March 1, 2015

Flow: 174

Water Temp: 34-39

Q: Can an angler catch carp on an early march on a twenty degree day?

A: Apparently it is. The Higher flows certainly are making trout explore and the fight and colors are great. San Juans and grey RS2’s are working well. But carp were calling so I made my way to meet Lou at one of the local guides’ spots for golden bones. The flow there is almost nonexistent. The few trout in the riverwalk probably won’t survive the drop. The same holds true for the urban section of river and the reconstruction of the levy. This is one of those fights we wouldn’t be able to win. Without the work downtown Pueblo could be in jeopardy and businesses would be subjugated to flood insurance. We have assurances that the structure downtown will be put back as it was found and, in the end, the lower tailwater will bounce back. Everything in my back yard however is fishing great. As the weather warms up the fishing will continue to be fantastic.

Tight lines,

Ben