A Perfect Morning for Tarpon on Fly

May 2006 - David Craven is a skilled fisherman with a fly rod. Also with plug tackle, and you see quite a few photos of him on my website. While we were fishing this past May, we were blessed with a perfect morning for Tarpon; no wind.

In early morning, when the wind is light to calm, the Tarpon will be up rolling and very willing to take a properly presented fly.

These pictures show a result of that, as well as the correct way to "bow" to a jumping Tarpon and putting maximum pressure on a fish to ensure a healthy release.

Notice the rod never is pulled to a full bend. When the angle of the rod is greater than 45°, there is less pressure on the fish and something may break, the leader or the rod, when the fish lunges away.

Idaho

July 2006 - At the suggestion of our mutual friend Flip Pallot, my oldest son Ryan and I spent a week with Sid Davis at his Trail Creek Lodge near Soda Spring, Idaho. I am already looking forward to my next visit.

Sid Davis and son, Alex

Ryan and I had a wonderful time fishing in solitude for the native cutthroat trout. Sid is a great host and does everything to make your stay a memorable one.

Please smash down the barbs on your hooks and release the fish to catch again another time. All I tied to use on this trip were #12 Humpys and Hoppers. These dry's were all we needed.

www.trailcreeklodging.com