention the day or days you seek, how many people will be fishing, and your phone number. If you don't mind providing your address as well, we can prepare the permit in advance. River access for fishing is Thursday-Monday; please note there is no access on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

A $300,000 fish habitat improvement project is scheduled to begin Oct. 10 on the trophy trout waters of the San Juan River below Navajo Dam. The project is designed to enhance fishing opportunities in two ways: by reducing silt deposits from flash-flood events, and by creating deeper pools for fish during periods of low flow from Navajo Dam. The estimated completion date is Jan. 8. “We’re excited that we can respond to anglers’ requests and move forward with this project that will make the world-class fishing on the San Juan River even better,” said Jim McClintic, chairman of the State Game Commission. The project will include: sediment removal and control at the mouth of Rex Smith Wash. Flash-flood events carry silt into the river at that point, damaging trout habitat there and downstream. The project will include building a sediment retention pond that will slow the water flow during floods, catch sediment and redirect clean water back into the river. Habitat improvement work in “The Braids,” a section of the river above Texas Hole and the Kiddie Hole where water levels drop to very low levels during times of low flow from the dam. It will include digging holes in the sandstone riverbed to create deeper pools for trout. Structure such as large cottonwood trunks, big rocks and faux beaver dams will be strategically placed to redirect flows into the new pools. Work in “The Braids,” however, will require the area to be closed to fishing for about 30 days in November and early December. State funding will pay for most of the project, with some additional federal funds. The project was approved by the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, which controls the river operations; the State Parks Division, and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.

This is the time of year that many of our manufacturers announce discontinuations of some of their products. We have rods, sunglasses, clothing, and flies marked down. E-mail us, call, or come by and see what we've got on sale!

Announcements for the Week of October 17, 2011

2011-10-16T10:39:00.000-06:00

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The Save Bristol Bay Road Show come to Santa Fe! Please join us for food, drinks, and a screening of "Red Gold" as you learn more about the fight to save Bristol Bay. The event starts at 7 pm. at the Center for Contemporary Artrs Cinamateque at 1050 Old Pecos Trail. Please support efforts to stop the mining threats to the greatest salmon fishery on Earth. See SaveBristoBay.org or RedGoldFilm.com for more information.

The fall season at Pecos National Historical Park runs through November 7th. For reservations, call the fishing phone line at 505-757-7272 or, even better, email peco_visitor_information AT nps dot gov and put "fishing reservations" in the subject line. Please mention the day or days you seek, how many people will be fishing, and your phone number. If you don't mind providing your address as well, we can prepare the permit in advance. River access for fishing is Thursday-Monday; please note there is no access on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

A $300,000 fish habitat improvement project is scheduled to begin Oct. 10 on the trophy trout waters of the San Juan River below Navajo Dam. The project is designed to enhance fishing opportunities in two ways: by reducing silt deposits from flash-flood events, and by creating deeper pools for fish during periods of low flow from Navajo Dam. The estimated completion date is Jan. 8. “We’re excited that we can respond to anglers’ requests and move forward with this project that will make the world-class fishing on the San Juan River even better,” said Jim McClintic, chairman of the State Game Commission. The project will include: sediment removal and control at the mouth of Rex Smith Wash. Flash-flood events carry silt into the river at that point, damaging trout habitat there and downstream. The project will include building a sediment retention pond that will slow the water flow during floods, catch sediment and redirect clean water back into the river. Habitat improvement work in “The Braids,” a section of the river above Texas Hole and the Kiddie Hole where water levels drop to very low levels during times of low flow from the dam. It will include digging holes in the sandstone riverbed to create deeper pools for trout. Structure such as large cottonwood trunks, big rocks and faux beaver dams will be strategically placed to redirect flows into the new pools. Work in “The Braids,” however, will require the area to be closed to fishing for about 30 days in November and early December. State funding will pay for most of the project, with some additional federal funds. The project was approved by the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, which controls the river operations; the State Parks Division, and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.

This is the time of year that many of our manufacturers announce discontinuations of some of their products. We have rods, sunglasses, clothing, and flies marked down. E-mail us, call, or come by and see what we've got on sale!

Announcements for the Week of October 11, 2011

2011-10-11T10:28:00.002-06:00

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This is the time of year that many of our manufacturers announce discontinuations of some of their products. We have rods, sunglasses, clothing, and flies marked down. E-mail us, call, or come by and see what we've got on sale!

The fall season at Pecos National Historical Park runs through November 7th. For reservations, call the fishing phone line at 505-757-7272 or, even better, email peco_visitor_information AT nps dot gov and put "fishing reservations" in the subject line. Please mention the day or days you seek, how many people will be fishing, and your phone number. If you don't mind providing your address as well, we can prepare the permit in advance. River access for fishing is Thursday-Monday; please note there is no access on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

The last day to fish the Valles Caldera was Saturday October 8th. The fishing program will reume next spring. I will post the date when they will accept reservations when it is announced.

A $300,000 fish habitat improvement project is scheduled to begin Oct. 10 on the trophy trout waters of the San Juan River below Navajo Dam. The project is designed to enhance fishing opportunities in two ways: by reducing silt deposits from flash-flood events, and by creating deeper pools for fish during periods of low flow from Navajo Dam. The estimated completion date is Jan. 8. “We’re excited that we can respond to anglers’ requests and move forward with this project that will make the world-class fishing on the San Juan River even better,” said Jim McClintic, chairman of the State Game Commission. The project will include: sediment removal and control at the mouth of Rex Smith Wash. Flash-flood events carry silt into the river at that point, damaging trout habitat there and downstream. The project will include building a sediment retention pond that will slow the water flow during floods, catch sediment and redirect clean water back into the river. Habitat improvement work in “The Braids,” a section of the river above Texas Hole and the Kiddie Hole where water levels drop to very low levels during times of low flow from the dam. It will include digging holes in the sandstone riverbed to create deeper pools for trout. Structure such as large cottonwood trunks, big rocks and faux beaver dams will be strategically placed to redirect flows into the new pools. Work in “The Braids,” however, will require the area to be closed to fishing for about 30 days in November and early December. State funding will pay for most of the project, with some additional federal funds. The project was approved by the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, which controls the river operations; the State Parks Division, and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.

Announcements for the Week of September 19, 2011

2011-09-22T17:35:00.002-06:00

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of September 12, 2011

2011-08-27T13:09:00.002-06:00

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of August 22, 2011

2011-08-21T16:00:00.001-06:00

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Long time High Desert Angler guide Norman Maktima is off to Italy this week to compete internationally as a member of Fly Fishing Team USA. This is the fourth time Norman has made the team. His fly tying and fishing skills are world class and we are very proud to have him on our staff. We wish him and the rest of Team USA the very best of luck.

This is the time of year that many of our manufacturers announce discontinuations of some of their products. We have rods, sunglasses, clothing, and flies marked down. E-mail us, call, or come by and see what we've got on sale!

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of August 8, 2011

2011-08-12T10:03:00.000-06:00

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All fire closures for Northern New Mexico affecting your ability to fish have been lifted!!! Our summer rains have made the streams nice and cool and the fish are happy, so come on out and play!!!

This is the time of year that many of our manufacturers announce discontinuations of some of their products. We have rods, sunglasses, clothing, and flies marked down. E-mail us, call, or come by and see what we've got on sale!

Fire Closures Have Been Lifted, Fire Restrictions Remain in Place

2011-08-05T13:28:00.002-06:00

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All fire closures affecting your ability to fish have been lifted!!! Our summer rains have made the streams nice and cool and the fish are happy, so come on out and play!!!

All public accesses within the Pecos Canyon are open as of Saturday July 30th. These recreation sites include: Bert Clancey, Terrero, Jamie Koch, Mora River and Monastery Lake. Other Game and Fish properties that have reopened include the Rio de Los Pinos Fishing Area, the Red River Hatchery, Rio Chama Wildlife Area (access to the Chama River off of NM Highway 112), Cimarron Canyon State Park.

The Las Conchas Fire area will be off limits and Paliza and Jemez Falls Campgrounds also will remain closed for fire suppression activities. The Valles Caldera National Preserve is open but with limied access. The visitor center is open and the Valles Caldera will resume normal summer activities excluding those which normally occur in the burned areas. The Rio San Antonio fishing program on the Preserve is suspended for the remainder of this year. They will resume the fishing progam on the East Fork starting August 17th and it runs through October 9th. Please call the Valles Caldera or visit their website at www.vallescaldera.gov for more information.

Effective July 22nd, the Carson National Forest has reopened the forest that had been closed under stage III fire restrcitions. Please see the Carson National Forest website at http://www.fs.fed.us/r3/carson/for the details of Stage II. The Camino Real Ranger District has reopened. The Camino Real district includes Rio Chiquito, Rito de la Olla, Rio Grande del Rancho, Rio del Pueblo, and the Rio Santa Barbara and north end of the Pecos Wilderness. The other open waters are the Red River, Cabresto Lake, Hopewell Lake, the Rio Hondo, and the Valle Vidal.

As of this writing, some New Mexico State Parks will reopen. Hyde Memorial, Fenton Lake, Morphy Lake, Coyote Creek, and Cimarron Canyon State Parks are now open under stage II fire restrictions.

Cochiti Lake is also closed. US Army Corps of Engineers facilities at Cochiti Lake will remain closed through August 17th. The water quality at the lake was cited as one of the factors in keeping the lake closed. There has been a lot of ash runoff from the areas affected by the Las Conchas Fire entering the Rio Grande and into the lake. It is also being used as a water source to mop up the Las Conchas Fire and the campgrounds at the lake are being used to house the firefighters.

Currently, the BLM areas like Orilla Verde, Rio Grande Wild and Scenic Rivers, and Santa Cruz Lake are open have lifted all fire restrictions. Eagle's Nest Lake, Abiquiu Lake, El Vado Lake, Heron Lake, Navajo Lake, the San Juan River, and Jicarilla Nation Lakes are open.

Fire Closures Have Been Lifted, Fire Restrictions Remain in Place

2011-08-01T18:12:00.000-06:00

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Fire closures affecting the Pecos River and it's tribs within the Santa Fe National Forest have been lifted today, Saturday June 30th!!! The fishing program at Pecos National Historical Park is still suspended until further notice. Please see their website for the details at http://www.nps.gov/peco/index.htm and click on "2011 Fishing Program". Last week, the Carson National Forest opened up their forest Stage I fire restrictions. Please see the rest of our announcements page below for a list of what's closed and what is open.

All public accesses within the Pecos Canyon are open as of Saturday July 30th. These recreation sites include: Bert Clancey, Terrero, Jamie Koch, Mora River and Monastery Lake. Other Game and Fish properties that have reopened include the Rio de Los Pinos Fishing Area, the Red River Hatchery, Rio Chama Wildlife Area (access to the Chama River off of NM Highway 112), Cimarron Canyon State Park.

The Valles Caldera National Preserve has implemented Stage I Fire Restrictions. The visitor center is open and the Valles Caldera will resume normal summer activities excluding those which normally occur in the burned areas. The Las Conchas Fire area will remain in Stage III Fire Closures. The fishing programs on the Preserve remain suspended until further notice. Please call the Valles Caldera or visit their website at www.vallescaldera.gov for more information. The remainder of the Jemez Ranger District is open under stage I restrictions. Paliza Campground and Jemez Falls Campground will remain closed for fire suppression activities.

Effective July 22nd, the Carson National Forest has reopened the forest that had been closed under stage III fire restrcitions. Please see the Carson National Forest website at http://www.fs.fed.us/r3/carson/for the details of Stage II. The Camino Real Ranger District has reopened. The Camino Real district includes Rio Chiquito, Rito de la Olla, Rio Grande del Rancho, Rio del Pueblo, and the Rio Santa Barbara and north end of the Pecos Wilderness. The other open waters are the Red River, Cabresto Lake, Hopewell Lake, the Rio Hondo, and the Valle Vidal.

As of this writing, some New Mexico State Parks will reopen. Hyde Memorial, Fenton Lake, Morphy Lake, Coyote Creek, and Cimarron Canyon State Parks are now open under stage II fire restrictions.

Cochiti Lake is also closed. US Army Corps of Engineers facilities at Cochiti Lake will remain closed through August 17th. The water quality at the lake was cited as one of the factors in keeping the lake closed. There has been a lot of ash runoff from the areas affected by the Las Conchas Fire entering the Rio Grande and into the lake. It is also being used as a water source to mop up the Las Conchas Fire and the campgrounds at the lake are being used to house the firefighters.

Currently, the BLM areas like Orilla Verde, Rio Grande Wild and Scenic Rivers, and Santa Cruz Lake are open have lifted all fire restrictions. Eagle's Nest Lake, Abiquiu Lake, El Vado Lake, Heron Lake, Navajo Lake, the San Juan River, and Jicarilla Nation Lakes are open.

Fire Closures Have Been Lifted, Fire Restrictions Remain in Place

2011-07-30T18:45:00.000-06:00

Fire Closures and other Fire Restrictions as of Friday July 29, 2011

2011-07-29T15:23:00.000-06:00

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Fire closures affecting the Pecos River and it's tribs within the Santa Fe National Forest will be lifted at 8:00 am on Saturday June 30th!!! The fishing program at Pecos National Historical Park is still suspended until further notice. Please see their website for the details at http://www.nps.gov/peco/index.htm and click on "2011 Fishing Program". The Pacheco Fire area will remain closed for public safety. Last week, the Carson National Forest opened up some of their Ranger Districts under Stage II fire restrictions. I will be in contact with forest service officials to find out if there will be other areas where the closures will be lifted. I will post that information as soon as it becomes available. Please see the rest of our announcements page below for a list of what's closed and what is open. Remember there are other places to fish. Plan a little bit and venture someplace new. The Valle Vidal is open. The Wheeler Peak area near Taos Ski Valley is a great place to backpack. Cooper's Ranch below El Vado dam is open to camping and fishing. So, be willing to try something different, you might just be glad you did!

New Mexico Department of Game and Fish properties/recreation sites within Pecos Canyon will reopen on Friday July 29th. Be aware that the surrounding national forest lands won't reopen until Saturday! These recreation sites include: Bert Clancey, Terrero, Jamie Koch, Mora River and Monastery Lake. Other Game and Fish properties that have reopened include the Rio de Los Pinos Fishing Area, the Red River Hatchery, Rio Chama Wildlife Area (access to the Chama River off of NM Highway 112), Cimarron Canyon State Park.

The Valles Caldera National Preserve has implemented Stage I Fire Restrictions. The visitor center is open and the Valles Caldera will resume normal summer activities excluding those which normally occur in the burned areas. The Las Conchas Fire area will remain in Stage III Fire Closures. The fishing programs on the Preserve remain suspended until further notice. Please call the Valles Caldera or visit their website at www.vallescaldera.gov for more information. The remainder of the Jemez Ranger District is open under stage I restrictions. Paliza Campground and Jemez Falls Campground will remain closed for fire suppression activities.

Effective July 22nd, the Carson National Forest has reopened the forest that had been closed under stage III fire restrcitions. Please see the Carson National Forest website at http://www.fs.fed.us/r3/carson/for the details of Stage II. The Camino Real Ranger District has reopened. The Camino Real district includes Rio Chiquito, Rito de la Olla, Rio Grande del Rancho, Rio del Pueblo, and the Rio Santa Barbara and north end of the Pecos Wilderness. The other open waters are the Red River, Cabresto Lake, Hopewell Lake, the Rio Hondo, and the Valle Vidal.

As of this writing, some New Mexico State Parks will reopen. Hyde Memorial, Fenton Lake, Morphy Lake, Coyote Creek, and Cimarron Canyon State Parks are now open under stage II fire restrictions.

Cochiti Lake is also closed. US Army Corps of Engineers facilities at Cochiti Lake will remain closed through August 16th. The water quality at the lake was cited as one of the factors in keeping the lake closed. There has been a lot of ash runoff from the areas affected by the Las Conchas Fire entering the Rio Grande and into the lake. It is also being used as a water source to mop up the Las Conchas Fire and the campgrounds at the lake are being used to house the firefighters.

Currently, the BLM areas like Orilla Verde, Rio Grande Wild and Scenic Rivers, and Santa Cruz Lake are open have lifted all fire restrictions. Eagle's Nest Lake, Abiquiu Lake, El Vado Lake, Heron Lake, Navajo Lake, the San Juan River, and Jicarilla Nation Lakes are open.

Fire Closures and other Fire Restrictions as of Thursday July 28, 2011

2011-07-28T15:36:00.002-06:00

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Fire closures affecting the Pecos River and it's tribs within the Santa Fe National Forest will be lifted at 8:00 am on Saturday June 30th!!! The fishing program at Pecos National Historical Park is still suspended until further notice. Please see their website for the details at http://www.nps.gov/peco/index.htm and click on "2011 Fishing Program". The Pacheco Fire area will remain closed for public safety. Last week, the Carson National Forest opened up some of their Ranger Districts under Stage II fire restrictions. I will be in contact with forest service officials to find out if there will be other areas where the closures will be lifted. I will post that information as soon as it becomes available. Please see the rest of our announcements page below for a list of what's closed and what is open. Remember there are other places to fish. Plan a little bit and venture someplace new. The Valle Vidal is open. The Wheeler Peak area near Taos Ski Valley is a great place to backpack. Cooper's Ranch below El Vado dam is open to camping and fishing. So, be willing to try something different, you might just be glad you did!

New Mexico Department of Game and Fish properties/recreation sites within Pecos Canyon will reopen on Friday July 29th. Be aware that the surrounding national forest lands won't reopen until Saturday! These recreation sites include: Bert Clancey, Terrero, Jamie Koch, Mora River and Monastery Lake. Other Game and Fish properties scheduled to reopen tomorrow include the Rio de Los Pinos Fishing Area, the Red River Hatchery, Rio Chama Wildlife Area (access to the Chama River off of NM Highway 112), Cimarron Canyon State Park.

The Valles Caldera National Preserve has implemented Stage I Fire Restrictions. The visitor center is open and the Valles Caldera will resume normal summer activities excluding those which normally occur in the burned areas. The Las Conchas Fire area will remain in Stage III Fire Closures. The fishing programs on the Preserve remain suspended until further notice. Please call the Valles Caldera or visit their website at www.vallescaldera.gov for more information. The remainder of the Jemez Ranger District is open under stage I restrictions. Paliza Campground and Jemez Falls Campground will remain closed for fire suppression activities.

Effective July 22nd, the Carson National Forest has reopened the forest that had been closed under sstage III fire restrcitions. Please see the Carson National Forest website at http://www.fs.fed.us/r3/carson/for the details of Stage II. The Camino Real Ranger District has reopened. The Camino Real district includes Rio Chiquito, Rito de la Olla, Rio Grande del Rancho, Rio del Pueblo, and the Rio Santa Barbara and north end of the Pecos Wilderness. The other open waters are the Red River, Cabresto Lake, Hopewell Lake, the Rio Hondo, and the Valle Vidal.

As of this writing, some New Mexico State Parks will reopen. Hyde Memorial, Fenton Lake, Morphy Lake, Coyote Creek, and Cimarron Canyon State Parks are now open under stage II fire restrictions.

Cochiti Lake is also closed. US Army Corps of Engineers facilities at Cochiti Lake will remain closed through August 16th. The water quality at the lake was cited as one of the factors in keeping the lake closed. There has been a lot of ash runoff from the areas affected by the Las Conchas Fire entering the Rio Grande and into the lake. It is also being used as a water source to mop up the Las Conchas Fire and the campgrounds at the lake are being used to house the firefighters.

Currently, the BLM areas like Orilla Verde, Rio Grande Wild and Scenic Rivers, and Santa Cruz Lake are open have lifted all fire restrictions. Eagle's Nest Lake, Abiquiu Lake, El Vado Lake, Heron Lake, Navajo Lake, the San Juan River, and Jicarilla Nation Lakes are open.

Fire Closures and other Fire Restrictions as of Friday July 22, 2011

2011-07-22T14:55:00.001-06:00

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Some good news. The Carson National Forest has opened up some of their Ranger Districts under Stage II fire restrictions. See the details below. As far as the Santa Fe National Forest goes, the rainfall we've had over the last two weeks has been too sporadic to affect fuel mosture levels for the forests to reopen. It will take more consistent and steady rains to mitigate our current fire danger of extreme. I will be in contact with forest service officials next week to find out when the closures might be lifted. I will post that information as soon as it becomes available. Please see the rest of our announcements page below for a list of what's closed and what is open. There are places to fish. Plan a little bit and venture someplace new. The Valle Vidal is open. The Wheeler Peak area near Taos Ski Valley is a great place to backpack. Cooper's Ranch below El Vado dam is open to camping and fishing. So, be willing to try something different, you might just be glad you did!

Due to extreme fire conditions, Santa Fe National Forest and Valles Caldera National Preserve has closed the majority of the Forest and Preserve to all public access on Thursday, June 30, 2011. In addition, New Mexico Department of Game and Fish properties/recreation sites within Pecos Canyon are closed. These recreation sites include: Bert Clancey, Terrero, Jamie Koch, Mora River and Monastery Lake. Forest Service Law Enforcement and staff will be patrolling forest roads and trails. Signs will be placed along highways and flyers will be posted throughout communities to remind the public that the Forest and Preserve are closed. The Pecos National Historical Park is also closed to fishing. Please see their website for the details at http://www.nps.gov/peco/index.htm and click on "2011 Fishing Program". All campgrounds, day use picnic areas, and trails within the Jemez Ranger District, Espanola Ranger District, Pecos/Las Vegas Ranger District, Cuba Ranger District and the Valles Caldera National Preserve are closed. This include popular hilking trails around Santa Fe like Atalaya, Chamisa, and Winsor Trails, and also includes open space trails like Dorothy Stewart and Dale Ball trails. Property owners and their guests will continue to have access to private lands within the Forest. The Forest and Preserve will reopen to the public when sufficient precipitation is received to adequately reduce extremely dry conditions and reduce the risk of wildfire to a manageable level.

Effective at 12:00 p.m., today, July 22, 2011, the Carson National Forest will enter into Stage 2 Fire Restrictions and open some parts of the forest that had been closed. These restrictions will remain in effect until further notice. Please see the Carson National Forest website at http://www.fs.fed.us/r3/carson/for the details of Stage II. The Camino Real Ranger District will remain closed under Stage III restricions. The Camino Real district includes Rio Chiquito, Rito de la Olla, Rio Grande del Rancho, Rio del Pueblo, and the Rio Santa Barbara and north end of the Pecos Wilderness. The open waters are the Red River, Cabresto Lake, Hopewell Lake, the Rio Hondo, and the Valle Vidal.

New Mexico State Parks has closed Hyde Memorial, Fenton Lake, Morphy Lake, Coyote Creek, and Cimarron Canyon State Parks due to extreme fire danger until further notice.

Cochiti Lake is also closed. US Army Corps of Engineers facilities at Cochiti Lake are closed through July 27th. It is being used as a water source to fight the Las Conchas Fire and the campgrounds at the lake are being used to house the firefighters.

Currently, the BLM areas like Orilla Verde, Rio Grande Wild and Scenic Rivers, and Santa Cruz Lake are open and are in Stage 1 fire restrictions. Eagle's Nest Lake, Abiquiu Lake, El Vado Lake, Heron Lake, Navajo Lake, the San Juan River, and Jicarilla Nation Lakes are open.

Fire Closures and other Fire Restrictions as of Wednesday July 20, 2011

2011-07-20T09:11:00.000-06:00

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The rainfall we've had over the last two weeks has been too sporadic to affect fuel mosture levels for the forests to reopen. It will take more consistent and steady rains to mitigate our current fire danger of extreme. I am in contact with forest service officials nearly every day to find out when the closures might be lifted. I will post that information as soon as it becomes available. Please see our announcements page for a list of what's closed and what is open. There are places to fish. Plan a little bit and venture someplace new. The Pagosa area is hot right now. The Conejos high country is a great place to backpack. Cooper's Ranch below El Vado dam is open to camping and fishing. So, be willing to try something different, you might just be glad you did!

Due to extreme fire conditions, Santa Fe National Forest and Valles Caldera National Preserve has closed the majority of the Forest and Preserve to all public access on Thursday, June 30, 2011. In addition, New Mexico Department of Game and Fish properties/recreation sites within Pecos Canyon are closed. These recreation sites include: Bert Clancey, Terrero, Jamie Koch, Mora River and Monastery Lake. Forest Service Law Enforcement and staff will be patrolling forest roads and trails. Signs will be placed along highways and flyers will be posted throughout communities to remind the public that the Forest and Preserve are closed. The Pecos National Historical Park is also closed to fishing. Please see their website for the details at http://www.nps.gov/peco/index.htm and click on "2011 Fishing Program". All campgrounds, day use picnic areas, and trails within the Jemez Ranger District, Espanola Ranger District, Pecos/Las Vegas Ranger District, Cuba Ranger District and the Valles Caldera National Preserve are closed. This include popular hilking trails around Santa Fe like Atalaya, Chamisa, and Winsor Trails, and also includes open space trails like Dorothy Stewart and Dale Ball trails. Property owners and their guests will continue to have access to private lands within the Forest. The Forest and Preserve will reopen to the public when sufficient precipitation is received to adequately reduce extremely dry conditions and reduce the risk of wildfire to a manageable level.

Extremely high fire danger has prompted the Carson National Forest to implement Stage 3 Fire Restrictions and close most of the forest effective June 30, 2011. Stage 3 fire restrictions mean that the forest is off limits to all activities, including fishing, hiking, biking,and horseback riding. This includes the Rio Costilla within the Valle Vidal unit of the Questa Ranger District, as well as the lower portion in the RCCLA Park is closed. Besides the Rio Costilla Park, the RCCLA has also closed Latir Creek and Latir Lakes until further notice. Please contact the office for more information at 575-586-0542. Popular fishing spots such as the Rio Santa Barbara, the Rio del Pueblo, the Red River, Hopewell Lake, and Cabresto Lake are all under this closure.

New Mexico State Parks has closed Hyde Memorial, Fenton Lake, Morphy Lake, Coyote Creek, and Cimarron Canyon State Parks due to extreme fire danger until further notice.

Cochiti Lake is also closed. US Army Corps of Engineers facilities at Cochiti Lake are closed through July 29th. It is being used as a water source to fight the Las Conchas Fire and the campgrounds at the lake are being used to house the firefighters.

Currently, the BLM areas like Orilla Verde, Rio Grande Wild and Scenic Rivers, and Santa Cruz Lake are open and are in Stage 1 fire restrictions. Eagle's Nest Lake, Abiquiu Lake, El Vado Lake, Heron Lake, Navajo Lake, the San Juan River, and Jicarilla Nation Lakes are open.

Fire Closures and other Fire Restrictions as of Monday July 11, 2011

2011-07-16T12:09:00.000-06:00

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The rainfall we've had over the last two weeks has been too sporadic to affect fuel mosture levels for the forests to reopen. It will take more consistent and steady rains to mitigate our current fire danger of extreme. I am in contact with forest service officials nearly every day to find out when the closures might be lifted. I will post that information as soon as it becomes available. Please see our announcements page for a list of what's closed and what is open. There are places to fish. Plan a little bit and venture someplace new. The Pagosa area is hot right now. The Conejos high country is a great place to backpack. Cooper's Ranch below El Vado dam is open to camping and fishing. So, be willing to try something different, you might just be glad you did!

Due to extreme fire conditions, Santa Fe National Forest and Valles Caldera National Preserve has closed the majority of the Forest and Preserve to all public access starting Thursday, June 30, 2011. In addition, New Mexico Department of Game and Fish properties/recreation sites within Pecos Canyon are closed. These recreation sites include: Bert Clancey, Terrero, Jamie Koch, Mora River and Monastery Lake. Forest Service Law Enforcement and staff will be patrolling forest roads and trails. Signs will be placed along highways and flyers will be posted throughout communities to remind the public that the Forest and Preserve are closed. The Pecos National Historical Park is also closed to fishing. Please see their website for the details at http://www.nps.gov/peco/index.htm and click on "2011 Fishing Program". All campgrounds, day use picnic areas, and trails within the Jemez Ranger District, Espanola Ranger District, Pecos/Las Vegas Ranger District, Cuba Ranger District and the Valles Caldera National Preserve are closed. This include popular hilking trails around Santa Fe like Atalaya, Chamisa, and Winsor Trails, and also includes open space trails like Dorothy Stewart and Dale Ball trails. Property owners and their guests will continue to have access to private lands within the Forest. The Forest and Preserve will reopen to the public when sufficient precipitation is received to adequately reduce extremely dry conditions and reduce the risk of wildfire to a manageable level.

Extremely high fire danger has prompted the Carson National Forest to implement Stage 3 Fire Restrictions and close most of the forest effective June 30, 2011. Stage 3 fire restrictions mean that the forest is off limits to all activities, including fishing, hiking, biking,and horseback riding. This includes the Rio Costilla within the Valle Vidal unit of the Questa Ranger District, as well as the lower portion in the RCCLA Park is closed. Besides the Rio Costilla Park, the RCCLA has also closed Latir Creek and Latir Lakes until further notice. Please contact the office for more information at 575-586-0542. Popular fishing spots such as the Rio Santa Barbara, the Rio del Pueblo, the Red River, Hopewell Lake, and Cabresto Lake are all under this closure.

New Mexico State Parks has closed Hyde Memorial, Fenton Lake, Morphy Lake, Coyote Creek, and Cimarron Canyon State Parks due to extreme fire danger until further notice.

Cochiti Lake is also closed. US Army Corps of Engineers facilities at Cochiti Lake are closed through July 27th. It is being used as a water source to fight the Las Conchas Fire and the campgrounds at the lake are being used to house the firefighters.

Currently, the BLM areas like Orilla Verde, Rio Grande Wild and Scenic Rivers, and Santa Cruz Lake are open and are in Stage 1 fire restrictions. Eagle's Nest Lake, Abiquiu Lake, El Vado Lake, Heron Lake, Navajo Lake, the San Juan River, and Jicarilla Nation Lakes are open.

Fire Closures and other Fire Restrictions as of Monday July 11, 2011

2011-07-13T09:50:00.003-06:00

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Even though we've seen the clouds build over the mountains every afternoon, there just hasn't been enough rain and widespread enough at that to lift the forest closures due to extreme fire danger. I will post that information as soon as it becomes available. Please see our announcements page for a list of what's closed and what is open. Just think outside of the box and be willing to try something different. Don't dismay if your usual go to fishing can't happen. You might just be delighted you went someplace else!

Due to extreme fire conditions, Santa Fe National Forest and Valles Caldera National Preserve has closed the majority of the Forest and Preserve to all public access starting Thursday, June 30, 2011. In addition, New Mexico Department of Game and Fish properties/recreation sites within Pecos Canyon are closed. These recreation sites include: Bert Clancey, Terrero, Jamie Koch, Mora River and Monastery Lake. Forest Service Law Enforcement and staff will be patrolling forest roads and trails. Signs will be placed along highways and flyers will be posted throughout communities to remind the public that the Forest and Preserve are closed. The Pecos National Historical Park is also closed to fishing. Please see their website for the details at http://www.nps.gov/peco/index.htm and click on "2011 Fishing Program". All campgrounds, day use picnic areas, and trails within the Jemez Ranger District, Espanola Ranger District, Pecos/Las Vegas Ranger District, Cuba Ranger District and the Valles Caldera National Preserve are closed. This include popular hilking trails around Santa Fe like Atalaya, Chamisa, and Winsor Trails, and also includes open space trails like Dorothy Stewart and Dale Ball trails. Property owners and their guests will continue to have access to private lands within the Forest. The Forest and Preserve will reopen to the public when sufficient precipitation is received to adequately reduce extremely dry conditions and reduce the risk of wildfire to a manageable level.

Extremely high fire danger has prompted the Carson National Forest to implement Stage 3 Fire Restrictions and close most of the forest effective June 30, 2011. Stage 3 fire restrictions mean that the forest is off limits to all activities, including fishing, hiking, biking,and horseback riding. This includes the Rio Costilla within the Valle Vidal unit of the Questa Ranger District, as well as the lower portion in the RCCLA Park is closed. Besides the Rio Costilla Park, the RCCLA has also closed Latir Creek and Latir Lakes until further notice. Please contact the office for more information at 575-586-0542. Popular fishing spots such as the Rio Santa Barbara, the Rio del Pueblo, the Red River, Hopewell Lake, and Cabresto Lake are all under this closure.

New Mexico State Parks has closed Hyde Memorial, Fenton Lake, Morphy Lake, Coyote Creek, and Cimarron Canyon State Parks due to extreme fire danger until further notice.

Cochiti Lake is also closed. US Army Corps of Engineers facilities at Cochiti Lake are closed through July 19. It is being used as a water source to fight the Las Conchas Fire and the campgrounds at the lake are being used to house the firefighters.

Currently, the BLM areas like Orilla Verde, Rio Grande Wild and Scenic Rivers, and Santa Cruz Lake are open and are in Stage 1 fire restrictions. Eagle's Nest Lake, Abiquiu Lake, El Vado Lake, Heron Lake, Navajo Lake, the San Juan River, and Jicarilla Nation Lakes are open.

Fire Closures and other Fire Restrictions as of Monday July 11, 2011

2011-07-04T11:54:00.003-06:00

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Due to extreme fire conditions, Santa Fe National Forest and Valles Caldera National Preserve has closed the majority of the Forest and Preserve to all public access starting Thursday, June 30, 2011. In addition, New Mexico Department of Game and Fish properties/recreation sites within Pecos Canyon are closed. These recreation sites include: Bert Clancey, Terrero, Jamie Koch, Mora River and Monastery Lake. Forest Service Law Enforcement and staff will be patrolling forest roads and trails. Signs will be placed along highways and flyers will be posted throughout communities to remind the public that the Forest and Preserve are closed. The Pecos National Historical Park is also closed to fishing. Please see their website for the details at http://www.nps.gov/peco/index.htm and click on "2011 Fishing Program". All campgrounds, day use picnic areas, and trails within the Jemez Ranger District, Espanola Ranger District, Pecos/Las Vegas Ranger District, Cuba Ranger District and the Valles Caldera National Preserve are closed. This include popular hilking trails around Santa Fe like Atalaya, Chamisa, and Winsor Trails, and also includes open space trails like Dorothy Stewart and Dale Ball trails. Property owners and their guests will continue to have access to private lands within the Forest. The Forest and Preserve will reopen to the public when sufficient precipitation is received to adequately reduce extremely dry conditions and reduce the risk of wildfire to a manageable level.

Extremely high fire danger and irratic fire behavior as indicated by the Las Conchas Fire has prompted the Carson National Forest to implement Stage 3 Fire Restrictions effective at 6:00 a.m., Thursday, June 30, 2011. Stage 3 fire restrictions mean that the forest is off limits to all activities, including fishing, hiking, biking,and horseback riding. This includes the Rio Costilla within the Valle Vidal unit of the Questa Ranger District, as well as the lower portion in the RCCLA Park is closed. Besides the Rio Costilla Park, the RCCLA has also closed Latir Creek and Latir Lakes until further notice. Please contact the office for more information at 575-586-0542. Popular fishing spots such as the Rio Santa Barbara, the Rio del Pueblo, the Red River, Hopewell Lake, and Cabresto Lake are all under this closure.

New Mexico State Parks has closed Hyde Memorial, Fenton Lake, Morphy Lake, Coyote Creek, and Cimarron Canyon State Parks due to extreme fire danger until further notice.

Cochiti Lake is also closed. It is being used as a water source to fight the Las Conchas Fire and the campgrounds at the lake are being used to house the firefighters.

Currently, the BLM areas like Orilla Verde, Rio Grande Wild and Scenic Rivers, and Santa Cruz Lake are open and are in Stage 1 fire restrictions. Eagle's Nest Lake, Abiquiu Lake, El Vado Lake, Heron Lake, Navajo Lake, the San Juan River, and Jicarilla Nation Lakes are open.

Fire Closures and other Fire Restrictions as of Saturday July 2, 2011

2011-07-02T10:00:00.004-06:00

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Due to extreme fire conditions, Santa Fe National Forest and Valles Caldera National Preserve will close the majority of the Forest and Preserve to all public access starting Thursday, June 30, 2011. In addition, New Mexico Department of Game and Fish properties/recreation sites within Pecos Canyon will be closed. These recreation sites include: Bert Clancey, Terrero, Jamie Koch, Mora River and Monastery Lake. Forest Service Law Enforcement and staff will be patrolling forest roads and trails. Signs will be placed along highways and flyers will be posted throughout communities to remind the public that the Forest and Preserve are closed. The Pecos National Historical Park is also closed to fishing. They will let anyone with a reservation on the river throught the 4th. Currently there is no walk on fishing at the park. Please see their website for the details at http://www.nps.gov/peco/index.htm and click on "2011 Fishing Program". All campgrounds, day use picnic areas, and trails within the Jemez Ranger District, Espanola Ranger District, Pecos/Las Vegas Ranger District, Cuba Ranger District and the Valles Caldera National Preserve are closed. This include popular hilking trails around Santa Fe like Atalaya, Chamisa, and Winsor Trails, and also includes open space trails like Dorothy Stewart and Dale Ball trails. Property owners and their guests will continue to have access to private lands within the Forest. The Forest and Preserve will reopen to the public when sufficient precipitation is received to adequately reduce extremely dry conditions and reduce the risk of wildfire to a manageable level.

Extremely high fire danger and irratic fire behavior as indicated by the Las Conchas Fire has prompted the Carson National Forest to implement Stage 3 Fire Restrictions effective at 6:00 a.m., Thursday, June 30, 2011. Stage 3 fire restrictions mean that the forest is off limits to all activities, including fishing, hiking, biking,and horseback riding. This includes the Rio Costilla within the Valle Vidal unit of the Questa Ranger District, as well as the lower portion in the RCCLA Park is closed. Besides the Rio Costilla Park, the RCCLA has also closed Latir Creek and Latir Lakes until further notice. Please contact the office for more information at 575-586-0542. Popular fishing spots such as the Rio Santa Barbara, the Rio del Pueblo, the Red River, Hopewell Lake, and Cabresto Lake are all under this closure.

New Mexico State Parks has closed Hyde Memorial, Fenton Lake, Morphy Lake, Coyote Creek, and Cimarron Canyon State Parks due to extreme fire danger until further notice.

Cochiti Lake is also closed. It is being used as a water source to fight the Las Conchas Fire and the campgrounds at the lake are being used to house the firefighters.

Currently, the BLM areas like Orilla Verde, Rio Grande Wild and Scenic Rivers, and Santa Cruz Lake are open and are in Stage 1 fire restrictions. Eagle's Nest Lake, Abiquiu Lake, El Vado Lake, Heron Lake, Navajo Lake, the San Juan River, and Jicarilla Nation Lakes are open.

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of June 6, 2011

2011-06-10T09:49:00.002-06:00

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The summer fishing season at Pecos National Historical Park begins June 23rd and extends until August 8th. To take part in our fishing program, you can make advanced reservations for the two beats available per day (six anglers total) by calling 505-757-7272, or if those spots are filled, show up at the Visitor Center on the day you'd like to fish to see if there are spaces available on the third beat, which is always reserved for walk-ins. In order to get a fishing permit at the Park, you must possess a valid New Mexico Department of Game and Fish (NMG&F) fishing license and Habitat Management and Access Validation.

The dates for the High Spring Peak Release out of Navajo Dam has been revised! The Bureau of Reclamation will begin to increase the release on Monday, June 6, 2011 at 1:00 AM, reaching 5,000 cubic feet per second (cfs) on Thursday, June 9th at approximately 3:00 PM. The release will stay at 5,000 cfs for seven days. On Wednesday, June 15th at approximately 7:00 AM, the release will begin to decrease, reaching 500 cfs on Friday, June 12th at approximately 10:00 PM, where it will remain until further notice. The release pattern, duration, and magnitude for the spring peak release follow the San Juan River Basin Recovery Implementation Program (SJRIP) Flow Recommendations for Endangered Fish. Adjustments may be made to the release if significant precipitation occurs during the scheduled release period. If you have any questions, or would like further information, please contact Ryan Christianson at 970-385-6590or e-mail him at rchristianson@usbr.gov. Fishing can be very good during the high release. Just be extra careful while wading and make sure to clean off any moss on you rig so the fish can see your flies.

The Spring Fishing progaram on the Valles Caldera National Preserve started Saturday May 21st. Jarrett and me and some good friends fished on Saturday. It was a little windy but the place is beautiful and the fish were willing. Well worth the price of admission. You can still apply for other dates in their program by visiting their website at http://vallescaldera

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of May 30, 2011

2011-06-02T17:40:00.000-06:00

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Annual Pecos River cleanup is this Saturday June 4, 2011. Please meet at the UPWA office at 9 am for coffee, pastries and assignments. We will be having our BBQ picnic at the Jamie Koch Pavilion after the Cleanup and Buck Bradford of Pecos River BBQ Co. will be cooking up his fabulous brisket (we will also have a vegetarian dish). Free stainless steel water bottles for all Cleanup participants! Please call Lexy at (505) 757-3600 or e-mail upwa@cybermesa.com for more information. We look forward to seeing you!

The dates for the High Spring Peak Release out of Navajo Dam has been revised! The Bureau of Reclamation has finalized this year's scheduled spring peak release from Navajo Reservoir. Reclamation will begin to increase the release on Monday, June 6, 2011 at 1:00 AM, reaching 5,000 cubic feet per second (cfs) on Thursday, June 9th at approximately 3:00 PM. The release will stay at 5,000 cfs for seven days. On Wednesday, June 15th at approximately 7:00 AM, the release will begin to decrease, reaching 500 cfs on Friday, June 12th at approximately 10:00 PM, where it will remain until further notice. The release pattern, duration, and magnitude for the spring peak release follow the San Juan River Basin Recovery Implementation Program (SJRIP) Flow Recommendations for Endangered Fish. Adjustments may be made to the release if significant precipitation occurs during the scheduled release period. If you have any questions, or would like further information, please contact Ryan Christianson at 970-385-6590or e-mail him at rchristianson@usbr.gov. Fishing can be very good during the high release. Just be extra careful while wading and make sure to clean off any moss on you rig so the fish can see your flies.

The Spring Fishing progaram on the Valles Caldera National Preserve started Saturday May 21st. Jarrett and me and some good friends fished on Saturday. It was a little windy but the place is beautiful and the fish were willing. Well worth the price of admission. You can still apply for other dates in their program by visiting their website at http://vallescaldera.gov/.

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of May 23, 2011

2011-05-24T17:04:00.000-06:00

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The dates for the High Spring Peak Release out of Navajo Dam has been revised! The Bureau of Reclamation has finalized this year's scheduled spring peak release from Navajo Reservoir. Reclamation will begin to increase the release on Monday, June 6, 2011 at 1:00 AM, reaching 5,000 cubic feet per second (cfs) on Thursday, June 9th at approximately 3:00 PM. The release will stay at 5,000 cfs for seven days. On Wednesday, June 15th at approximately 7:00 AM, the release will begin to decrease, reaching 500 cfs on Friday, June 12th at approximately 10:00 PM, where it will remain until further notice. The release pattern, duration, and magnitude for the spring peak release follow the San Juan River Basin Recovery Implementation Program (SJRIP) Flow Recommendations for Endangered Fish. Adjustments may be made to the release if significant precipitation occurs during the scheduled release period. If you have any questions, or would like further information, please contact Ryan Christianson at 970-385-6590or e-mail him at rchristianson@usbr.gov. Fishing can be very good during the high release. Just be extra careful while wading and make sure to clean off any moss on you rig so the fish can see your flies.

Annual Pecos River cleanup is on Saturday June 4, 2011. Please meet at the UPWA office at 9 am for coffee, pastries and assignments. We will be having our BBQ picnic at the Jamie Koch Pavilion after the Cleanup and Buck Bradford of Pecos River BBQ Co. will be cooking up his fabulous brisket (we will also have a vegetarian dish). Free stainless steel water bottles for all Cleanup participants! Please call Lexy at (505) 757-3600 or e-mail upwa@cybermesa.com for more information. We look forward to seeing you!

The Spring Fishing progaram on the Valles Caldera National Preserve started Saturday May 21st. Jarrett and me and some good friends fished on Saturday. It was a little windy but the place is beautiful and the fish were willing. Well worth the price of admission. You can still apply for other dates in their program by visiting their website at http://vallescaldera.gov/.

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of May 16, 2011

2011-05-16T16:48:00.000-06:00

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The dates for the High Spring Peak Release out of Navajo Dam has been set. Currently the release should stay around 500-650 until the scheduled high water flows. As of now the projected increase will start on Monday May 23rd and increase a 1000cfs a day up to 5000 cfs on Friday May 27th. The river flow will remain at 5000 cfs for a week until Thursday June 2nd and will drop to 500 cfs by Tuesday June 7th. Fishing can be very good during the high release. Just be extra careful while wading and make sure to clean off any moss on you rig so the fish can see your flies.

Annual Pecos River cleanup is on Saturday June 4, 2011. Please meet at the UPWA office at 9 am for coffee, pastries and assignments. We will be having our BBQ picnic at the Jamie Koch Pavilion after the Cleanup and Buck Bradford of Pecos River BBQ Co. will be cooking up his fabulous brisket (we will also have a vegetarian dish). Free stainless steel water bottles for all Cleanup participants! Please call Lexy at (505) 757-3600 or e-mail upwa@cybermesa.com for more information. We look forward to seeing you!

The Spring Fishing progaram on the Valles Caldera National Preserve starts Saturday May 21st. There may be a chance to walk on on the opening day but I'd bet that most of the reaches are filled. You can still apply for other dates in their program by visiting their website at http://vallescaldera.gov/.

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of May 9, 2011

2011-05-14T12:23:00.000-06:00

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The dates for the High Spring Peak Release out of Navajo Dam has been set. Currently the release should stay around 500-650 until the scheduled high water flows. As of now the projected increase will start on Monday May 23rd and increase a 1000cfs a day up to 5000 cfs on Friday May 27th. The river flow will remain at 5000 cfs for a week until Thursday June 2nd and will drop to 500 cfs by Tuesday June 7th. Fishing can be very good during the high release. Just be extra careful while wading and make sure to clean off any moss on you rig so the fish can see your flies.

Save the date! Annual Pecos River cleanup is on Saturday June 4, 2011. I'll post the details next week.

The Spring Fishing progaram on the Valles Caldera National Preserve starts Saturday May 21st. There may be a chance to walk on on the opening day but I'd bet that most of the reaches are filled. You can still apply for other dates in their program by visiting their website at http://vallescaldera.gov/.

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of May 2, 2011

2011-05-05T17:52:00.000-06:00

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Save the date! Annual Pecos River cleanup is on Saturday June 4, 2011. I'll post the details next week.

The Spring Fishing progaram on the Valles Caldera National Preserve starts Saturday May 21st. There may be a chance to walk on on the opening day but I'd bet that most of the reaches are filled. You can still apply for other dates in their program by visiting their website at http://vallescaldera.gov/.

Check out the latest on our website. We've been doing podcasts for a few weeks here in the store. Currently you can click on a podcast from our website or the iTunes store. It's been alot of fun, and we hope you all find it that way and informative as well. Keep on listening!

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of April 26, 2011

2011-04-27T17:58:00.002-06:00

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The Spring Fishing progaram on the Valles Caldera National Preserve starts Saturday May 21st. There may be a chance to walk on on the opening day but I'd bet that most of the reaches are filled. You can still apply for other dates in their program by visiting their website at http://vallescaldera.gov/.

Check out the latest on our website. We've been doing podcasts for a few weeks here in the store. Currently you can click on a podcast from our website or the iTunes store. It's been alot of fun, and we hope you all find it that way and informative as well. Keep on listening!

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of April 18, 2011

2011-04-17T14:23:00.000-06:00

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The Spring Fishing Program at Pecos National Historical Park closed Monday April 11th. The spring season ran from March 10th to April 11th. The cost to get on one of the beats at the park is $25.00. Reservations for the summer fishing program will be accepted starting May 23rd. Please call after that date for reservations during the Park's operating hours (which are 8am-4:30pm Labor Day-Memorial Day in the winter and, in the summer, from Memorial Day-Labor Day. Reservation requests will be taken by phone until all slots are filled. The fishing reservation phone number is (505) 757-7272. Their mailing address is: Fishing Program, Pecos National Historical Park, P.O. Box 418, Pecos, NM 87552. See the parks website at http://www.nps.gov/peco/index.htm and click on "2011 Fishing Program" for more details.

The Spring Fishing progaram on the Valles Caldera National Preserve starts Saturday May 21st. There may be a chance to walk on on the opening day but I'd bet that most of the reaches are filled. You can still apply for other dates in their program by visiting their website at http://vallescaldera.gov/.

Check out the latest on our website. We've been doing podcasts for a few weeks here in the store. Currently you can click on a podcast from our website or the iTunes store. It's been alot of fun, and we hope you all find it that way and informative as well. Keep on listening!

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of April 11, 2011

2011-04-11T11:48:00.000-06:00

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The Spring Fishing Program at Pecos National Historical Park closes today Monday April 11th. The water is open and warm enough to catch fish. The spring season ran from March 10th to April 11th. The cost to get on one of the beats at the park is $25.00. Reservations for the summer fishing program will be accepted starting May 23rd. Please call after that date for reservations during the Park's operating hours (which are 8am-4:30pm Labor Day-Memorial Day in the winter and, in the summer, from Memorial Day-Labor Day. Reservation requests will be taken by phone until all slots are filled. The fishing reservation phone number is (505) 757-7272. Their mailing address is: Fishing Program, Pecos National Historical Park, P.O. Box 418, Pecos, NM 87552. See the parks website at http://www.nps.gov/peco/index.htm and click on "2011 Fishing Program" for more details.

The Spring Fishing progaram on the Valles Caldera National Preserve starts Saturday May 21st. There may be a chance to walk on on the opening day but I'd bet that most of the reaches are filled. You can still apply for other dates in their program by visiting their website at http://vallescaldera.gov/.

Check out the latest on our website. We've been doing podcasts for a few weeks here in the store. Currently you can click on a podcast from our website or the iTunes store. It's been alot of fun, and we hope you all find it that way and informative as well. Keep on listening!

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the First Week of March 2011

2011-03-04T16:54:00.003-07:00

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Very Important. House Bill 206 before the New Mexico legislature will abolish the state Game Commission and put the Department of Game and Fish under the Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department. All of these things could be very disasterous for fish and wildlife in New Mexico not to mention the adverse impacts on humters and anglers. The Game Commission holds regular hearings and meeting where the public has an opportunity to have their voices heard. As a division of Energy Minerals, and Natural Resources, the concern is that someone who may have a conflict of interest that heads this department could hold sway over our wildlife agency. In this day and age, we need all of the transparency we can get. The House Energy and Natural Resources Committe will be discussing this bill this Monday at 8:30 am at the State Capitol in room #315. Please e-mail or contact the members of the House Energy and Natural Resources Committee to voice your concerns! You can find those committee members at http://www.nmlegis.gov/lcs/committeedisplay.aspx?CommitteeCode=HENRC

The Fishing Program at Pecos National Historical Park opens this Thursday March 10th. The water is open and warm enough to catch fish. The spring season runs from March 10th to April 11th. The cost to get on one of the beats at the park is $25.00. Please call for reservations during the Park's operating hours (which are 8am-4:30pm Labor Day-Memorial Day in the winter and, in the summer, from Memorial Day-Labor Day. Reservation requests will be taken by phone until all slots are filled. The fishing reservation phone number is (505) 757-7272. Our mailing address is: Fishing Program, Pecos National Historical Park, P.O. Box 418, Pecos, NM 87552. See the parks website at http://www.nps.gov/peco/index.htm and click on "2011 Fishing Program" for more details.

The Fly Fishing Film Tour comes to New Mexico. Proceeds from the upcoming fly-fishing film festival will go to trout habitat improvements and other worthy projects on the state’s top angling attraction, the San Juan River below Navajo Dam, according to sponsors. The San Juan River is rated among the country’s top ten trout fisheries. But the river, one of state’s top tourism draws estimated to bring in up to $40 million a year, is in need of habitat and other improvement projects to benefit anglers and trout alike. Thus members of the angling community have come together to sponsor the fly-fishing film festival in March with shows in Albuquerque and Santa Fe and proceeds to fund future projects on the San Juan River. The first show will be on March 11th. Hotel Albuquerque in Old Town at 800 Rio Grande Blvd NW, will play host to the first showing sponsored by Charlie’s Sporting Goods and Los Pinos Fly Shop. Bob Gerding will be the emcee for the event. In Santa Fe, the film festival will be shown at the Lodge at Santa Fe, 750 North St. Francis Drive, on March 25 with High Desert Angler and The Reel Life fly shops sponsoring. TJ Trout of 94 Rock will emcee this showing. The doors opening at 5:30 p.m. and the show to begin at 7 p.m. Proceeds will go to projects on the San Juan River endorsed by New Mexico Trout, the Truchas Chapter of Trout Unlimited and the San Juan River Guide Association.

Check out the latest on our website. We've been doing podcasts for a few weeks here in the store. Currently you can click on a podcast from our website or the iTunes store. It's been alot of fun, and we hope you all find it that way and informative as well. Keep on listening!

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of February 21, 2011

2011-02-18T17:01:00.000-07:00

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Check out the latest on our website. We've been doing podcasts for a few weeks here in the store. Currently you can click on a podcast from our website or the iTunes store. It's been alot of fun, and we hope you all find it that way and informative as well. Keep on listening!

The Fly Fishing Film Tour comes to New Mexico. Proceeds from the upcoming fly-fishing film festival will go to trout habitat improvements and other worthy projects on the state’s top angling attraction, the San Juan River below Navajo Dam, according to sponsors. “The films are great, there’ll be fabulous raffle prizes and it’s a wonderful opportunity to show support for our beautiful San Juan River”, says Larry Johnson of the San Juan River Guide Association. The San Juan River in northwestern New Mexico draws thousands of fly-fishing enthusiasts to its waters each year for the opportunity to catch and release big trout and is consistently rated among the country’s top ten trout fisheries. But the river, one of state’s top tourism draws estimated to bring in up to $40 million a year, is in need of habitat and other improvement projects to benefit anglers and trout alike. Thus members of the angling community have come together to sponsor the fly-fishing film festival in March with shows in Albuquerque and Santa Fe and proceeds to fund future projects on the San Juan River. The first show will be on March 11th. Hotel Albuquerque in Old Town at 800 Rio Grande Blvd NW, will play host to the first showing sponsored by Charlie’s Sporting Goods and Los Pinos Fly Shop. T.J. Trout of 94 Rock and or Bob Gerding will be the emcee for the event, which will feature a no-host bar, food carts, vendors’ booths and a raffle at intermission for prizes such as rods and reels or guided trips and lodging on the San Juan River. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. with over two hours of filming slated to begin at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15 at the door or $10 when purchased at the sponsors’ stores, up until noon of the show date. In Santa Fe, the film festival will be shown at the Lodge at Santa Fe, 750 North St. Francis Drive, on March 25 with High Desert Angler and The Reel Life fly shops sponsoring. The event will feature similar attractions to those found in Albuquerque with the doors opening at 5:30 p.m. and the show to begin at 7 p.m. Proceeds will go to projects on the San Juan River endorsed by New Mexico Trout, the Truchas Chapter of Trout Unlimited and the San Juan River Guide Association. Heritage Hotels, which operates both the Hotel Albuquerque and the Lodge at Santa Fe, donated both the venues, at no cost, with cinema graphic accommodations for the film festival.

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of February 14, 2011

2011-02-11T11:24:00.000-07:00

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of January 31, 2011

2011-02-04T17:57:00.001-07:00

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Check out the latest on our website. We've been doing podcasts for a few weeks here in the store. Currently you can click on a podcast from our website or the iTunes store. It's been alot of fun, and we hope you all find it that way and informative as well. Keep on listening!

We are officially a Patagonia dealer again! They will replace Cloudveil in our line up of waders, boots, raingear, and layering pieces. So far we’ve got the Rio Gallegos waders, the Gunnison Gorge wading pants, Rocky Grip and Riverwalker rubber soled wading boots, Nano-puff jackets and vests, and mid-weight Capilene layering pieces with more to come all year long! Patagonia has always made the best stuff and we are very happy to have them back in the store again and I think you will be too!

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of January 17, 2011

2011-01-21T17:47:00.000-07:00

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New Mexico Trout's Conclave is tomorrow Saturday January 22nd. One of the featured speakers will be our good friend Van Beacham. Don't miss Van's slideshow, beginning at 9:00 and 2:30, "Solitary Angling in New Mexico, Colorado and Wyoming". The bottom line: Fish Your Own Piece of Water and Catch More Fish! Other featured speakers include Baker Salisbury of Westbank Anglers in Jackson Wyoming and Jay Murakoshi of Baja Angling Adventures. The conclave runs from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm and is at Sandia Prep, 532 Osuna Rd NE, in Albuquerque. Cost is $35 for members and $45 for non-members. For more info e-mail Bob Widgren at bobwidgren@msn.com.

Alot of price savvy shoppers know to buy skis in the summer and fishing gear in the winter. The fishing year has ended for many of the manufacturers we deal with. As a result, there are quite a few deals to be had on rods, waders, and wading boots. We are prevented from listing prices on boots right now, but we have many styles and prices to choose from. Please give us a call and we'll let you know what we got. Also check out Jarrett's List from our homepage.

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of December 20, 2010

2010-12-23T17:28:00.001-07:00

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Alot of price savvy shoppers know to buy skis in the summer and fishing gear in the winter. The fishing year has ended for many of the manufacturers we deal with. As a result, there are quite a few deals to be had on rods, waders, and wading boots. We are prevented from listing prices on boots right now, but we have many styles and prices to choose from. Please give us a call and we'll let you know what we got. Also check out Jarrett's List from our homepage.

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of December 6, 2010

2010-12-10T17:18:00.002-07:00

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of November 15, 2010

2010-11-19T17:15:00.002-07:00

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It's that time of year again. Time for brown trout to spawn and make more fish! Please be ethical and leave the spawners alone. Often they'll be found over their redd, paired up and doing the deed. These fish are absolutely off limits! Some of the fish that aren't actively spawning are found close by and are still eating, These fish are OK to target, but please limit your wading and never wade through a redd. A redd is a circular area of clean gravel usually found in the tailout of pools and runs. Enjoy the fall fishing, just do it in a manner that you'll be able to sleep at night.

The Truchas Chapter of Trout Unlimited has announced the date and place for their winter event. It will be at El Patio, (the old Cloud Cliff) at 1805 Second Street on December 5th. The cost is $27.00 per person. Happy hour starts at 5:30 with dinner to follow and door prize drawing at 7:30. US Fish nad Wildlife Service's Jim Brooks will be the featured speaker with a presentation on Gila Trout. Please RSVP by December 1st to gmwtwe@gmail.com or visit Truchas Chapter website at www.truchas-tu.org.

Alot of price savvy shoppers know to buy skis in the summer and fishing gear in the winter. The fishing year has ended for many of the manufacturers we deal with. As a result, there are quite a few deals to be had on rods, waders, and wading boots. We are prevented from listing prices on boots right now, but we have many styles and prices to choose from. Please give us a call and we'll let you know what we got. Also check out Jarrett's List from our homepage.

The Valles Caldera National Preserve has extended the Fall fishing season on the East Fork and on the Rio San Antonio. There is new pricing and new times for this fall season. December 10th is the last date available for the year depending on weather and road conditions. See the Valles Caldera website at http://vallescaldera.gov/ for more details.

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of November 8, 2010

2010-11-10T12:18:00.002-07:00

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of November 1, 2010

2010-11-06T18:03:00.000-06:00

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of October 25, 2010

2010-10-28T10:20:00.000-06:00

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It's that time of year again. Time for brown trout to spawn and make more fish! Please be ethical and leave the spawners alone. Often they'll be found over their redd, paired up and doing the deed. These fish are absolutely off limits! Some of the fish that aren't actively spawning are found close by and are still eating, These fish are OK to target, but please limit your wading and never wade through a redd. A redd is a circular area of clean gravel usually found in the tailout of pools and runs. Enjoy the fall fishing, just do it in a manner that you'll be able to sleep at night.

The Valles Caldera National Preserve has extended the Fall fishing season on the East Fork and on the Rio San Antonio. There is new pricing and new times for this fall season. December 10th is the last date available for the year depending on weather and road conditions. See the Valles Caldera website at http://vallescaldera.gov/ for more details.

Alot of price savvy shoppers know to buy skis in the summer and fishing gear in the winter. The fishing year has ended for many of the manufacturers we deal with. As a result, there are quite a few deals to be had on rods, waders, and wading boots. We are prevented from listing prices on boots right now, but we have many styles and prices to choose from. Please give us a call and we'll let you know what we got. Also check out Jarrett's List from our homepage.

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of October 18, 2010

2010-10-20T11:15:00.000-06:00

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The Valles Caldera National Preserve has extended the Fall fishing season on the East Fork and on the Rio San Antonio. There is new pricing and new times for this fall season. December 10th is the last date available for the year depending on weather and road conditions. See the Valles Caldera website at http://vallescaldera.gov/ for more details.

Monday October 25th is the last date to fish on the Pecos River on Pecos National Historical Park. Anglers will be provided the opportunity to fish the Pecos River within the park Thursdays through Mondays, 8:30am-3pm in the Fall season. Call 505-757-7272 or see their website at http://www.nps.gov/peco/planyourvisit/fishing.htm for the details.

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of October 4, 2010

2010-10-05T11:21:00.000-06:00

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of September 20, 2010

2010-09-23T12:28:00.002-06:00

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License-free fishing, archery and air rifle shooting are among activities scheduled Saturday, Sept. 25, at Fenton Lake State Park as the Department of Game and Fish and New Mexico State Parks celebrate National Hunting and Fishing Day with a day of family fun. National Hunting and Fishing Day also is a free fishing day in New Mexico, a special day when all anglers -- residents and nonresidents of all ages -- can fish without a license at public waters statewide. All other fishing rules apply. Sept. 25 activities at Fenton Lake will be from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and will include free archery and air rifle shooting, fishing instruction, fly tying, aquatics education and more. Participants will be eligible for drawings for outdoor sports prizes. The state park charges a $5 per vehicle day-use fee. Walk-in entry is free. Fenton Lake State Park is 33 miles northwest of San Ysidro via N.M. 4 and N.M. 126 in the Jemez Mountains of northern New Mexico.

It's official!! Sage has announced a discontinuation of two of their rod lines. That means we can now offer them to you on sale at 30% off! Check out Jarrett's List on our homepage to see what's on hand and the prices!

We are overstocked on Korkers Swift Sandals and Korkers Torrent Shoes! Both of these are designed for walking around AND wet wading. If you've been in the shop before you'll know that Ed wears his Torrents every day. So to help our overstock problem, we are offering a free fishing sole with the purchase of a Sift Sandal or Torrent Shoe. They feature the OmniTrax interchangeable sole system that allows you to have a hiking sole, a felt sole for fishing, or Korkers own Kling-On rubber fishing sole. See how these soles work at www.korkers.com.

Jarrett’s List: This is turning out to be a real hit!! Keep checking both the Website and the rack in the store. I have more and more people either cleaning out there old gear making room for more new stuff or people looking to get in to the act without spending to much. This is a great way to get stuff for a friend, have back ups, or just find something new to you even if it’s old to someone else, come check it out!!

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of September 13, 2010

2010-09-14T17:11:00.000-06:00

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of September 6, 2010

2010-09-08T17:44:00.005-06:00

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of September 6, 2010

2010-09-08T17:44:00.002-06:00

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It's official!! Sage has announced a discontinuation of two of their rod lines. That means we can now offer them to you on sale at 30% off! Check out Jarrett's List on our homepage to see what's on hand and the prices!

We are overstocked on Korkers Swift Sandals and Korkers Torrent Shoes! Both of these are designed for walking around AND wet wading. If you've been in the shop before you'll know that Ed wears his Torrents every day. So to help our overstock problem, we are offering a free fishing sole with the purchase of a Sift Sandal or Torrent Shoe. They feature the OmniTrax interchangeable sole system that allows you to have a hiking sole, a felt sole for fishing, or Korkers own Kling-On rubber fishing sole. See how these soles work at www.korkers.com.

Our Summer Clearance sale is in full swing! There are some great deals to be had!! We have all kinds of apparel slashed down 25%-75% off. Waders and wading boots down to 50% off; if you’ve been waiting for a sale on some of this stuff then now’s your chance!! We have fly lines, reels, and spools!!! There are a couple chest packs, sunglasses, and more. You better not wait because this stuff won’t last at these prices!!!

Jarrett’s List: This is turning out to be a real hit!! Keep checking both the Website and the rack in the store. I have more and more people either cleaning out there old gear making room for more new stuff or people looking to get in to the act without spending to much. This is a great way to get stuff for a friend, have back ups, or just find something new to you even if it’s old to someone else, come check it out!!

Captain Mark Nesbit of Blue Sky Flyfishing will be holding a seminar at the Sportsman Warehouse in Albuquerque on August 28th from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. It will be a in depth look at presentation techniques, from sight fishing. nymphing, dry fly, and streamers, that he uses on the San Juan, and Navajo Lake. He will go over the the cast, the hook set, the playing of the fish. the landing, and release. Also rigging suggestions, and basic knots that are used. There will be a Q and A time. He will also give some insight on fishing Navajo lake. The goal is to help all of you be more successful the next time out.

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of September 6, 2010

2010-09-08T17:44:00.001-06:00

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of September 6, 2010

2010-09-08T17:44:00.000-06:00

2010-08-23T08:26:00.002-06:00

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of August 16, 2010

2010-08-15T11:48:00.001-06:00

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of August 9, 2010

2010-08-09T10:33:00.004-06:00

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of August 2, 2010

2010-08-05T09:11:00.003-06:00

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Our Summer Clearance Sale is in full swing! There are some great deals to be had!! We have all kinds of apparel slashed down 25%-75% off. Waders and wading boots down to 50% off; if you’ve been waiting for a sale on some of this stuff then now’s your chance!! We have rods, fly lines, reels, and spools!!! There are a couple chest packs, sunglasses, and more. You better not wait because this stuff won’t last at these prices!!!

The Pecos National Historical Park and the Valles Caldera National Preserve operate fishing programs on their respective properties. The summer fishing season at Pecos NHP ends on Monday August 2nd. The fall season begins on Thursday September 2nd and runs through Monday October 25th. To get a fishing day on Pecos National Historical Park, see their website at http://www.nps.gov/peco/planyourvisit/fishing.htm or call 505-757-7272. The Valles Caldera opened up to fishing on May 22nd. They no longer have the lottery system in place. To reserve a space, you can call, visit the website, or take a chance and walk-on before 8:00 am: See the Caldera's website at http://vallescaldera.gov/ for more details.

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of July 26, 2010

2010-07-26T14:46:00.002-06:00

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The Pecos National Historical Park and the Valles Caldera National Preserve operate fishing programs on their respective properties. The summer fishing season at Pecos NHP ends on Monday August 2nd. The fall season begins on Thursday September 2nd and runs through Monday October 25th. To get a fishing day on Pecos National Historical Park, see their website at http://www.nps.gov/peco/planyourvisit/fishing.htm or call 505-757-7272. The Valles Caldera opened up to fishing on May 22nd. They no longer have the lottery system in place. To reserve a space, you can call, visit the website, or take a chance and walk-on before 8:00 am: See the Caldera's website at http://vallescaldera.gov/ for more details.

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of July 19, 2010

2010-07-19T08:56:00.003-06:00

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The Zia diner is supporting the Truchas Chapter Youth Education Program (TCYEP) tomorrow Tuesday July 27th with 10% of their profits being donated to us. If you have time, please join us for food, drink, and lots of fish tales. TYCEP chair John Wright will be there at 5:45 for drinks and dinner. TCYEP is geared toward encouraging our youth to be stewards of our natural resources through several programs including Trout In the Classroom. We're looking forward to another great school year with our NM youths! Please support TCYEP and businesses like the Zia Diner.

The Pecos National Historical Park and the Valles Caldera National Preserve operate fishing programs on their respective properties. The summer fishing season at Pecos NHP ends on Monday August 2nd. The fall season begins on Thursday September 2nd and runs through Monday October 25th. To get a fishing day on Pecos National Historical Park, see their website at http://www.nps.gov/peco/planyourvisit/fishing.htm or call 505-757-7272. The Valles Caldera opened up to fishing on May 22nd. They no longer have the lottery system in place. To reserve a space, you can call, visit the website, or take a chance and walk-on before 8:00 am: See the Caldera's website at http://vallescaldera.gov/ for more details.

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of July 12, 2010

2010-07-06T09:14:00.004-06:00

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Tai Chi Fly Fishing on the River. July 17th is the graduation day for those who participated in our spring Tain Chai Fly Fishing classes. If you are one of the participants or are curious and want to check it out, the date is Saturday July 17th. Meet at the Willow Creek day use area at 9:45 am. Bring your rod and waders and a sack lunch-. We will do a review, working on understanding balance and "core" knowledge followed by it's application while fly fishing. The cost is $45.00 per person. We need six people to cover the class. Please call the shop or Doug Brown to reserve your spot at 505-660-9906.

Please come the Upper Pecos Watershed Association Benefit at Brush Ranch on Sunday July 18th. The theme is Water, Wildflowers and Trout; A Benefit for the Upper Pecos Watershed Association. Brush Ranch is located on NM Highway 63 approximately 12 miles north of Pecos. The event starts at 5:00 pm with a social hour, silent auction, and entertainment. Dinner will be at 6:00 pm followed by a live auction. The cost is $60.00 per person. The event is limited to 120 people, so don't wait. For more information or to RSVP, contact the UPWA office 505-757-3600, or Doug Jeffords at 505-699-1235 or 505-757-2342.

The Rio Costilla and Shuree Ponds on the Valle Vidal unit of the Carson National Forest opens Thursday July 1st. This area is truly a scenic gem for New Mexico. It's loaded with elk, bison, and turkey, but it usually draws people for the fishing. The Rio Costilla is one place you can reliably catch a Rio Grande Cutthroat and Shuree Ponds are known for it's large rainbows. The stream is dry fly fishing at it's best. High riding attractor like PMX's and Aerial Assault's, and yellow sallies and caddis flies work very well on those quick striking cutties. Take damsel nymphs and some aquatic snail patterns for the lunkers at Shuree. All of the streams in the Valle Vidal are no kill. The bag limit for Shuree is only 2 fish over 15 inches. Please report anyone breaking thes rules to New Mexico Game and Fish at 800-432-4263 or the Forest Service at 575-586-0520.

The Pecos National Historical Park and the Valles Caldera National Preserve operate fishing programs on their respective properties. The summer fishing season at Pecos NHP starts this Thursday June 24th. To get a fishing day on Pecos National Historical Park, see their website at http://www.nps.gov/peco/planyourvisit/fishing.htm or call 505-757-7272. The Valles Caldera opened up to fishing on May 22nd. They no longer have the lottery system in place. To reserve a space, you can call, visit the website, or take a chance and walk-on before 8:00 am: See the Caldera's website at http://vallescaldera.gov/ for more details.

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of June 28, 2010

2010-06-30T09:21:00.002-06:00

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Thank you to all of the volunteers who contributed their time to the Spring River Cleanup on the Pecos on Saturday, June 26! I know that trash on the Pecos seems to be a constant problem. We all benefit from the efforts of the people who took a precious Saturday morning to make the river a nicer place to fish. There are many problems that affect our closest and best place to wet a line. Please, if you like to have this resource made better or utilize it despite it's woes, call the Forest Service, Game and Fish, New Mexico State Police, or heck, even Governor Richardson's office and voice your concerns. Groups like the Truchas Chapter of Trout Unlimited and the Upper Pecos Watershed Association need your help in highlighting the plight of the Pecos River. If you'd like more info on how you can help, contact the Upper Pecos Watershed Association at 78 S. Main Street in Pecos, or please call the UPWA office at 505-757-3600 and speak to Rachel or Lexy.

The Rio Costilla and Shuree Ponds on the Valle Vidal unit of the Carson National Forest opens Thursday July 1st. This area is truly a scenic gem for New Mexico. It's loaded with elk, bison, and turkey, but it usually draws people for the fishing. The Rio Costilla is one place you can reliably catch a Rio Grande Cutthroat and Shuree Ponds are known for it's large rainbows. The stream is dry fly fishing at it's best. High riding attractor like PMX's and Aerial Assault's, and yellow sallies and caddis flies work very well on those quick striking cutties. Take damsel nymphs and some aquatic snail patterns for the lunkers at Shuree. All of the streams in the Valle Vidal are no kill. THe bag limit for Shuree is only 2 fish over 15 inches. Please report anyone breaking thes rules to New Mexico Game and Fish at 800-432-4263 or the Forest Service at 575-586-0520.

The Pecos National Historical Park and the Valles Caldera National Preserve operate fishing programs on their respective properties. The summer fishing season at Pecos NHP starts this Thursday June 24th. To get a fishing day on Pecos National Historical Park, see their website at http://www.nps.gov/peco/planyourvisit/fishing.htm or call 505-757-7272. The Valles Caldera opened up to fishing on May 22nd. They no longer have the lottery system in place. To reserve a space, you can call, visit the website, or take a chance and walk-on before 8:00 am: See the Caldera's website at http://vallescaldera.gov/ for more details.

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of June 21, 2010

2010-06-20T11:22:00.004-06:00

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The annual Spring River Cleanup on the Pecos will be this Saturday, June 26! Please meet us at the Upper Pecos Watershed Association office at 78 S. Main Street in Pecos at 9:00 am. Come get coffee, pastries and to your cleanup assignments. Bags, gloves and safety vests will be provided. We will be giving away stainless steel water bottles to all volunteers! The BBQ picnic will be at the Jamie Koch Pavilion following the cleanup at 12 noon. Pecos River BBQ Company will be doing the cooking (food will be donated)! We will also be having a bucket raffle with great prizes. If you have items you would like to donate for the bucket raffle, or would like more information please call the UPWA office at 757-3600 and speak to Rachel or Lexy.

Volunteers from New Mexico Trout will be putting on a youth and an adult fly fishing clinic on the Valles Caldera this next weekend. The youth clinic is on Saturday June 26th and the adult is on Sunday June 27th. Both clinics are very affordable, especially for the youth. All gear will be provided. Please see the Valles Caldera's website at http://vallescaldera.gov/ and click on reservations for more details.

Our good friend and owner of the Enchanted Hideaway Lodge, Gretchen Lee passed away Sunday, June 6th. She was well known throughout the community of Navajo Dam and the San Juan River. She had the biggest heart and the softest spot in it was for dogs. She rescued dozens and often took in the ones no one else wanted. As a huge lover of dogs myself, Saint Gretchen will always occupy a soft spot in my heart. Those who knew this wonderful woman will surely miss her. Her lodge in Navajo Dam is currently open for business. Still a great place to stay, especially if you get the Stone House and share it with a few fishing buddies.

The Pecos National Historical Park and the Valles Caldera National Preserve operate fishing programs on their respective properties. The summer fishing season at Pecos NHP starts this Thursday June 24th. To get a fishing day on Pecos National Historical Park, see their website at http://www.nps.gov/peco/planyourvisit/fishing.htm or call 505-757-7272. The Valles Caldera opened up to fishing on May 22nd. They no longer have the lottery system in place. To reserve a space, you can call, visit the website, or take a chance and walk-on before 8:00 am: See the Caldera's website at http://vallescaldera.gov/ for more details.

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of June 7, 2010

2010-06-08T17:40:00.005-06:00

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Our good friend and owner of the Enchanted Hideaway Lodge, Gretchen Lee passed away Sunday, June 6th. She was well known throughout the community of Navajo Dam and the San Juan River. She had the biggest heart and the softest spot in it was for dogs. She rescued dozens and often took in the ones no one else wanted. As a huge lover of dogs myself, Saint Gretchen will always occupy a soft spot in my heart. Those who knew this wonderful woman will surely miss her. Her lodge in Navajo Dam is currently open for business. Still a great place to stay, especially if you get the Stone House and share it with a few fishing buddies.

The New Mexico Game and Fish Department is putting the results of hunting license drawings online strarting June 9th. Hunters who applied for 2010-2011 deer, elk, antelope, ibex, javelina, bighorn sheep and Barbary sheep licenses can check drawing results on the department's website, www.wildlife.state.nm.us.

The annual Spring River Cleanup on the Pecos will be on Saturday, June 26! Please meet us at the Upper Pecos Watershed Association office at 78 S. Main Street in Pecos at 9:00 am. Come get coffee, pastries and to your cleanup assignments. Bags, gloves and safety vests will be provided. We will be giving away stainless steel water bottles to all volunteers! The BBQ picnic will be at the Jamie Koch Pavilion following the cleanup at 12 noon. Pecos River BBQ Company will be doing the cooking (food will be donated)! We will also be having a bucket raffle with great prizes. If you have items you would like to donate for the bucket raffle, or would like more information please call the UPWA office at 757-3600 and speak to Rachel or Lexy.

No High Spring Peak Release this year on the San Juan River. The latest Water Supply Forecast for Water Year 2010 has been issued and the April through July inflow into Navajo Lake is forecasted to be at 89% of normal. Given this forecast, there will not be a spring peak release this year. It's a little unfortunate that the river won't see a scouring this year and flush out some of the accumulated sand and silt. The upside is that there shouldn't be a dip in business for the San Juan guides. The high spring release often keeps anglers away despite the fact that fishing is very good during the event.

The Pecos National Historical Park and the Valles Caldera National Preserve operate fishing progrgams on their respective properties. The summer fishing season at Pecos NHP starts on June 24th. To get a fishing day on Pecos National Historical Park, see their website at http://www.nps.gov/peco/planyourvisit/fishing.htm or call 505-757-7272. The Valles Caldera opened up to fishing on May 22nd. They no longer have the lottery system in place. To reserve a space, you can call, visit the website, or take a chance and walk-on before 7:00 am: See the Caldera's website at http://vallescaldera.gov/ for more details.

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of May 31, 2010

2010-05-31T08:31:00.008-06:00

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Forest Road 376 has been closed at Porter's Landing to NM Highway 126. FR 376 to the San Antonio Hot Springs is also closed. This means that the upper San Antonio and the Cebolla. Fenton Lake State Park is also closed. FR 376 is open from Gilman Tunnels to Porter's Landing. Highway 126 is now open but is subject to close again, along with other roads and areas affected by the fire as warranted by increased fire activity. An abandoned campfire is suspected in causing the Rio Fire in the Jemez Mountains. The entire East Fork starting just west of the Caldera, the lower San Antonio from La Cueva down, the Guadalupe, and the Jemez River are still open and fishing well.

Saturday June 5th is a Free Fishing Day at the Jicarilla Fishing Lakes. This day is also the Free Fishing Day for the State of New Mexico. The Jicarilla Apache Game and Fish Department is pleased to honor the same day and we encourage folks to get out and fish. Due to the late notice, please pass this message along to friends and family. Have a safe and Fun Day!!!!Kevin Terry, Fisheries Biologist Jicarilla Apache Game and Fish Department

The annual Spring River Cleanup on the Pecos will be on Saturday, June 26! Please meet us at the Upper Pecos Watershed Association office at 78 S. Main Street in Pecos at 9:00 am. Come get coffee, pastries and to your cleanup assignments. Bags, gloves and safety vests will be provided. We will be giving away stainless steel water bottles to all volunteers! The BBQ picnic will be at the Jamie Koch Pavilion following the cleanup at 12 noon. Pecos River BBQ Company will be doing the cooking (food will be donated)! We will also be having a bucket raffle with great prizes. If you have items you would like to donate for the bucket raffle, or would like more information please call the UPWA office at 757-3600 and speak to Rachel or Lexy.

No High Spring Peak Release this year on the San Juan River. The latest Water Supply Forecast for Water Year 2010 has been issued and the April through July inflow into Navajo Lake is forecasted to be at 89% of normal. Given this forecast, there will not be a spring peak release this year. It's a little unfortunate that the river won't see a scouring this year and flush out some of the accumulated sand and silt. The upside is that there shouldn't be a dip in business for the San Juan guides. The high spring release often keeps anglers away despite the fact that fishing is very good during the event.

The Pecos National Historical Park and the Valles Caldera National Preserve operate fishing progrgams on their respective properties. The summer fishing season at Pecos NHP starts on June 24th. To get a fishing day on Pecos National Historical Park, see their website at http://www.nps.gov/peco/planyourvisit/fishing.htm or call 505-757-7272. The Valles Caldera opened up to fishing on May 22nd. They no longer have the lottery system in place. To reserve a space, you can call, visit the website, or take a chance and walk-on before 7:00 am: See the Caldera's website at http://vallescaldera.gov/ for more details.

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of May 24, 2010

2010-05-26T12:01:00.001-06:00

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The new fishing year began on April 1st. We have licenses available for sale here at the shop.

No High Spring Peak Release this year on the San Juan River. The latest Water Supply Forecast for Water Year 2010 has been issued and the April through July inflow into Navajo Lake is forecasted to be at 89% of normal. Given this forecast, there will not be a spring peak release this year. It's a little unfortunate that the river won't see a scouring this year and flush out some of the accumulated sand and silt. The upside is that there shouldn't be a dip in business for the San Juan guides. The high spring release often keeps anglers away despite the fact that fishing is very good during the event.

The annual Spring River Cleanup on the Pecos will be on Saturday, June 26! Please meet us at the Upper Pecos Watershed Association office at 78 S. Main Street in Pecos at 9:00 am. Come get coffee, pastries and to your cleanup assignments. Bags, gloves and safety vests will be provided. We will be giving away stainless steel water bottles to all volunteers! The BBQ picnic will be at the Jamie Koch Pavilion following the cleanup at 12 noon. Pecos River BBQ Company will be doing the cooking (food will be donated)! We will also be having a bucket raffle with great prizes. If you have items you would like to donate for the bucket raffle, or would like more information please call the UPWA office at 757-3600 and speak to Rachel or Lexy.

The Pecos National Historical Park and the Valles Caldera National Preserve operate fishing progrgams on their respective properties. The summer fishing season at Pecos NHP starts on June 24th. To get a fishing day on Pecos National Historical Park, see their website at http://www.nps.gov/peco/planyourvisit/fishing.htm or call 505-757-7272. The Valles Caldera opens up to fishing on May 22nd. They no longer have the lottery system in place. To reserve a space, you can call, visit the website, or take a chance and walk-on before 7:00 am: See the Caldera's website at http://vallescaldera.gov/ for more details.

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of May 17, 2010

2010-05-17T12:21:00.002-06:00

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of May 10, 2010

2010-05-09T13:34:00.003-06:00

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of May 3, 2010

2010-05-03T11:28:00.003-06:00

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The new fishing year began on April 1st. We have licenses available for sale here at the shop.

Norman Maktima, head guide at the High Desert Angler, and Team USA member, has moved the classes on loch style stillwater flyfishing techniques. The new date for the stillwater class is on Saturday May 8th. The first day will be a three hour classroom day with the on the water follow up the next day Sunday May 9th. The cost of this class is $200. The time and place for the fishing class day will be TBA. The Saturday classroom day is from 9:00 am till noon. Please contact Norman Maktima in the shop at 800-988-7688 to sign up or for more info.

No High Spring Peak Release this year on the San Juan River. The latest Water Supply Forecast for Water Year 2010 has been issued and the April through July inflow into Navajo Lake is forecasted to be at 89% of normal. Given this forecast, there will not be a spring peak release this year. It's a little unfortunate that the river won't see a scouring this year and flush out some of the accumulated sand and silt. The upside is that there won't be a dip in business for the San Juan guides. The high spring release often keeps anglers away despite the fact that fishing is very good during the event.

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of April 19, 2010

2010-04-20T12:18:00.001-06:00

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The new fishing year began on April 1st. We have licenses available for sale here at the shop.

There are still some great deals on lots of stuff here at the fly shop. We have older styles of Cloudveil waders at incredible prices, Simms felt soled boots priced to move, and flies starting at 25 cents apiece! All of this is to make room for the new gear for this season. We are getting in more daily, so come check out the deals and what's new for 2010!

Norman Maktima, head guide at the High Desert Angler, and Team USA member will be teaching some classes on loch style stillwater flyfishing techniques. The loch style stillwater class is on Saturday May 15th. The first day will be a three hour classroom day with the on the water follow up the next day Sunday May 16th. The cost of this class is $200 (a slight increase for this one to cover the extra costs of the boats). The time and place for the fishing class day will be TBA. The Saturday classroom day is from 9:00 am till noon. Please contact Norman Maktima in the shop at 800-988-7688 to sign up or for more info.

Yes it's back and only in Santa Fe! We are offering Tai Chi Fly Fishing classes this spring. This spring we have made a few changes in how we are building the class. Jeff English and I have built 4 one hour sessions, all built around the principals of spiral energy and balance, that will build on each previous class, as well as be of value standing alone. As you may remember me saying last time, I have noticed a considerable personal growth in confidence in and on the water, as well as a more relaxed comportment after a full day of fishing. The four classes will be run on the four in April, 2-3 pm, indoors at Jeff English' studio. We plan to limit the class size to 6 - 10 people. Advance registration is required. The cost is $20.00 per session. To make reservations or for more information, please call Doug Brown at 505-660-9906, or the High Desert Angler at 505-988-7688.

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of April 12, 2010

2010-03-28T15:07:00.004-06:00

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The new fishing year began on April 1st. We have licenses available for sale here at the shop.

There are still some great deals on lots of stuff here at the fly shop. We have older styles of Cloudveil waders at incredible prices, Simms felt soled boots priced to move, and flies starting at 25 cents apiece! All of this is to make room for the new gear for this season. We are getting in more daily, so come check out the deals and what's new for 2010!

Thanks to all who made it out to the Truchas Chapter of Trout Unlimited's annual banquet on Saturday April 10th. The Guest Speaker was Brian O'Keefe. If you've seen cover photos on Field & Stream; Outdoor Life; Fly Fisherman; Fly, Rod and Reel; Fly Fishing Salt Waters; Fly and Fish Magazine; Outside Magazine and Mens Journal, then you've probably seen some of Brian O'Keefe's work. The turn out was good and the funds raised will really help the Truchas Chapter with many of their programs.

Norman Maktima, head guide at the High Desert Angler, and Team USA member will be teaching some classes on loch style stillwater flyfishing techniques. The loch style stillwater class is on Saturday May 15th. The first day will be a three hour classroom day with the on the water follow up the next day Sunday May 16th. The cost of this class is $200 (a slight increase for this one to cover the extra costs of the boats). The time and place for the fishing class day will be TBA. The Saturday classroom day is from 9:00 am till noon. Please contact Norman Maktima in the shop at 800-988-7688 to sign up or for more info.

Yes it's back and only in Santa Fe! We are offering Tai Chi Fly Fishing classes this spring. This spring we have made a few changes in how we are building the class. Jeff English and I have built 4 one hour sessions, all built around the principals of spiral energy and balance, that will build on each previous class, as well as be of value standing alone. As you may remember me saying last time, I have noticed a considerable personal growth in confidence in and on the water, as well as a more relaxed comportment after a full day of fishing. The four classes will be run on the four in April, 2-3 pm, indoors at Jeff English' studio. We plan to limit the class size to 6 - 10 people. Advance registration is required. The cost is $20.00 per session. To make reservations or for more information, please call Doug Brown at 505-660-9906, or the High Desert Angler at 505-988-7688.

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of March 22, 2010

2010-03-20T11:06:00.004-06:00

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This year's Spring Fling has been postponed until April 3rd because of our latest snow storm. We still have room for anyone that wasn't able to come this Saturday. HDA’s second annual Spring Fling is geared to help you learn almost every aspect of fly fishing there is. We will have several clinics that will be held on our private waters. It’s an all day event and space is limited! The cost is $200 per person and covers the private use fees. Clinics will include; casting, nymphing (European and Indicator), pocket water, fly fisher’s entomology, photography, and gear!!! Jarrett, Norm, Tad, Tom, Isaac, Doug, and Everett will be instructing these various clinics. Bring your rod, reel, boots, waders, and an open mind to new techniques. Lunch will be provided. Space is limited, so call now to reserve your spot and for more info.

There are still some great deals on lots of stuff here at the fly shop. We have older styles of Cloudveil waders at incredible prices, Simms felt soled boots priced to move, and flies starting at 25 cents apiece! All of this is to make room for the new gear for this season. We are getting in more daily, so come check out the deals and what's new for 2010!

Yes it's back and only in Santa Fe! We are offering Tai Chi Fly Fishing classes this spring. This spring we have made a few changes in how we are building the class. Jeff English and I have built 4 one hour sessions, all built around the principals of spiral energy and balance, that will build on each previous class, as well as be of value standing alone. As you may remember me saying last time, I have noticed a considerable personal growth in confidence in and on the water, as well as a more relaxed comportment after a full day of fishing. The four classes will be run on the four Saturdays in March and April, 2-3 pm, indoors at Jeff English' studio. We plan to limit the class size to 6 - 10 people. Advance registration is required. The cost is $20.00 per session. To make reservations or for more information, please call Doug Brown at 505-660-9906, or the High Desert Angler at 505-988-7688.

Norman Maktima, head guide at the High Desert Angler, and Team USA member will be teaching some classes on European style nymph fishing and loch style stillwater flyfishing techniques. The European nymphing class is a two day event starting on Saturday April 10th, with a three hour classroom day and a full day on the water Sunday April 11th. The cost is $150 and includes a book on Czech Nymphing. The loch style stillwater class is on Saturday May 15th. The first day will be another three hour classroom day with the on the water follow up the next day Sunday May 16th. The cost of this class is $200 (a slight increase for this one to cover the extra costs of the boats). The time and places for both on the water class days will be TBA. The Saturday classroom day for both classes runs from 9:00 am till noon. Please contact Norman Maktima in the shop at 800-988-7688 to sign up or for more info.

The Truchas Chapter of Trout Unlimited has announced the date for their annual banquet. It'll be at the Inn at Loretto on Saturday April 10th. The Guest Speaker will be Brian O'Keefe. If you've seen cover photos on Field & Stream; Outdoor Life; Fly Fisherman; Fly, Rod and Reel; Fly Fishing Salt Waters; Fly and Fish Magazine; Outside Magazine and Mens Journal, then you've probably seen some of Brian O'Keefe's work. A fly fisher from a very early age, Brian has traveled the world in search of good fish and for the past twenty years, great photos. He is a master level certified fly casting instructor (FFF), dynamic speaker, and a tackle rep for Scientific Anglers in Washington, Oregon and Alaska. We are very pleased he will be visitng from his home territory in Oregon to be speaker at our annual Banquet. Expect great raffle and silent auction prizes, good food and excellent company. Stay tuned: We'll have more on Banquet plans as they develop.

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of March 15, 2010

2010-03-14T12:07:00.001-06:00

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Who would win..... Mothra or Sculpzilla? Well come find out at the Giant Fly Sale at the High Desert Angler!! Too many patterns to mention. Most trout flies at 25 cents and tungsten beadheads at $1.oo. We just received huge shipments of new flies from Solitude, Umpqua, and our newest vendor; Idylwilde. We had to bump some of the old stand-by's to make room for these hot new killer patterns. We increased our stock of tungsten beaded flies and brought in some hot new streamers like Sculpzillas. Come in and check out the new stuff and pick up some of your old faves at a great price. Remember, that you get a 20 percent discount on flies when you bring in your own High Desert Angler fly box or fly cup and buy 20 or more regularly priced flies!

Yes it's back and only in Santa Fe! We are offering Tai Chi Fly Fishing classes this spring. This spring we have made a few changes in how we are building the class. Jeff English and I have built 4 one hour sessions, all built around the principals of spiral energy and balance, that will build on each previous class, as well as be of value standing alone. As you may remember me saying last time, I have noticed a considerable personal growth in confidence in and on the water, as well as a more relaxed comportment after a full day of fishing. The four classes will be run on the four Saturdays in March and April, 2-3 pm, indoors at Jeff English' studio. We plan to limit the class size to 6 - 10 people. Advance registration is required. The cost is $20.00 per session. To make reservations or for more information, please call Doug Brown at 505-660-9906, or the High Desert Angler at 505-988-7688.

Come and participate in HDA’s second annual Spring Fling, and learn almost every aspect of fly fishing there is. On March 20th, we will have several clinics that will be held on our private waters. It’s an all day event and space is limited! The cost is $200 per person and covers the private use fees. Clinics will include; casting, nymphing (European and Indicator), pocket water, fly fisher’s entomology, photography, and gear!!! Jarrett, Norm, Tad, Tom, Isaac, Doug, and Everett will be instructing these various clinics. Bring your rod, reel, boots, waders, and an open mind to new techniques. Lunch will be provided. Space is limited, so call now to reserve your spot and for more info.

Norman Maktima, head guide at the High Desert Angler, and Team USA member will be teaching some classes on European style nymph fishing and loch style stillwater flyfishing techniques. The European nymphing class is a two day event starting on Saturday April 10th, with a three hour classroom day and a full day on the water Sunday April 11th. The cost is $150 and includes a book on Czech Nymphing. The loch style stillwater class is on Saturday May 15th. The first day will be another three hour classroom day with the on the water follow up the next day Sunday May 16th. The cost of this class is $200 (a slight increase for this one to cover the extra costs of the boats). The time and places for both on the water class days will be TBA. The Saturday classroom day for both classes runs from 9:00 am till noon. Please contact Norman Maktima in the shop at 800-988-7688 to sign up or for more info.

The Truchas Chapter of Trout Unlimited has announced the date for their annual banquet. It'll be at the Inn at Loretto on Saturday April 10th. The Guest Speaker will be Brian O'Keefe. If you've seen cover photos on Field & Stream; Outdoor Life; Fly Fisherman; Fly, Rod and Reel; Fly Fishing Salt Waters; Fly and Fish Magazine; Outside Magazine and Mens Journal, then you've probably seen some of Brian O'Keefe's work. A fly fisher from a very early age, Brian has traveled the world in search of good fish and for the past twenty years, great photos. He is a master level certified fly casting instructor (FFF), dynamic speaker, and a tackle rep for Scientific Anglers in Washington, Oregon and Alaska. We are very pleased he will be visitng from his home territory in Oregon to be speaker at our annual Banquet. Expect great raffle and silent auction prizes, good food and excellent company. Stay tuned: We'll have more on Banquet plans as they develop.

Fly Fishing News for the Week of March 8, 2010

2010-03-13T10:48:00.001-07:00

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Who would win..... Mothra or Sculpzilla? Well come find out at the Giant Fly Sale at the High Desert Angler!! Too many patterns to mention. Most trout flies at 25 cents and tungsten beadheads at $1.oo. We just received huge shipments of new flies from Solitude, Umpqua, and our newest vendor; Idylwilde. We had to bump some of the old stand-by's to make room for these hot new killer patterns. We increased our stock of tungsten beaded flies and brought in some hot new streamers like Sculpzillas. Come in and check out the new stuff and pick up some of your old faves at a great price. Remember, that you get a 20 percent discount on flies when you bring in your own High Desert Angler fly box or fly cup and buy 20 or more regularly priced flies!

Yes it's back and only in Santa Fe! We are offering Tai Chi Fly Fishing classes this spring. This spring we have made a few changes in how we are building the class. Jeff English and I have built 4 one hour sessions, all built around the principals of spiral energy and balance, that will build on each previous class, as well as be of value standing alone. As you may remember me saying last time, I have noticed a considerable personal growth in confidence in and on the water, as well as a more relaxed comportment after a full day of fishing. The four classes will be run on the four Saturdays in March and April, 2-3 pm, indoors at Jeff English' studio. We plan to limit the class size to 6 - 10 people. Advance registration is required. The cost is $20.00 per session. To make reservations or for more information, please call Doug Brown at 505-660-9906, or the High Desert Angler at 505-988-7688.

Come and participate in HDA’s second annual Spring Fling, and learn almost every aspect of fly fishing there is. On March 20th, we will have several clinics that will be held on our private waters. It’s an all day event and space is limited! The cost is $200 per person and covers the private use fees. Clinics will include; casting, nymphing (European and Indicator), pocket water, fly fisher’s entomology, photography, and gear!!! Jarrett, Norm, Tad, Tom, Isaac, Doug, and Everett will be instructing these various clinics. Bring your rod, reel, boots, waders, and an open mind to new techniques. Lunch will be provided. Space is limited, so call now to reserve your spot and for more info

Norman Maktima, head guide at the High Desert Angler, and Team USA member will be teaching some classes on European style nymph fishing and loch style stillwater flyfishing techniques. The European nymphing class is a two day event starting on Saturday April 10th, with a three hour classroom day and a full day on the water Sunday April 11th. The cost is $150 and includes a book on Czech Nymphing. The loch style stillwater class is on Saturday May 15th. The first day will be another three hour classroom day with the on the water follow up the next day Sunday May 16th. The cost of this class is $200 (a slight increase for this one to cover the extra costs of the boats). The time and places for both on the water class days will be TBA. The Saturday classroom day for both classes runs from 9:00 am till noon. Please contact Norman Maktima in the shop at 800-988-7688 to sign up or for more info.

The Truchas Chapter of Trout Unlimited has announced the date for their annual banquet. It'll be at the Inn at Loretto on Saturday April 10th. The Guest Speaker will be Brian O'Keefe. If you've seen cover photos on Field & Stream; Outdoor Life; Fly Fisherman; Fly, Rod and Reel; Fly Fishing Salt Waters; Fly and Fish Magazine; Outside Magazine and Mens Journal, then you've probably seen some of Brian O'Keefe's work. A fly fisher from a very early age, Brian has traveled the world in search of good fish and for the past twenty years, great photos. He is a master level certified fly casting instructor (FFF), dynamic speaker, and a tackle rep for Scientific Anglers in Washington, Oregon and Alaska. We are very pleased he will be visitng from his home territory in Oregon to be speaker at our annual Banquet. Expect great raffle and silent auction prizes, good food and excellent company. Stay tuned: We'll have more on Banquet plans as they develop.

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of March 1, 2010

2010-02-28T11:38:00.002-07:00

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Who would win..... Mothra or Sculpzilla? Well come find out at the Giant Fly Sale at the High Desert Angler!! Too many patterns to mention. Most trout flies at 25 cents and tungsten beadheads at $1.oo. We just received huge shipments of new flies from Solitude, Umpqua, and our newest vendor; Idylwilde. We had to bump some of the old stand-by's to make room for these hot new killer patterns. We increased our stock of tungsten beaded flies and brought in some hot new streamers like Sculpzillas. Come in and check out the new stuff and pick up some of your old faves at a great price. Remember, that you get a 20 percent discount on flies when you bring in your own High Desert Angler fly box or fly cup and buy 20 or more regularly priced flies!

Yes it's back and only in Santa Fe! We are offering Tai Chi Fly Fishing classes this spring. This spring we have made a few changes in how we are building the class. Jeff English and I have built 4 one hour sessions, all built around the principals of spiral energy and balance, that will build on each previous class, as well as be of value standing alone. As you may remember me saying last time, I have noticed a considerable personal growth in confidence in and on the water, as well as a more relaxed comportment after a full day of fishing. The four classes will be run on the four Saturdays in March and April, 2-3 pm, indoors at Jeff English' studio. We plan to limit the class size to 6 - 10 people. Advance registration is required. The cost is $20.00 per session. To make reservations or for more information, please call Doug Brown at 505-660-9906, or the High Desert Angler at 505-988-7688.

Rio Grande Trout Stocking: Ok, here we go, the date for this years trout stocking is Thursday March 11th and Game and Fish is seeking voluteers. As usual, meet at the La Junta Pavillion around 8:30 – 9:00 fueled up and ready for a beautiful and tough hike down into the gorge. This year, Game and Fish’s Eric Fry has secured about 5000 Rio Grande cutthroats for the Red and the Rio. I hope we can get a good turn out and help out both the river and the fish. Call the shop for more info, come on out and lend a hand!!

Come and participate in HDA’s second annual Spring Fling, and learn almost every aspect of fly fishing there is. On March 20th, we will have several clinics that will be held on our private waters. It’s an all day event and space is limited! The cost is $200 per person and covers the private use fees. Clinics will include; casting, nymphing (European and Indicator), pocket water, fly fisher’s entomology, photography, and gear!!! Jarrett, Norm, Tad, Tom, Isaac, Doug, and Everett will be instructing these various clinics. Bring your rod, reel, boots, waders, and an open mind to new techniques. Lunch will be provided. Space is limited, so call now to reserve your spot and for more info

Norman Maktima, head guide at the High Desert Angler, and Team USA member will be teaching some classes on European style nymph fishing and loch style stillwater flyfishing techniques. The European nymphing class is a two day event starting on Saturday April 10th, with a three hour classroom day and a full day on the water Sunday April 11th. The cost is $150 and includes a book on Czech Nymphing. The loch style stillwater class is on Saturday May 15th. The first day will be another three hour classroom day with the on the water follow up the next day Sunday May 16th. The cost of this class is $200 (a slight increase for this one to cover the extra costs of the boats). The time and places for both on the water class days will be TBA. The Saturday classroom day for both classes runs from 9:00 am till noon. Please contact Norman Maktima in the shop at 800-988-7688 to sign up or for more info.

The Truchas Chapter of Trout Unlimited has announced the date for their annual banquet. It'll be at the Inn at Loretto on Saturday April 10th. The Guest Speaker will be Brian O'Keefe. If you've seen cover photos on Field & Stream; Outdoor Life; Fly Fisherman; Fly, Rod and Reel; Fly Fishing Salt Waters; Fly and Fish Magazine; Outside Magazine and Mens Journal, then you've probably seen some of Brian O'Keefe's work. A fly fisher from a very early age, Brian has traveled the world in search of good fish and for the past twenty years, great photos. He is a master level certified fly casting instructor (FFF), dynamic speaker, and a tackle rep for Scientific Anglers in Washington, Oregon and Alaska. We are very pleased he will be visitng from his home territory in Oregon to be speaker at our annual Banquet. Expect great raffle and silent auction prizes, good food and excellent company. Stay tuned: We'll have more on Banquet plans as they develop.

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of February 15, 2010

2010-02-14T13:01:00.001-07:00

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Governor Richardson announced that all New Mexico State Parks will remain open during the remainder of state employee furlough days. Governor Richardson announced the change after receiving dozens of requests from New Mexico residents, local municipalities and businesses asking to keep parks open because of concerns about the negative economic impact closures could have on local economies. Listening to constituent concerns, Governor Richardson worked with State Parks and the State Personnel Office to come up with the plan that will still require State Park employees to take three remaining furlough days. Those employees who are needed to work to keep parks open on designated furlough days, will be required to take alternate furlough days. The bottom line is that Navajo Lake State Park and the San Juan River and locally, the Pecos River at Villanueva State Park will not close as scheduled and fly fishers can enjoy the resource at will.

Yes it's back and only in Santa Fe! We are offering Tai Chi Fly Fishing classes this spring. Each class lasts an hour and the first one is on March 6th at 2:00 pm. There will be a class each Saturday in March. A repeat of the first four session will be held in April. Each class stands alone, but will build on skills learned in the earlier classes. You will be able to apply the techniques learned in theses indoor classes on the water in a half-day class in May or June. Dates to be determined by spring run-off. Each indoor session costs $20.00 and the on the water cost has yet to be determined. It wiil cost more to include private water use fees, lunch, and a half-day's guide fee. For more infomation or any questions, please contact Doug Brown at 505-660-9906.

The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish is accepting entries in a contest to design a logo for the state's new bass fishing license plate. Artists of all ages are invited to enter their original works in the contest. The grand prize winning entry will be reproduced on the state's bass fishing license plate, which will support bass habitat management in waters statewide. The grand prize winner will receive $500. Two $50 prizes will be awarded to winners in the youth division for artists whose 18th birthday is before March 1, 2010. The New Mexico B.A.S.S. Federation Nation and the Department of Game and Fish are each paying half the prize money. A bill passed by the 2009 state Legislature authorized the Motor Vehicle Division to issue the special bass fishing plate for any private motor vehicle except a motorcycle. Motorists can buy a plate for a one-time fee of $25 and an annual fee of $10 in addition to the regular registration fees. All but $10 of those fees will go to the Bass Habitat Management Program of the state Game Protection Fund. The deadline for artwork submissions to the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish for the contest is March 1, 2010. Any two-dimensional media, including but not limited to prints, oils, pastels, acrylics, water media, pen and ink, graphite, photography, digital and mixed media will be considered. Entries must be received by 5 p.m. March 1, 2010, in the Public Information and Outreach Division, Department of Game and Fish, 1 Wildlife Way, P.O. Box 25112, Santa Fe, NM 87504. Entries will be returned only if accompanied by a self-addressed, stamped envelope, or may be picked up at the Department office in Santa Fe after March 15. Artists should submit 35mm slides, prints, high-resolution digital images or original work. Artwork must include the artist's name, address, phone or e-mail and entry category. For more information about the contest, please call (505) 476-8004.

2010 Big Horn Dates: June 5-13!!!! I have been going to FT. Smith MT to fish the Big Horn River below the Yellow Tail Reservoir since June of 2000. I really like this time of year on the ‘Horn, first off the crowds are minimal, and our local rivers are still in run-off. This makes this trip the perfect primer for the up coming Northern New Mexico and Southern Colorado season. Not to mention The Big Horn is quite possibly one of the top 5 tail waters on the planet. Out of 24 spots over the 8 days I will be there I know I only have one boat for two persons available. This is the kind of trip you want to do again and again and most of the returning anglers have been going with me since my second or third trip. So give a call for details and to sign up. The price stays the same, $1600 per person for four nights and three days of guided fishing. All meals, lodging and flies are included, you must get a MT fishing license and you have to get yourself there and back.

The Truchas Chapter of Trout Unlimited has announced the date for their annual banquet. It'll be at the Inn at Loretto on Saturday April 10th. The Guest Speaker will be Brian O'Keefe. If you've seen cover photos on Field & Stream; Outdoor Life; Fly Fisherman; Fly, Rod and Reel; Fly Fishing Salt Waters; Fly and Fish Magazine; Outside Magazine and Mens Journal, then you've probably seen some of Brian O'Keefe's work. A fly fisher from a very early age, Brian has traveled the world in search of good fish and for the past twenty years, great photos. He is a master level certified fly casting instructor (FFF), dynamic speaker, and a tackle rep for Scientific Anglers in Washington, Oregon and Alaska. We are very pleased he will be visitng from his home territory in Oregon to be speaker at our annual Banquet. Expect great raffle and silent auction prizes, good food and excellent company. Stay tuned: We'll have more on Banquet plans as they develop.

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of February 8, 2010

2010-02-13T10:53:00.006-07:00

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of January 25, 2010

2010-01-24T15:27:00.002-07:00

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New Mexico Trout's annual Fly Fishing Conclave is on Saturday January 30th. It'll be at Sandia Prep at 532 Usuna Rd NE in Albuquerque and runs from 8am to 5pm. This year's featured guest speakers are Dave and Emily Whitlock and Rick Takahashi and Jerry Hubka. Dave, of course is a world famous author and artist and along with his wife Emily, put on a very entertaining program. Rick Takahashi and Jerry Hubka are the authors of "Modern Midges" which was just recently published. On of the best tying books I've seen in years with incredible color photos and a unique lay flat binding. The cost is $35 for members of New Mexico Trout and $45 for non-members. Lunch is included. There will be some great raffle prizes as well. For more information or to buy tickets, contact Bob Widgren at bobwidgren@msn.com or 505-884-7501, or see New Mexico Trout's website at newmexicotrout.org.

Just a heads up for anyone going to the San Juan River over the next couple of months. As part of a cost saving plan for the State of New Mexico, state employees will be have to take some unpaid days off. Unfortunately, that means that State Parks will be closed on some of the busier days on some of the places we like to fish like Navajo Lake State Park (San Juan River below Navajo Dam is within the state park) and Villanueva State Park on the Pecos River. In accordance with the furlough plan, New Mexico State Parks will not be open to the public on the following days:
• Tuesday, February 9, 2010
• Tuesday, March 2, 2010
• Tuesday, March 23, 2010
State Parks will ropen the following day at 7:00 am. State parks will remain open on all holidays as usual, including Christmas, New Years Day, Martin Luther
King, Jr. Day, Easter, Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Labor Day. Be careful if decide to go on those days anyway, they have threatened to issue citations for trespassing.

The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish is accepting entries in a contest to design a logo for the state's new bass fishing license plate. Artists of all ages are invited to enter their original works in the contest. The grand prize winning entry will be reproduced on the state's bass fishing license plate, which will support bass habitat management in waters statewide. The grand prize winner will receive $500. Two $50 prizes will be awarded to winners in the youth division for artists whose 18th birthday is before March 1, 2010. The New Mexico B.A.S.S. Federation Nation and the Department of Game and Fish are each paying half the prize money. A bill passed by the 2009 state Legislature authorized the Motor Vehicle Division to issue the special bass fishing plate for any private motor vehicle except a motorcycle. Motorists can buy a plate for a one-time fee of $25 and an annual fee of $10 in addition to the regular registration fees. All but $10 of those fees will go to the Bass Habitat Management Program of the state Game Protection Fund. The deadline for artwork submissions to the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish for the contest is March 1, 2010. Any two-dimensional media, including but not limited to prints, oils, pastels, acrylics, water media, pen and ink, graphite, photography, digital and mixed media will be considered. Entries must be received by 5 p.m. March 1, 2010, in the Public Information and Outreach Division, Department of Game and Fish, 1 Wildlife Way, P.O. Box 25112, Santa Fe, NM 87504. Entries will be returned only if accompanied by a self-addressed, stamped envelope, or may be picked up at the Department office in Santa Fe after March 15. Artists should submit 35mm slides, prints, high-resolution digital images or original work. Artwork must include the artist's name, address, phone or e-mail and entry category. For more information about the contest, please call (505) 476-8004.

The Big Move is done!! We are still polishing the new spot and thanks to all of you who came to lend a hand, we couldn’t have done it with out you! Just in case you didn’t hear, we are now directly across the street from the old location. The new address is 460 Cerrillos Road. We are the Cerrillos /Sandoval split now! I will be striping the parking lot soon, but you will see there is easy parking around the building from every side, come on down a check it out!! Please park at the new location, or at a meter on Sandoval. It is important that we make every effort not to park in the old lot behind the old location, thanks!

2010 Big Horn Dates: June 5-13!!!! I have been going to FT. Smith MT to fish the Big Horn River below the Yellow Tail Reservoir since June of 2000. I really like this time of year on the ‘Horn, first off the crowds are minimal, and our local rivers are still in run-off. This makes this trip the perfect primer for the up coming Northern New Mexico and Southern Colorado season. Not to mention The Big Horn is quite possibly one of the top 5 tail waters on the planet. Out of 24 spots over the 8 days I will be there I know I only have 8 to 10 spots available. This is the kind of trip you want to do again and again and most of the returning anglers have been going with me since my second or third trip. So give a call for details and to sign up. The price stays the same, $1600 per person for four nights and three days of guided fishing. All meals, lodging and flies are included, you must get a MT fishing license and you have to get yourself there and back.

The Truchas Chapter of Trout Unlimited has announced the date for their annual banquet. It'll be at the Inn at Loretto on Saturday April 10th. The Guest Speaker will be Brian O'Keefe. If you've seen cover photos on Field & Stream; Outdoor Life; Fly Fisherman; Fly, Rod and Reel; Fly Fishing Salt Waters; Fly and Fish Magazine; Outside Magazine and Mens Journal, then you've probably seen some of Brian O'Keefe's work. A fly fisher from a very early age, Brian has traveled the world in search of good fish and for the past twenty years, great photos. He is a master level certified fly casting instructor (FFF), dynamic speaker, and a tackle rep for Scientific Anglers in Washington, Oregon and Alaska. We are very pleased he will be visitng from his home territory in Oregon to be speaker at our annual Banquet. Expect great raffle and silent auction prizes, good food and excellent company. Stay tuned: We'll have more on Banquet plans as they develop.

Fly Fishing News for the Week of January 11, 2010

2010-01-16T10:58:00.004-07:00

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New Mexico Trout's annual Fly Fishing Conclave is on Saturday January 30th. It'll be at Sandia Prep at 532 Usuna Rd NE in Albuquerque and runs from 8am to 5pm. This year's featured guest speakers are Dave and Emily Whitlock and Rick Takahashi and Jerry Hubka. Dave, of course is a world famous author and artist and along with his wife Emily, put on a very entertaining program. Rick Takahashi and Jerry Hubka are the authors of "Modern Midges" which was just recently published. On of the best tying books I've seen in years with incredible color photos and a unique lay flat binding. The cost is $35 for members of New Mexico Trout and $45 for non-members. Lunch is included. There will be some great raffle prizes as well. For more information or to buy tickets, contact Bob Widgren at bobwidgren@msn.com or 505-884-7501, or see New Mexico Trout's website at newmexicotrout.org.

Just a heads up for anyone going to the San Juan River over the next couple of months. As part of a cost saving plan for the State of New Mexico, state employees will be have to take some unpaid days off. Unfortunately, that means that State Parks will be closed on some of the busier days on some of the places we like to fish like Navajo Lake State Park (San Juan River below Navajo Dam is within the state park) and Villanueva State Park on the Pecos River. In accordance with the furlough plan, New Mexico State Parks will not be open to the public on the following days:
• Tuesday, February 9, 2010
• Tuesday, March 2, 2010
• Tuesday, March 23, 2010
State Parks will ropen the following day at 7:00 am. State parks will remain open on all holidays as usual, including Christmas, New Years Day, Martin Luther
King, Jr. Day, Easter, Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Labor Day. Be careful if decide to go on those days anyway, they have threatened to issue citations for trespassing.

The Big Move is done!! We are still polishing the new spot and thanks to all of you who came to lend a hand, we couldn’t have done it with out you! Just in case you didn’t hear, we are now directly across the street from the old location. The new address is 460 Cerrillos Road. We are the Cerrillos /Sandoval split now! I will be striping the parking lot soon, but you will see there is easy parking around the building from every side, come on down a check it out!! Please park at the new location, or at a meter on Sandoval. It is important that we make every effort not to park in the old lot behind the old location, thanks!

2010 Big Horn Dates: June 5-13!!!! I have been going to FT. Smith MT to fish the Big Horn River below the Yellow Tail Reservoir since June of 2000. I really like this time of year on the ‘Horn, first off the crowds are minimal, and our local rivers are still in run-off. This makes this trip the perfect primer for the up coming Northern New Mexico and Southern Colorado season. Not to mention The Big Horn is quite possibly one of the top 5 tail waters on the planet. Out of 24 spots over the 8 days I will be there I know I only have 8 to 10 spots available. This is the kind of trip you want to do again and again and most of the returning anglers have been going with me since my second or third trip. So give a call for details and to sign up. The price stays the same, $1600 per person for four nights and three days of guided fishing. All meals, lodging and flies are included, you must get a MT fishing license and you have to get yourself there and back.

The Truchas Chapter of Trout Unlimited has announced the date for their annual banquet. It'll be at the Inn at Loretto on Saturday April 10th. The Guest Speaker will be Brian O'Keefe. If you've seen cover photos on Field & Stream; Outdoor Life; Fly Fisherman; Fly, Rod and Reel; Fly Fishing Salt Waters; Fly and Fish Magazine; Outside Magazine and Mens Journal, then you've probably seen some of Brian O'Keefe's work. A fly fisher from a very early age, Brian has traveled the world in search of good fish and for the past twenty years, great photos. He is a master level certified fly casting instructor (FFF), dynamic speaker, and a tackle rep for Scientific Anglers in Washington, Oregon and Alaska. We are very pleased he will be visitng from his home territory in Oregon to be speaker at our annual Banquet. Expect great raffle and silent auction prizes, good food and excellent company. Stay tuned: We'll have more on Banquet plans as they develop.

Fly Fishing News for the Week of December 14, 2009

2009-12-13T11:56:00.003-07:00

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Dr. Scott Sparrow from the Kingfisher Inn will be in town on Friday December 18th to put on a slide show and video about the Laguna Madre of south Texas. Scott is an excellent photographer, an awesome captain and one heck of an author as well. Along with his photos and video he will be available for a book signing both before and after the show. We took a great group of anglers down to fish with Scott around the first of November and had a great time. All the Captains are superb on the fly and I would recommend Randy, Rick, Roel, and Scott to anyone headed to the Laguna Madre. I must admit, I love fishing for Redfish, especially in my home state of Texas, but fishing with Ed and all the guys who went down with us was really the highlight. We all caught fish and there were at least six Red Fish caught that pushed the 30” mark. Come on down around 5:00-5:30 mingle, eat, drink, buy a book from Scott and have him sign it. Healing the Fisher King is a really good book and will make a great gift for the angler in the family.

Just a heads up for anyone going to the San Juan River on Christmas Eve December 24th. As part of a cost saving plan for the State of New Mexico, state employees will be have to take some unpaid days off for the next few months. Unfortunately, that means that State Parks will be closed on some of the busiest three day weekends on some of the places we like to fish like Navajo Lake State Park (San Juan River below Navajo Dam is within the state park) and Villanueva State Park on the Pecos River. Governor Bill Richardson previously approved the alternative furlough plan for State Parks, but the plan had to be heard and approved by the State Personal Board. The Board approved the plan on Wednesday, December 16. In accordance with the furlough plan, New Mexico State Parks will not be open to the public on the following days:
• Thursday, December 24, 2009
• Friday, January 15, 2010
• Tuesday, February 9, 2010
• Tuesday, March 2, 2010
• Tuesday, March 23, 2010
State Parks will ropen the following day at 7:00 am. State parks will remain open on all holidays as usual, including Christmas, New Years Day, Martin Luther
King, Jr. Day, Easter, Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Labor Day. Be careful if decide to go anyway, they have threatened to issue citations for trespassing.

The Big Move is done!! We are still polishing the new spot and thanks to all of you who came to lend a hand, we couldn’t have done it with out you! Just in case you didn’t hear, we are now directly across the street from the old location. The new address is 460 Cerrillos Road. We are the Cerrillos /Sandoval split now! I will be striping the parking lot soon, but you will see there is easy parking around the building from every side, come on down a check it out!! Please park at the new location, or at a meter on Sandoval. It is important that we make every effort not to park in the old lot behind the old location, thanks!

Tad Tucker, one of our full time guide staff would like to thank those individuals that made such a strong showing at this year's New Mexico Trout Fly Tying Symposium. Tad organized the group and with the support and creativity displayed by J.P., Mark, Jim M., Jim W., Marcos, Tom, Isaac, and Rick, this year's Symposium was one of the best yet. Thanks guys, your continued support for not only the High Desert Angler, but of organizations like New Mexico Trout is truly valued.

2010 Big Horn Dates: June 5-13!!!! I have been going to FT. Smith MT to fish the Big Horn River below the Yellow Tail Reservoir since June of 2000. I really like this time of year on the ‘Horn, first off the crowds are minimal, and our local rivers are still in run-off. This makes this trip the perfect primer for the up coming Northern New Mexico and Southern Colorado season. Not to mention The Big Horn is quite possibly one of the top 5 tail waters on the planet. Out of 24 spots over the 8 days I will be there I know I only have 8 to 10 spots available. This is the kind of trip you want to do again and again and most of the returning anglers have been going with me since my second or third trip. So give a call for details and to sign up. The price stays the same, $1600 per person for four nights and three days of guided fishing. All meals, lodging and flies are included, you must get a MT fishing license and you have to get yourself there and back.

Winter Deals for you and yours!! I say it every year, “It may not be the best to give but it’s the best to get!!” I’m talking about Gift Cards no doubt, and it’s what the true angler really wants!!! After so many seasons with all of these anglers from all over the country and the world it is apparent that we as anglers are very picky about our equipment, and apparel. Sure, buy me a fishing shirt and I’ll wear it, even a Windstopper jacket, or a stocking cap with some new fingerless gloves. Those are great gifts, but what I really want is a new rod and reel, or a new pair of boots and waders. Maybe deep inside I am sick of the old vest and I am ready for one of those killer new fanny packs!! This is what the angler on your list is thinking. My point is only that these are things I have got to make my own decision on, and I need to cast it or feel it or stuff boxes in it to see how it works, maybe try it all on so I know it fits and the boots feel right. This friends, is where the gift card shines. This is the gift that’s sure to be a favorite. Let the angler on your list remain as picky as a San Juan Rainbow, after all, it’s our nature. There are still quite a few discontinued items, and all are marked down from 20% to over 60% off. Come see the new store and take advantage of these offers!!! See you here or on the water!!!

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of November 30, 2009

2009-12-05T16:27:00.002-07:00

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THE BIG MOVE!!!

The Big Move is done!! We are still polishing the new spot and thanks to all of you who came to lend a hand, we couldn’t have done it with out you! Just in case you didn’t hear, we are now directly across the street from the old location. The new address is 460 Cerrillos Road. We are the Cerrillos /Sandoval split now! I will be striping the parking lot soon, but you will see there is easy parking around the building from every side, come on down a check it out!! Please park at the new location, or at a meter on Sandoval. It is important that we make every effort not to park in the old lot behind the old location, thanks!

Norm’s tying class for December is on Saturday the 12th from 9:30-12:30. You must sign up for this class and space is limited to eight tiers. Remember if you take a class at High Desert Angler you always get 15% off all your fly tying materials the day of the class!! So learn something new and get a great price on materials to boot!!

Dr. Scott Sparrow from the Kingfisher Inn will be in town on Friday December 18th to put on a slide show and video about the Laguna Madre of south Texas. Scott is an excellent photographer, an awesome captain and one heck of an author as well. Along with his photos and video he will be available for a book signing both before and after the show. We took a great group of anglers down to fish with Scott around the first of November and had a great time. All the Captains are superb on the fly and I would recommend Randy, Rick, Roel, and Scott to anyone headed to the Laguna Madre. I must admit, I love fishing for Redfish, especially in my home state of Texas, but fishing with Ed and all the guys who went down with us was really the highlight. We all caught fish and there were at least six Red Fish caught that pushed the 30” mark. Come on down around 5:00-5:30 mingle, eat, drink, buy a book from Scott and have him sign it. Healing the Fisher King is a really good book and will make a great gift for the angler in the family.

2010 Big Horn Dates: June 5-13!!!! I have been going to FT. Smith MT to fish the Big Horn River below the Yellow Tail Reservoir since June of 2000. I really like this time of year on the ‘Horn, first off the crowds are minimal, and our local rivers are still in run-off. This makes this trip the perfect primer for the up coming Northern New Mexico and Southern Colorado season. Not to mention The Big Horn is quite possibly one of the top 5 tail waters on the planet. Out of 24 spots over the 8 days I will be there I know I only have 8 to 10 spots available. This is the kind of trip you want to do again and again and most of the returning anglers have been going with me since my second or third trip. So give a call for details and to sign up. The price stays the same, $1600 per person for four nights and three days of guided fishing. All meals, lodging and flies are included, you must get a MT fishing license and you have to get yourself there and back.

Winter Deals for you and yours!! I say it every year, “It may not be the best to give but it’s the best to get!!” I’m talking about Gift Cards no doubt, and it’s what the true angler really wants!!! After so many seasons with all of these anglers from all over the country and the world it is apparent that we as anglers are very picky about our equipment, and apparel. Sure, buy me a fishing shirt and I’ll wear it, even a Windstopper jacket, or a stocking cap with some new fingerless gloves. Those are great gifts, but what I really want is a new rod and reel, or a new pair of boots and waders. Maybe deep inside I am sick of the old vest and I am ready for one of those killer new fanny packs!! This is what the angler on your list is thinking. My point is only that these are things I have got to make my own decision on, and I need to cast it or feel it or stuff boxes in it to see how it works, maybe try it all on so I know it fits and the boots feel right. This friends, is where the gift card shines. This is the gift that’s sure to be a favorite. Let the angler on your list remain as picky as a San Juan Rainbow, after all, it’s our nature. There are still quite a few discontinued items, and all are marked down from 20% to over 60% off. Come see the new store and take advantage of these offers!!! See you here or on the water!!!

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of November 16, 2009

2009-11-19T11:43:00.003-07:00

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THE BIG MOVE!!
BUY IT NOW SO WE DON’T HAVE TO MOVE IT!!!

Yes, you read it right, we are moving again! This time it feels really good too, our new location is 460 Cerrillos Rd, directly across the street from where we are currently. Now we really are right at the Cerrillos Sandoval split, heck we are the split now. Great parking, easy access, more space, and some great deals with the always friendly expert advice you know us for. To help lighten the load and make room for new 2010 items we are marking all the discontinued items down even more. We have stuff from 20% to over 60% off. This includes boots, waders, saltwater rods, fly boxes, flies and more. Bare with us through the next couple weeks as a move tends to take it’s toll on anyone. We will be in the new location on Monday November 23rd. Rest assured though, 2010 is going to be a great year for fly fishing and High Desert Angler is stepping it up a notch in several ways. Stay tuned, come get some gear, and check out the new digs, it’s just going to get better and better!!!

Starting on September 1st we have decided to make a slight adjustment on the way we deal with returning a rod to the manufacturer for warranty repair. The consumer can go to our website and link directly to the manufacturer where you can download a repair form and ship the item on your own. You can pay by credit card, check or money order included with your repair. If you would like us to take care of this service, we will complete the repair form, pack, ship, insure, and track your package all the way back to the shop and call you when it arrives for a total cost of $75 plus tax. The shipping costs for us have gone up so much that with out this in-shop increase we simply can’t afford this service for our customers. The benefit to you having us ship your item is that we have the shipping tubes, packing material, a UPS pick up and daily drop off, and a commercial addresses where the package has to be signed for. We want to be able to assist you in every way, and we hope this isn’t really anything but extending our service to you in a way that covers our costs in the shipping and handling category, thank you for your understanding.

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of November 2, 2009

2009-11-07T11:15:00.000-07:00

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of October 12, 2009

2009-10-12T12:17:00.001-06:00

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Sales! Sales! Sales! This is the time of year where we get to mark down a few items that are slated to be discontinued. Some of these deals might be better than waiting to see the latest and greatest for next year. We have vests, shirts, wading boots, and even some waders that are marked down from 25%-50% off. If you’re looking for an inexpensive reel, there are a few left and priced to move, especially if you are looking for a nice salt water reel. If a salt water rod is in your future, Sage has just announced the Xi2’s are on the chopping block. They are all down almost $200 and I really only have a few left. These are great rods with lifetime warranties.

Starting on September 1st we have decided to make a slight adjustment on the way we deal with returning a rod to the manufacturer for warranty repair. The consumer can go to our website and link directly to the manufacturer where you can download a repair form and ship the item on your own. You can pay by credit card, check or money order included with your repair. If you would like us to take care of this service, we will complete the repair form, pack, ship, insure, and track your package all the way back to the shop and call you when it arrives for a total cost of $75 plus tax. The shipping costs for us have gone up so much that with out this in-shop increase we simply can’t afford this service for our customers. The benefit to you having us ship your item is that we have the shipping tubes, packing material, a UPS pick up and daily drop off, and a commercial addresses where the package has to be signed for. We want to be able to assist you in every way, and we hope this isn’t really anything but extending our service to you in a way that covers our costs in the shipping and handling category, thank you for your understanding.

Pecos National Historical Park hosts 3 miles of fishing opportunity along the Pecos River. Three fishing seasons have been established for 2009. The Fall season begins Thursday September 3rd and ends Monday November 2nd. They will begin accepting reservations for the Fall season beginning August 3. Anglers will be provided the opportunity to fish the Pecos River within the park Thursdays through Mondays; 8:30am-3pm in Fall season. To make reservations to fish there, visit the Park's website at http://www.nps.gov/peco/planyourvisit/fishing.htm or call 505-757-7272.

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of October 5, 2009

2009-10-08T10:59:00.002-06:00

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Sales! Sales! Sales! This is the time of year where we get to mark down a few items that are slated to be discontinued. Some of these deals might be better than waiting to see the latest and greatest for next year. We have vests, shirts, wading boots, and even some waders that are marked down from 25%-50% off. If you’re looking for an inexpensive reel, there are a few left and priced to move, especially if you are looking for a nice salt water reel. If a salt water rod is in your future the Sage has just announced the Xi2’s are on the chopping block. They are all down almost $200 and I really only have a few left. These are great rods with lifetime warranties.

Starting on September 1st we have decided to make a slight adjustment on the way we deal with returning a rod to the manufacturer for warranty repair. The consumer can go to our website and link directly to the manufacturer where you can download a repair form and ship the item on your own. You can pay by credit card, check or money order included with your repair. If you would like us to take care of this service, we will complete the repair form, pack, ship, insure, and track your package all the way back to the shop and call you when it arrives for a total cost of $75 plus tax. The shipping costs for us have gone up so much that with out this in-shop increase we simply can’t afford this service for our customers. The benefit to you having us ship your item is that we have the shipping tubes, packing material, a UPS pick up and daily drop off, and a commercial addresses where the package has to be signed for. We want to be able to assist you in every way, and we hope this isn’t really anything but extending our service to you in a way that covers our costs in the shipping and handling category, thank you for your understanding.

Pecos National Historical Park hosts 3 miles of fishing opportunity along the Pecos River. Three fishing seasons have been established for 2009. The Fall season begins Thursday September 3rd and ends Monday November 2nd. They will begin accepting reservations for the Fall season beginning August 3. Anglers will be provided the opportunity to fish the Pecos River within the park Thursdays through Mondays; 8:30am-3pm in Fall season. To make reservations to fish there, visit the Park's website at http://www.nps.gov/peco/planyourvisit/fishing.htm or call 505-757-7272.

Help keep the lights on! The Upper Pecos Watershed Association is hard at work in its efforts to improve water quality in the Pecos and its tributaries, provide better recreational opportunities, and preserve the traditional cultures of the Pecos Watershed. They cannot do it without your help! The grants that fund their work do not cover all of the costs of keeping their office open and must be matched with non-federal or state funds or donations in kind. Please consider helping the Pecos with your donation. To keep the office open, UPWA needs $1300.00 per month. For more information, or to help, please contact Lexy at (505) 757-3600 or Upper Pecos Watershed Association [upwa@cybermesa.com]. Thanks for your support.

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of August 24, 2009

2009-08-27T09:11:00.002-06:00

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Another Huge Thank You Goes Out to all of our visiting anglers and most importantly our local anglers who really got out there and fished their hearts out this season. I was truly impressed with the amount of feed back, reports, and over all support all of our customers helped out with this year. We saw all of our old friends and made a bunch of new ones at the same time

Sales! Sales! Sales! This is the time of year where we get to mark down a few items that are slated to be discontinued. Some of these deals might be better than waiting to see the latest and greatest for next year. We have bags, vests, shirts, wading boots, and even some waders that are marked down from 25%-50% off. If you’re looking for an inexpensive reel, there are a few left and priced to move, especially if you are looking for a nice salt water reel. If a salt water rod is in your future the Sage has just announced the Xi2’s are on the chopping block. They are all down almost $200 and I really only have a few left. I also have a couple of the Sage Launches left too: 1 376, 2 590’s, and one 690-4, these are great entry level rods with lifetime warranties.

Starting on September 1st we have decided to make a slight adjustment on the way we deal with returning a rod to the manufacturer for warranty repair. The consumer can go to our website and link directly to the manufacturer where you can download a repair form and ship the item on your own. You can pay by credit card, check or money order included with your repair. If you would like us to take care of this service, we will complete the repair form, pack, ship, insure, and track your package all the way back to the shop and call you when it arrives for a total cost of $75 plus tax. The shipping costs for us have gone up so much that with out this in-shop increase we simply can’t afford this service for our customers. The benefit to you having us ship your item is that we have the shipping tubes, packing material, a UPS pick up and daily drop off, and a commercial addresses where the package has to be signed for. We want to be able to assist you in every way, and we hope this isn’t really anything but extending our service to you in a way that covers our costs in the shipping and handling category, thank you for your understanding.

Help keep the lights on! The Upper Pecos Watershed Association is hard at work in its efforts to improve water quality in the Pecos and its tributaries, provide better recreational opportunities, and preserve the traditional cultures of the Pecos Watershed. They cannot do it without your help! The grants that fund their work do not cover all of the costs of keeping their office open and must be matched with non-federal or state funds or donations in kind. Please consider helping the Pecos with your donation. To keep the office open, UPWA needs $1300.00 per month. For more information, or to help, please contact Lexy at (505) 757-3600 or Upper Pecos Watershed Association [upwa@cybermesa.com]. Thanks for your support.

Pecos National Historical Park hosts 3 miles of fishing opportunity along the Pecos River. Three fishing seasons have been established for 2009. The Fall season begins Thursday September 3rd and ends Monday November 2nd. They will begin accepting reservations for the Fall season beginning August 3. Anglers will be provided the opportunity to fish the Pecos River within the park Thursdays through Mondays; 8:30am-3pm in Fall season. To make reservations to fish there, visit the Park's website at http://www.nps.gov/peco/planyourvisit/fishing.htm or call 505-757-7272.

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of August 17, 2009

2009-08-17T09:52:00.002-06:00

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Help keep the lights on! The Upper Pecos Watershed Association is hard at work in its efforts to improve water quality in the Pecos and its tributaries, provide better recreational opportunities, and preserve the traditional cultures of the Pecos Watershed. They cannot do it without your help! The grants that fund their work do not cover all of the costs of keeping their office open and must be matched with non-federal or state funds or donations in kind. Please consider helping the Pecos with your donation. To keep the office open, UPWA needs $1300.00 per month. For more information, or to help, please contact Lexy at (505) 757-3600 or Upper Pecos Watershed Association [upwa@cybermesa.com]. Thanks for your support.

Pecos National Historical Park hosts 3 miles of fishing opportunity along the Pecos River. Three fishing seasons have been established for 2009. The Fall season begins Thursday September 3rd and ends Monday November 2nd. They will begin accepting reservations for the Fall season beginning August 3. Anglers will be provided the opportunity to fish the Pecos River within the park Thursdays through Mondays; 8:30am-3pm in Fall season. To make reservations to fish there, visit the Park's website at http://www.nps.gov/peco/planyourvisit/fishing.htm or call 505-757-7272.

Phil Howes, the Department of Game and Fish conservation officer stationed in Pecos, has been named New Mexico Wildlife Officer of the Year, a prestigious award sponsored by the conservation organization Shikar-Safari Club International. Howes, 40, has been a conservation officer in Pecos for nine years, working with the community to promote wildlife management and law enforcement. His day-to-day duties include horseback patrols in the Pecos Wilderness, monitoring the Pecos bighorn sheep herd, and educating the community about coexisting with bears and other wildlife. "Phil's work with his local community and wildlife biologists has been greatly appreciated by all who have had the pleasure to work with him," said Chris Neary, the Department's Northeast Area Assistant Chief. "He is a great representative for the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish." Howes earned a masters degree in Wildlife Science from New Mexico State University. Congratulations to Phil on this award, he is a very hard working officer and has a tough job keeping his assigned area safe while improving our state's wildlife.

We Have a Winner!!!! With great honor and pleasure we are proud to announce our first annual youth photo contest winner Henry Kuchta!!! Henry lives up north of Questa with his little brother Joaquin, Dad Chuck and Mother Kathy. Chuck and their family friend Steve Hoxie have been hard at work teaching Henry the fine art of fly fishing and catch and release. They fish some area ponds and lakes. But really love to the Costilla, Latir Creek, Red River, Rio Grande, and the Culebra in Southern Colorado. Henry’s photo won him a Ross World Wide 476-4 Journey built just for kids!! Great job Henry, now that we know you can out fish Steve and your Dad, you are an honorary HDA Field Staff member as well!! Way to go, Henry!!!!

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of August 10, 2009

2009-08-10T11:55:00.001-06:00

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We Have a Winner!!!! With great honor and pleasure we are proud to announce our first annual youth photo contest winner Henry Kuchta!!! Henry lives up north of Questa with his little brother Joaquin, Dad Chuck and Mother Kathy. Chuck and their family friend Steve Hoxie have been hard at work teaching Henry the fine art of fly fishing and catch and release. They fish some area ponds and lakes. But really love to the Costilla, Latir Creek, Red River, Rio Grande, and the Culebra in Southern Colorado. Henry’s photo won him a Ross World Wide 476-4 Journey built just for kids!! Great job Henry, now that we know you can out fish Steve and your Dad, you are an honorary HDA Field Staff member as well!! Way to go, Henry!!!!

Pecos National Historical Park hosts 3 miles of fishing opportunity along the Pecos River. Three fishing seasons have been established for 2009. The Fall season begins Thursday September 3rd and ends Monday November 2nd. They will begin accepting reservations for the Fall season beginning August 3. Anglers will be provided the opportunity to fish the Pecos River within the park Thursdays through Mondays; 8:30am-3pm in Fall season. To make reservations to fish there, visit the Park's website at http://www.nps.gov/peco/planyourvisit/fishing.htm or call 505-757-7272.

Phil Howes, the Department of Game and Fish conservation officer stationed in Pecos, has been named New Mexico Wildlife Officer of the Year, a prestigious award sponsored by the conservation organization Shikar-Safari Club International. Howes, 40, has been a conservation officer in Pecos for nine years, working with the community to promote wildlife management and law enforcement. His day-to-day duties include horseback patrols in the Pecos Wilderness, monitoring the Pecos bighorn sheep herd, and educating the community about coexisting with bears and other wildlife. "Phil's work with his local community and wildlife biologists has been greatly appreciated by all who have had the pleasure to work with him," said Chris Neary, the Department's Northeast Area Assistant Chief. "He is a great representative for the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish." Howes earned a masters degree in Wildlife Science from New Mexico State University. Congratulations to Phil on this award, he is a very hard working officer and has a tough job keeping his assigned area safe while improving our state's wildlife.

New Mexico Department of Game and Fish has stocked some Rio Grande Cutthroats into the Pecos River above the village of Pecos and into the Rio Grande Gorge. It'll be a cool thing to catch a Rio Grande Cutthroat, our state fish, in a place where they were once the only trout species. Take the kids fishing and your entry with their very first Cutthroat on a fly, in one of these beautiful places, could win them their very own fly rod! Remember that there is a reduced bag limit on cutthroat trout and really all cutthroat trout should be released immediately after being caught to protect our resource.

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of August 3, 2009

2009-08-03T08:54:00.005-06:00

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We Have a Winner!!!! With great honor and pleasure we are proud to announce our first annual youth photo contest winner Henry Kuchta!!! Henry lives up north of Questa with his little brother Joaquin, Dad Chuck and Mother Kathy. Chuck and their family friend Steve Hoxie have been hard at work teaching Henry the fine art of fly fishing and catch and release. They fish some area ponds and lakes. But really love to the Costilla, Latir Creek, Red River, Rio Grande, and the Culebra in Southern Colorado. Henry’s photo won him a Ross World Wide 476-4 Journey built just for kids!! Great job Henry, now that we know you can out fish Steve and your Dad, you are an honorary HDA Field Staff member as well!! Way to go, Henry!!!!

Phil Howes, the Department of Game and Fish conservation officer stationed in Pecos, has been named New Mexico Wildlife Officer of the Year, a prestigious award sponsored by the conservation organization Shikar-Safari Club International. Howes, 40, has been a conservation officer in Pecos for nine years, working with the community to promote wildlife management and law enforcement. His day-to-day duties include horseback patrols in the Pecos Wilderness, monitoring the Pecos bighorn sheep herd, and educating the community about coexisting with bears and other wildlife. "Phil's work with his local community and wildlife biologists has been greatly appreciated by all who have had the pleasure to work with him," said Chris Neary, the Department's Northeast Area Assistant Chief. "He is a great representative for the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish." Howes earned a masters degree in Wildlife Science from New Mexico State University. Congratulations to Phil on this award, he is a very hard working officer and has a tough job keeping his assigned area safe while improving our state's wildlife.

Pecos National Historical Park hosts 3 miles of fishing opportunity along the Pecos River. Three fishing seasons have been established for 2009. The Fall season begins Thursday September 3rd and ends Monday November 2nd. They will begin accepting reservations for the Fall season beginning August 3. Anglers will be provided the opportunity to fish the Pecos River within the park Thursdays through Mondays; 8:30am-3pm in the Spring and Fall seasons. To make reservations to fish there, visit the Park's website at http://www.nps.gov/peco/planyourvisit/fishing.htm or call 505-757-7272.

New Mexico Department of Game and Fish has stocked some Rio Grande Cutthroats into the Pecos River above the village of Pecos and into the Rio Grande Gorge. It'll be a cool thing to catch a Rio Grande Cutthroat, our state fish, in a place where they were once the only trout species. Take the kids fishing and your entry with their very first Cutthroat on a fly, in one of these beautiful places, could win them their very own fly rod! Remember that there is a reduced bag limit on cutthroat trout and really all cutthroat trout should be released immediately after being caught to protect our resource.

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of July 27, 2009

2009-07-29T08:54:00.001-06:00

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There is only 2 days left to enter a child in our Youth Photo Contest. We want to remind you that your daughter or son could be the winner of their very own fly rod by entering your children's photo in our contest. Here are the rules: fish must be caught and landed by child, fish must be caught with fly rod and artificial fly, fish must be caught this summer, and child must be 12yrs or younger. Send you’re photo to our email address at hda@highdesertangler.com and put Youth Photo Contest in the subject line. Please limit your e-mail to one photo, but enter as many times as you want! So start shooting at every opportunity! By entering your photo you are allowing us to possibly use it on our web site. The HDA staff will be judging these photos. That being said, it’s not all about size, although it won’t hurt. Any species of fish counts. We want to see good times being had by the kids, good backdrops of where they were fishing, and massive fish catching grins!!! The prize will be a Ross Worldwide “Journey Series Youth Fly Rod,” either a blue rod for boys or a pink rod for girls. The contest runs through July 31st, and the judging and results will be announced August 1st!! Get the kids out this summer and have a great time.

Phil Howes, the Department of Game and Fish conservation officer stationed in Pecos, has been named New Mexico Wildlife Officer of the Year, a prestigious award sponsored by the conservation organization Shikar-Safari Club International. Howes, 40, has been a conservation officer in Pecos for nine years, working with the community to promote wildlife management and law enforcement. His day-to-day duties include horseback patrols in the Pecos Wilderness, monitoring the Pecos bighorn sheep herd, and educating the community about coexisting with bears and other wildlife. "Phil's work with his local community and wildlife biologists has been greatly appreciated by all who have had the pleasure to work with him," said Chris Neary, the Department's Northeast Area Assistant Chief. "He is a great representative for the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish." Howes earned a masters degree in Wildlife Science from New Mexico State University. Congratulations to Phil on this award, he is a very hard working officer and has a tough job keeping his assigned area safe while improving our state's wildlife.

Pecos National Historical Park hosts 3 miles of fishing opportunity along the Pecos River. Three fishing seasons have been established for 2009. The Fishing Program at Pecos National Historical Park had been suspended during the high water of spring runoff. The Summer season begins Thursday June 18th and ends Monday August 3rd. The Park will begin accepting reservations for the Summer season beginning May 18. The Fall season begins Thursday September 3rd and ends Monday November 2nd. They will begin accepting reservations for the Fall season beginning August 3. Anglers will be provided the opportunity to fish the Pecos River within the park Thursdays through Mondays; 8:30am-3pm in the Spring and Fall seasons. The Summer season will provide the opportunity to fish the Pecos River within the park Thursdays through Mondays, 8:30am-4:30pm. To make reservations to fish there, visit the Park's website at http://www.nps.gov/peco/planyourvisit/fishing.htm or call 505-757-7272.

New Mexico Department of Game and Fish has stocked some Rio Grande Cutthroats into the Pecos River above the village of Pecos and into the Rio Grande Gorge. It'll be a cool thing to catch a Rio Grande Cutthroat, our state fish, in a place where they were once the only trout species. Take the kids fishing and your entry with their very first Cutthroat on a fly, in one of these beautiful places, could win them their very own fly rod! Remember that there is a reduced bag limit on cutthroat trout and really all cutthroat trout should be released immediately after being caught to protect our resource.

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of July 20, 2009

2009-07-06T09:35:00.001-06:00

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There is only 6 days left to enter a child in our Youth Photo Contest. We want to remind you that your daughter or son could be the winner of their very own fly rod by entering your children's photo in our contest. Here are the rules: fish must be caught and landed by child, fish must be caught with fly rod and artificial fly, fish must be caught this summer, and child must be 12yrs or younger. Send you’re photo to our email address at hda@highdesertangler.com and put Youth Photo Contest in the subject line. Please limit your e-mail to one photo, but enter as many times as you want! So start shooting at every opportunity! By entering your photo you are allowing us to possibly use it on our web site. The HDA staff will be judging these photos. That being said, it’s not all about size, although it won’t hurt. Any species of fish counts. We want to see good times being had by the kids, good backdrops of where they were fishing, and massive fish catching grins!!! The prize will be a Ross Worldwide “Journey Series Youth Fly Rod,” either a blue rod for boys or a pink rod for girls. The contest runs through July 31st, and the judging and results will be announced August 1st!! Get the kids out this summer and have a great time.

Phil Howes, the Department of Game and Fish conservation officer stationed in Pecos, has been named New Mexico Wildlife Officer of the Year, a prestigious award sponsored by the conservation organization Shikar-Safari Club International. Howes, 40, has been a conservation officer in Pecos for nine years, working with the community to promote wildlife management and law enforcement. His day-to-day duties include horseback patrols in the Pecos Wilderness, monitoring the Pecos bighorn sheep herd, and educating the community about coexisting with bears and other wildlife. "Phil's work with his local community and wildlife biologists has been greatly appreciated by all who have had the pleasure to work with him," said Chris Neary, the Department's Northeast Area Assistant Chief. "He is a great representative for the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish." Howes earned a masters degree in Wildlife Science from New Mexico State University. Congratulations to Phil on this award, he is a very hard working officer and has a tough job keeping his assigned area safe while improving our state's wildlife.

Pecos National Historical Park hosts 3 miles of fishing opportunity along the Pecos River. Three fishing seasons have been established for 2009. The Fishing Program at Pecos National Historical Park had been suspended during the high water of spring runoff. The Summer season begins Thursday June 18th and ends Monday August 3rd. The Park will begin accepting reservations for the Summer season beginning May 18. The Fall season begins Thursday September 3rd and ends Monday November 2nd. They will begin accepting reservations for the Fall season beginning August 3. Anglers will be provided the opportunity to fish the Pecos River within the park Thursdays through Mondays; 8:30am-3pm in the Spring and Fall seasons. The Summer season will provide the opportunity to fish the Pecos River within the park Thursdays through Mondays, 8:30am-4:30pm. To make reservations to fish there, visit the Park's website at http://www.nps.gov/peco/planyourvisit/fishing.htm or call 505-757-7272.

New Mexico Department of Game and Fish has stocked some Rio Grande Cutthroats into the Pecos River above the village of Pecos and into the Rio Grande Gorge. It'll be a cool thing to catch a Rio Grande Cutthroat, our state fish, in a place where they were once the only trout species. Take the kids fishing and your entry with their very first Cutthroat on a fly, in one of these beautiful places, could win them their very own fly rod! Remember that there is a reduced bag limit on cutthroat trout and really all cutthroat trout should be released immediately after being caught to protect our resource.

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of June 29, 2009

2009-06-30T09:44:00.003-06:00

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The Rio Costilla within the Valle Vidal will open tomorrow, Wednesday July 1st. It is absolutely the most beautiful trout stream in the state and a place where you can reliably catch a Rio Grande Cutthroat. Shuree Ponds also located within the Valle Vidal will also open up tomorrow giving anglers a shot at catching a lunker over 20 inches. High riding and visible dry flies cast tigh to the banks will be the tactics for the Rio Costilla and diving caddis or damsel on a long leader and floating line for Shuree Ponds. Remember that all of the Valle Vidal is No Kill, Catch and Release only.

New Mexico Department of Game and Fish has stocked some Rio Grande Cutthroats into the Pecos River above the village of Pecos and into the Rio Grande Gorge. It'll be a cool thing to catch a Rio Grande Cutthroat, our state fish, in a place where they were once the only trout species. Take the kids fishing and your entry with their very first Cutthroat on a fly, in one of these beautiful places, could win them their very own fly rod! Remember that there is a reduced bag limit on cutthroat trout and really all cutthroat trout should be released immediately after being caught to protect our resource.

Now that summer is here, it seems that entries into the Youth Photo Contest have dropped off. We wanted to remind you that your daughter or son could be the winner of their very own fly rod by entering your children's photo in our contest. Here are the rules: fish must be caught and landed by child, fish must be caught with fly rod and artificial fly, fish must be caught this summer, and child must be 12yrs or younger. Send you’re photo to our email address at hda@highdesertangler.com and put Youth Photo Contest in the subject line. Please limit your e-mail to one photo, but enter as many times as you want! So start shooting at every opportunity! By entering your photo you are allowing us to possibly use it on our web site. The HDA staff will be judging these photos. That being said, it’s not all about size, although it won’t hurt. Any species of fish counts. We want to see good times being had by the kids, good backdrops of where they were fishing, and massive fish catching grins!!! The prize will be a Ross Worldwide “Journey Series Youth Fly Rod,” either a blue rod for boys or a pink rod for girls. The contest runs through July 31st, and the judging and results will be announced August 1st!! Get the kids out this summer and have a great time.

Pecos National Historical Park hosts 3 miles of fishing opportunity along the Pecos River. Three fishing seasons have been established for 2009. The Fishing Program at Pecos National Historical Park had been suspended during the high water of spring runoff. The Summer season begins Thursday June 18th and ends Monday August 3rd. The Park will begin accepting reservations for the Summer season beginning May 18. The Fall season begins Thursday September 3rd and ends Monday November 2nd. They will begin accepting reservations for the Fall season beginning August 3. Anglers will be provided the opportunity to fish the Pecos River within the park Thursdays through Mondays; 8:30am-3pm in the Spring and Fall seasons. The Summer season will provide the opportunity to fish the Pecos River within the park Thursdays through Mondays, 8:30am-4:30pm. To make reservations to fish there, visit the Park's website at http://www.nps.gov/peco/planyourvisit/fishing.htm or call 505-757-7272.

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of June 22, 2009

2009-06-15T08:46:00.005-06:00

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Now that summer is here, it seems that entries into the Youth Photo Contest have dropped off. We wanted to remind you that your daughter or son could be the winner of their very own fly rod by entering your children's photo in our contest. Here are the rules: fish must be caught and landed by child, fish must be caught with fly rod and artificial fly, fish must be caught this summer, and child must be 12yrs or younger. Send you’re photo to our email address at hda@highdesertangler.com and put Youth Photo Contest in the subject line. Please limit your e-mail to one photo, but enter as many times as you want! So start shooting at every opportunity! By entering your photo you are allowing us to possibly use it on our web site. The HDA staff will be judging these photos. That being said, it’s not all about size, although it won’t hurt. Any species of fish counts. We want to see good times being had by the kids, good backdrops of where they were fishing, and massive fish catching grins!!! The prize will be a Ross Worldwide “Journey Series Youth Fly Rod,” either a blue rod for boys or a pink rod for girls. The contest runs through July 31st, and the judging and results will be announced August 1st!! Get the kids out this summer and have a great time.

Volunteers from New Mexico Trout conduct fly fishing clinics for youths on the Valles Caldera National Preserve. They are allowing up to 20 participants the opportunity to fish the headwaters of the East Fork of the Jemez River on the Preserve. Participants spend a half day learning about equipment, tackle, knots, stream insect sampling and identification. They will have time to practice their casting in the morning and then head for the fishing hole in the afternoon. Bring a lunch to enjoy along the stream and be prepared for weather. This activity is extremely popular, so sign up early. At the time of this post, there were only 6 spaces left for the June 28th clinic. This clinic is designed for youths, ages 8 – 16 years. The cost is $15 and reservations can be made by visiting the Valles Caldera National Preserve website at http://www.vallescaldera.gov/comevisit/special/. Parents are asked to drop youths off and come back at the end of the day.

Pecos National Historical Park hosts 3 miles of fishing opportunity along the Pecos River. Three fishing seasons have been established for 2009. The Fishing Program at Pecos National Historical Park had been suspended during the high water of spring runoff. The Summer season begins Thursday June 18th and ends Monday August 3rd. The Park will begin accepting reservations for the Summer season beginning May 18. The Fall season begins Thursday September 3rd and ends Monday November 2nd. They will begin accepting reservations for the Fall season beginning August 3. Anglers will be provided the opportunity to fish the Pecos River within the park Thursdays through Mondays; 8:30am-3pm in the Spring and Fall seasons. The Summer season will provide the opportunity to fish the Pecos River within the park Thursdays through Mondays, 8:30am-4:30pm. To make reservations to fish there, visit the Park's website at http://www.nps.gov/peco/planyourvisit/fishing.htm or call 505-757-7272.

Ed

2009-06-15T08:45:00.000-06:00

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The Bureau of Reclamation has finalized this year's scheduled spring peak release from Navajo Reservoir. The release was increased Tuesday, May 26th until a peak release of 5,000 was reached on Monday, June 1st. The release stayed at 5,000 cfs for seven days, and is expected to ramp down on Monday, June 8th. The release will be decreased until it reaches 500 cfs on Friday June 12th where it will remain until further notice.

New Mexico Trout is partnering with the Albuquerque Wildlife Federation and the New Mexico Environment Division to spend a weekend doing riparian restoration work on the Rio De las Vacas July 19th through the 21st. The work will be led by Bill Zeedyk, who is well known for his innovative and effective approaches to protecting and restoring streams and wetlands. This project is a continuation of the one we worked on last season. There the Vacas is a lovely meadow stream at about 8000 feet, flowing south from San Pedro Parks. Primitive camping is available at the site. The Albuquerque Wildlife Federation will provide breakfast and a potluck dinner Saturday for those who RSVP by the 6/12 deadline. Please RSVP by Friday, June 12th to: ronloehman@gmail.com or (505) 328-1489. For inforamtion on the Restoration Project on the Rio de las Vacas, go to http://www.newmexicotrout.org/events.html

Pecos National Historical Park hosts 3 miles of fishing opportunity along the Pecos River. Three fishing seasons have been established for 2009. The Fishing Program at Pecos National Historical Park had been suspended during the high water of spring runoff. The Summer season begins Thursday June 18th and ends Monday August 3rd. The Park will begin accepting reservations for the Summer season beginning May 18. The Fall season begins Thursday September 3rd and ends Monday November 2nd. They will begin accepting reservations for the Fall season beginning August 3. Anglers will be provided the opportunity to fish the Pecos River within the park Thursdays through Mondays; 8:30am-3pm in the Spring and Fall seasons. The Summer season will provide the opportunity to fish the Pecos River within the park Thursdays through Mondays, 8:30am-4:30pm. To make reservations to fish there, visit the Park's website at http://www.nps.gov/peco/planyourvisit/fishing.htm or call 505-757-7272.

A new change to the Game Commission rule regarding trespassing and poaching went into effect April 1, 2009. The exact wording in the new statutes are listed below. Remember that New Mexico state law gives ownership of the streambed to the landowner, and you cannot access the stream as there is no "high water mark" law here. This is an important change; prior to April 1 anglers and hunters were restricted only by the criminal trespass law with its posting or notification requirements. Now if one knows a place is private, the activity of fishing/hunting/trapping itself, not just the entry to the property, is illegal. The authority to seize game taken in violation of this rule is also new.

19.31.10.18 UNLAWFUL TAKING OR KILLING OF GAME ANIMALS, FURBEARERS, GAME BIRDS, OR GAME FISH ON PRIVATE LAND:
A. It shall be unlawful to hunt, capture, take, attempt to take, or kill any game animal, furbearer, game bird, or game fish on any private property that is in compliance with 30-14-1 and 30-14-6 NMSA 1978 posting requirements without possessing written permission from the landowner or person in control of the land or trespass rights, unless otherwise permitted in rule or statute.

B. It shall be unlawful to hunt, capture, take, attempt to take, or kill any game animal, furbearer, game bird, or game fish on private property if the consent to enter or remain has been denied or withdrawn by the owner or person in control of the land or trespass rights, per 30-14-1 NMSA 1978, unless otherwise permitted in rule or statute.

C. It shall be unlawful to knowingly enter upon any private property to hunt, capture, take, attempt to take, or kill any game animal, furbearer, game bird, or game fish without possessing written permission from the landowner or person in control of the land or trespass rights unless otherwise permitted in rule or statute.

D. Any game animals, furbearers, game birds, or game fish taken in violation of this section shall be subject to seizure.[19.31.10.18 NMAC - N, 4-1-2009]

Ed's Fly Fishing News for the Week of June 8, 2009

2009-06-07T10:00:00.005-06:00

Fly Fishing News for the Week of June 1, 2009

2009-06-01T12:05:00.004-06:00

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The Third Annual Santa Fe River Festival and Fishing Derby will be held on Saturday June 6th. The Festival will be from 10:00 am-- 3:00 pm at De Vargas Park in downtown Santa Fe. With river activities, live animals, games, crafts for youth and adults, river walks, music, and watershed-related booths by non-profit groups, community organizations and local government there will be something for the whole family. Children 11 years and under are also invited to participate in the Fishing Derby in the Santa Fe River from 6:00 am - 12:00 pm. The City of Santa Fe and New Mexico Game and Fish will be stocking the river with rainbow trout. Children can try and catch one of the specially tagged trout to win a prize.

The Bureau of Reclamation has finalized this year's scheduled spring peak release from Navajo Reservoir. The release was increased Tuesday, May 26, 2009, by 1000 cfs per day until a peak release of 5,000 cubic feet per second (cfs) is reached on Monday, June 1st. The release will stay at 5,000 cfs for seven days. On Monday, June 8th, the release will begin to be decreased until it reaches 500 cfs on Friday June 12th where it will remain until further notice.

A new change to the Game Commission rule regarding trespassing and poaching went into effect April 1, 2009. The exact wording in the new statutes are listed below. Remember that New Mexico state law gives ownership of the streambed to the landowner, and you cannot access the stream as there is no "high water mark" law here. This is an important change; prior to April 1 anglers and hunters were restricted only by the criminal trespass law with its posting or notification requirements. Now if one knows a place is private, the activity of fishing/hunting/trapping itself, not just the entry to the property, is illegal. The authority to seize game taken in violation of this rule is also new.

19.31.10.18 UNLAWFUL TAKING OR KILLING OF GAME ANIMALS, FURBEARERS, GAME BIRDS, OR GAME FISH ON PRIVATE LAND:
A. It shall be unlawful to hunt, capture, take, attempt to take, or kill any game animal, furbearer, game bird, or game fish on any private property that is in compliance with 30-14-1 and 30-14-6 NMSA 1978 posting requirements without possessing written permission from the landowner or person in control of the land or trespass rights, unless otherwise permitted in rule or statute.

B. It shall be unlawful to hunt, capture, take, attempt to take, or kill any game animal, furbearer, game bird, or game fish on private property if the consent to enter or remain has been denied or withdrawn by the owner or person in control of the land or trespass rights, per 30-14-1 NMSA 1978, unless otherwise permitted in rule or statute.

C. It shall be unlawful to knowingly enter upon any private property to hunt, capture, take, attempt to take, or kill any game animal, furbearer, game bird, or game fish without possessing written permission from the landowner or person in control of the land or trespass rights unless otherwise permitted in rule or statute.

D. Any game animals, furbearers, game birds, or game fish taken in violation of this section shall be subject to seizure.[19.31.10.18 NMAC - N, 4-1-2009]

Pecos National Historical Park hosts 3 miles of fishing opportunity along the Pecos River. Three fishing seasons have been established for 2009. The Fishing Program at Pecos National Historical Park had been suspended during the high water of spring runoff. The Summer season begins Thursday June 18th and ends Monday August 3rd. We will begin accepting reservations for the Summer season beginning May 18. The Fall season begins Thursday September 3rd and ends Monday November 2nd. We will begin accepting reservations for the Fall season beginning August 3. Anglers will be provided the opportunity to fish the Pecos River within the park Thursdays through Mondays; 8:30am-3pm in the Spring and Fall seasons. The Summer season will provide the opportunity to fish the Pecos River within the park Thursdays through Mondays, 8:30am-4:30pm. To make reservations to fish there, visit the Park's website at http://www.nps.gov/peco/planyourvisit/fishing.htm or call 505-757-7272.

Fly Fishing News for the Week of June 1, 2009

2009-06-01T09:16:00.002-06:00

Fly Fishing News for the Week of May 25, 2009

2009-05-25T11:12:00.003-06:00

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The Upper Pecos Watershed Association is having their annual Spring Cleanup this Saturday May 30th. We will meet at the UPWA office, 78 Main St. in Pecos, at 8:30 a.m. for coffee & pastries. The cleanup will be from 9:00 to 12:00, with the barbeque picnic following from 12:00 to 2:00 (Jamie Koch pavilion). We do have need for 4 or 5 more volunteers to be group leaders for the event. Please email Lexy at Upper Pecos Watershed Association [upwa@cybermesa.com]if you interested in being a group leader. Or call the Upper Pecos Watershed Association, at 505-757-3600.

The Santa Fe Watershed Association and Santa Fe 400th Anniversary, Inc. will join together to honor the Santa Fe River by partnering on the All River Cleanup. The clean-up partnership recognizes the historical significance of the Santa Fe River and will take place on Saturday, May 30th beginning at 10:00 A.M. The project is in conjunction with National River Cleanup, a series of community-based river cleanings happening throughout the country sponsored by American Rivers, a national non-profit conservation organization. Volunteers are invited to join the cleanup by showing up at Alto Park, located at 1043 Alto Street, any time between 10:00 am and noon. Volunteers will be given trash bags, gloves and assigned to various stretches of the River. The goal is to have enough volunteers so that the entire Santa Fe River, from the Santa Fe River Preserve to Highway 599 is cleaned. The May 30th All River Cleanup is being conducted in preparation for the River Festival and Fishing Derby which will take place the following Saturday, June 6th. Following the River Cleanup will be a Kids Fishing Clinic on Saturday, May 30th. The Santa Fe Watershed Association and the New Mexico Game and Fish Department will be sponsoring a Kid's Fishing Clinic at Alto Park, from 2-4pm. Kids of all ages, and their parents or adult companion will learn how to assemble fishing tackle, how to handle hooks, weights, bobbers, fishing line, rods and reels and will learn how to cast, how to adjust a fishing reel and how to undo a big tangle. Live trout food (water bugs!) will also be on display. Kids are encouraged to bring their own gear and learn how to use it. However there is no need to purchase fishing gear prior to the clinic. The Game and Fish Department will have extra equipment on hand. The clinic will also address the differences between cheap, inexpensive, good, and expensive gear. This will assist parents in learning what fits their budget and how to become an effective consumer when shopping for fishing gear. The Kid's Fishing Clinic is free of charge

The Third Annual Santa Fe River Festival and Fishing Derby will be held on Saturday June 6th. The Festival will be from 10:00 am-- 3:00 pm at De Vargas Park in downtown Santa Fe. With river activities, live animals, games, crafts for youth and adults, river walks, music, and watershed-related booths by non-profit groups, community organizations and local government there will be something for the whole family. Children 11 years and under are also invited to participate in the Fishing Derby in the Santa Fe River from 6:00 am - 12:00 pm. The City of Santa Fe and New Mexico Game and Fish will be stocking the river with rainbow trout. Children can try and catch one of the specially tagged trout to win a prize.

The Bureau of Reclamation has finalized this year's scheduled spring peak release from Navajo Reservoir. The release was increased Tuesday, May 26, 2009, by 1000 cfs per day until a peak release of 5,000 cubic feet per second (cfs) is reached on Monday, June 1st. The release will stay at 5,000 cfs for seven days. On Monday, June 8th, the release will begin to be decreased until it reaches 500 cfs on Friday June 12th where it will remain until further notice.

Youth Fly Fishing Photo Contest!! We've received some really good photos so far. There is almost three months of summer to take the kids flyfishing and get some great pics. So email pictures of your child with their fish! Here are the rules: fish must be caught and landed by child, fish must be caught with fly rod and artificial fly, child must be 12yrs or younger, and photo must be from now until July 31st. Send you’re photo to hda@highdesertangler.com and put "Youth Photo Contest" in the subject line. Please limit your e-mail to one photo, but enter as many different photos as you want! So start shooting at every opportunity! By entering your photo you are allowing us to possibly use it on our web site. The HDA staff will be judging these photos. That being said, it’s not all about size, although it won’t hurt. Any species of fish counts. We want to see good times being had by the kids, good backdrops of where they were fishing, and massive fish catching grins!!! The prize will be a Ross Worldwide “Journey Series Youth Fly Rod,” either a blue rod for boys or a pink rod for girls. The contest starts now and the judging and results will be announced August 1st!! Get the kids out this summer and have a great time.

Fly Fishing News for the Week of May 18, 2009

2009-05-18T09:09:00.006-06:00

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The Bureau of Reclamation has finalized this year's scheduled spring peak release from Navajo Reservoir. The release will begin to be increased next Tuesday, May 26, 2009, until a peak release of 5,000 cubic feet per second (cfs) is reached on Monday, June 1st. The release will stay at 5,000 cfs for seven days. On Monday, June 8th, the release will begin to be decreased until it reaches 500 cfs on Friday June 12th where it will remain until further notice.

The Upper Pecos Watershed Association is having their annual Spring Cleanup on Saturday May 30th. We will meet at the UPWA office, 78 Main St. in Pecos, at 8:30 a.m. for coffee & pastries. The cleanup will be from 9:00 to 12:00, with the barbeque picnic following from 12:00 to 2:00 (Jamie Koch pavilion). We do have need for 4 or 5 more volunteers to be group leaders for the event. Please email Lexy at Upper Pecos Watershed Association [upwa@cybermesa.com]if you interested in being a group leader. Or call the Upper Pecos Watershed Association, at 505-757-3600.

Youth Fly Fishing Photo Contest!! We've received some really good photos so far. There is almost three months of summer to take the kids flyfishing and get some great pics. So email pictures of your child with their fish! Here are the rules: fish must be caught and landed by child, fish must be caught with fly rod and artificial fly, child must be 12yrs or younger, and photo must be from now until July 31st. Send you’re photo to hda@highdesertangler.com and put "Youth Photo Contest" in the subject line. Please limit your e-mail to one photo, but enter as many different photos as you want! So start shooting at every opportunity! By entering your photo you are allowing us to possibly use it on our web site. The HDA staff will be judging these photos. That being said, it’s not all about size, although it won’t hurt. Any species of fish counts. We want to see good times being had by the kids, good backdrops of where they were fishing, and massive fish catching grins!!! The prize will be a Ross Worldwide “Journey Series Youth Fly Rod,” either a blue rod for boys or a pink rod for girls. The contest starts now and the judging and results will be announced August 1st!! Get the kids out this summer and have a great time.

Fly Fishing News for the Week of May 11, 2009

2009-05-11T15:41:00.002-06:00

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The Bureau of Reclamation has revised their high water release schedule planned for the third week of May. A 14-day peak release of 5,000 cubic feet per second (cfs) is now scheduled. For now, the current spring peak release schedule is as follows: Reclamation will begin ramping up the release at 5:30 a.m. on Wednesday, May 20, 2009. The release will be increased gradually over the next several days until the maximum release rate of 5,000 cfs is reached on Thursday, May 28th. The release will remain at 5,000 cfs through Tuesday, June 9th. On Wednesday, June 10th, the release will begin to be gradually decreased until it reaches 500 cfs on Thursday, June 18th. Fishing can be great on the San Juan during the peak release, especially from a drift boat. If your planning on wading, be careful and don't exceed you abilities!

The Upper Pecos Watershed Association is having their annual Spring Cleanup on Saturday May 30th. We will meet at the UPWA office, 78 Main St. in Pecos, at 8:30 a.m. for coffee & pastries. The cleanup will be from 9:00 to 12:00, with the barbeque picnic following from 12:00 to 2:00 (Jamie Koch pavilion). We do have need for 4 or 5 more volunteers to be group leaders for the event. Please email Lexy at Upper Pecos Watershed Association [upwa@cybermesa.com]if you interested in being a group leader. Or call the Upper Pecos Watershed Association, at 505-757-3600.

Youth Fly Fishing Photo Contest!! We've received some really good photos so far. There is almost three months of summer to take the kids flyfishing and get some great pics. So email pictures of your child with their fish! Here are the rules: fish must be caught and landed by child, fish must be caught with fly rod and artificial fly, child must be 12yrs or younger, and photo must be from now until July 31st. Send you’re photo to hda@highdesertangler.com and put "Youth Photo Contest" in the subject line. Please limit your e-mail to one photo, but enter as many different photos as you want! So start shooting at every opportunity! By entering your photo you are allowing us to possibly use it on our web site. The HDA staff will be judging these photos. That being said, it’s not all about size, although it won’t hurt. Any species of fish counts. We want to see good times being had by the kids, good backdrops of where they were fishing, and massive fish catching grins!!! The prize will be a Ross Worldwide “Journey Series Youth Fly Rod,” either a blue rod for boys or a pink rod for girls. The contest starts now and the judging and results will be announced August 1st!! Get the kids out this summer and have a great time.

Fly Fishing News for the Week of May 4, 2009

2009-04-27T10:12:00.008-06:00

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The Bureau of Reclamation has revised their high water release schedule planned for the third week of May. A 14-day peak release of 5,000 cubic feet per second (cfs) is now scheduled. Approximately, a one-week ramp up period, beginning May 20, 2009, will increase the release by 1000 cfs a day to a 14-day 5,000 cfs peak release. At the end of the peak release period, the release would be ramped back down 500 cfs per day over an approximately one-week period, and would be back to 500 cfs around June 10th. Fishing can be great on the San Juan during the peak release, especially from a drift boat. If your planning on wading, be careful and don't exceed you abilities!

The Upper Pecos Watershed Association is having their annual Spring Cleanup on Saturday May 30th. We will meet at the UPWA office, 78 Main St. in Pecos, at 8:30 a.m. for coffee & pastries. The cleanup will be from 9:00 to 12:00, with the barbeque picnic following from 12:00 to 2:00 (Jamie Koch pavilion). We do have need for 4 or 5 more volunteers to be group leaders for the event. Please email Lexy at Upper Pecos Watershed Association [upwa@cybermesa.com]if you interested in being a group leader. Or call the Upper Pecos Watershed Association, at 505-757-3600.

Youth Fly Fishing Photo Contest!! We've received some really good photos so far. There is almost three months of summer to take the kids flyfishing and get some great pics. So email pictures of your child with their fish! Here are the rules: fish must be caught and landed by child, fish must be caught with fly rod and artificial fly, and child must be 12yrs or younger. Send you’re photo to hda@highdesertangler.com and put "Youth Photo Contest" in the subject line. Please limit your e-mail to one photo, but enter as many different photos as you want! So start shooting at every opportunity! By entering your photo you are allowing us to possibly use it on our web site. The HDA staff will be judging these photos. That being said, it’s not all about size, although it won’t hurt. Any species of fish counts. We want to see good times being had by the kids, good backdrops of where they were fishing, and massive fish catching grins!!! The prize will be a Ross Worldwide “Journey Series Youth Fly Rod,” either a blue rod for boys or a pink rod for girls. The contest starts now and the judging and results will be announced August 1st!! Get the kids out this summer and have a great time.

Fly Fishing News for the Week of April 20, 2009

2009-04-20T16:19:00.004-06:00

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The Bureau of Reclamation has revised their high water release schedule planned for the third week of May. Based on the latest inflow forecasts, the Bureau of Reclamation has revised this year's planned Navajo Reservoir spring peak release from what had previously been reported last month. A 14-day peak release of 5,000 cubic feet per second (cfs) is now scheduled (a 3-week release had previously been anticipated). Approximately, a one-week ramp up period, beginning the week of May 18, 2009, would precede the 14-day 5,000 cfs peak release. At the end of the peak release period, the release would be ramped back down over an approximately one-week period, and would be back to 500 cfs around the middle of June. A more detailed schedule showing daily release rates throughout the spring peak release period will be developed and provided to the public in early May.

The Upper Pecos Watershed Association is having their annual Spring Cleanup on Saturday May 30th. We will meet at the UPWA office, 78 Main St. in Pecos, at 8:30 a.m. for coffee & pastries. The cleanup will be from 9:00 to 12:00, with the barbeque picnic following from 12:00 to 2:00 (Jamie Koch pavilion). We do have need for 4 or 5 more volunteers to be group leaders for the event. Please call, or email Lexy at Upper Pecos Watershed Association [upwa@cybermesa.com]if you interested in being a group leader. Or call the Upper Pecos Watershed Association, at 505-757-3600.

The Jicarilla Game and Fish Department is pleased to announce the first annual Stone Lake Open Fishing Derby. The derby is going to be a semi-competitive (FUN!!!!) 3 day event with cash prizes. The event will be held beginning Friday, May 8th and continue through Sunday, May 10th 2009. Entry fees for the event will be $200.00 per individual participant. This $200.00 entry fee will include your 2009-2010 Annual Jicarilla Fishing Permit!! Cash prizes will be awarded on a percentage breakdown, with $170.00 out of every $200.00 entry fee going directly into the cash prize pot. Entry fees, via check or money order, must be received by the Jicarilla Game and Fish Department no later than Monday May 4th, 2009. An entry form can be downloaded from the www.jicarillahunt.com website under the fishing menu. Make the check or money order payable to the “Stone Lake Open”. Mail the entry fee and the completed entry form to PO Box 313 Dulce, NM 87528. Call Kevin Terry at the Jicarilla Game and Fish Department (575) 759-3255 if you need the entry form faxed or mailed to you directly. The Stone Lake Open Fishing Derby will be a catch and release event based on the Stone Lake Special Regulations (see 2009-10 Fishing Proclamation on www.jicarillahunt.com). Camping at Stone Lake will be FREE for participants of the Stone Lake Open. Please call Kevin Terry at(575) 759-3255 with any questions

The new fishing license year started April 1st! The new licenses are available now at the fly shop. Anglers in New Mexico spent an estimated $295,874,000 in 2006. More than $125 million was spent on trip-related expenses, and more than $50 million was spent on food and lodging. As you can see, fishing is an important part of New Mexico's econmomy. Consider that fishing is still an affordable form of recreation. Just about wherever you live, there is some fishing to be had within an hour's drive. And please take a kid fishing. It's free if they are 11 and under and $18 for ages 12 to 17.

Youth Fly Fishing Photo Contest!! We would like to see the future of fly fishing grow and what better way than to get our kids involved. So we would like you to email pictures of your child with their fish. Here are the rules: fish must be caught and landed by the child in the photo, fish must be caught with fly rod and artificial fly, child must be 12yrs or younger, and fish must be caught this year. Send you’re photo to hda@highdesertangler.com, and please limit your e-mail to one photo per day. You can enter daily if you like. So start shooting at every opportunity and pick your best ones! The HDA staff will be judging these photos. That being said, it’s not all about size, although it won’t hurt. Any species of fish counts. We want to see good times being had by the kids, good backdrops of where they were fishing, and massive fish catching grins!!! The grand prize will be a Ross Worldwide “Journey Series Youth Fly Rod,” either a blue rod for boys or a pink rod for girls. The contest starts now and the judging and results will be announced August 1st!! Get the kids out this summer and have a great time.

The Truchas Chapter of Trout Unlimited has started a youth education program. The program has several education projects in the works. They include Trout in the Classroom, summer camps, fly casting, fly fishing clinics, and field trips. Trout in the Classroom enables schoolchildren to raise trout in their classrooms, learn about the trouts lifecyle and ecosystems, to be later release into the wild. Lets face it; we've all seen and have complained about the litter problem on many of our local streams. This is a start in changing the hearts and minds of the people who matter most; the future stewards and community members of our local fishing resources. Participating in educating our youth during the school year is also another way to stay connected to our sport or craft during the off season, leaving summers wide open to you own fishing and time with family.Nothing happens until you get involved. Please consider volunteering in the Truchas Chapter Youth Education Program. To get involved, contact John Wright at twe@grappawireless.com.