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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • SEASON:
    March - June: Trout, Smallmouth Bass, and Northern Pike. June - August: Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike, and Carp. September - December: Trout, Northern Pike, Smallmouth Bass, and Carp.
  • SPECIES:
    Brown trout, rainbow trout, and brook trout Northern pike Smallmouth bass Carp
  • REGION/TERRAIN:
    The Housatonic River is a large limestone river that offers easy access fishing by driftboat. Long deep pools and wide shallow riffles that hold a variety of fish.
  • TYPICAL WEATHER:
    Spring: 32 - 70 degreesSummer: 65 - 80 degreesFall: 45 - 75 degreesWinter: 32 - 60 degrees
  • RATES:
    Rates start from: 1/2 day float trip $325.00 Full day float trip $425.00. You can find all pricing information at: fishydude.com
  • WHAT IS PROVIDED:
    1/2 day float trip includes: fly rods, hand tied flies and leaders along with snacks and beverages. Full day float trip includes: fly rods, hand tied flies and leaders along with snacks, beverages and a shore lunch.
  • GEAR RECOMMENDATIONS:
    Trout fishing: Clients bringing their own fly rods should bring 5-wt. or 6-wt. 9' or 10' length rods. Bass/Pike/Carp fishing: Clients bringing their own fly rods should bring 8-wt. or 8- to 10-wt. 9' length rods. Lines: Floating and sinking lines Waders are not necessary, but rain gear is recommended.
  • WHAT TO BRING (ADDITIONAL):
    Rain gear, sun glasses, hat, sun block.
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