Wind knots and tailing loops.

Speaking of which - With the wind that blew seemingly every day, I did put a few more knots than usual in my leader this week.

Dennis - My sulfur box has well over two hundred flies in it representing various stages of the flies transformation from nymph to dun. The sizes, shapes and colors also vary. Nor sure if it makes any difference to the fish but it makes me feel that changing my fly increases my chance of success.  Congrats on your big day.

Steve - The scenario you outlined aptly describes something we all have experienced. I have a mantra - "Don't fall in love with a fish."  Once he realizes you are there (either by a refusal, change in the rise form or no more rising, the game is basically over.  There are lots of fish and finding another riser who is unaware of your presence is a far better bet than trying to fool one that knows you are there.

Jim V.  - Congrats on your 18 incher. Sometimes it's better to be lucky than good. You will get more chances to cast at fish if you practice your knot tying for a half hour or so a couple times week. You should be able to tie on a fly (in good light) in no more than a minute or two.

Dennis W. - Trout that are heavily fished gravitate to the bugs that cause the least pain. Little sister sedges are no doubt near the top of the list right along with emerging caddis pupa, sulfurs nymphs and fast swimming iso nymphs.

Keith - Good to see your posts, you have taken the place of Dick, who seems to be absent this year, as the commenter who can say the most with the fewest words.

Thanks to Jim N., Greg and anyone I may have missed for sharing their on river experiences and comments about the blog.