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YAKIMA RIVER REPORT 3-15-16

The river is fishing throughout the system now.  There was a period of 'no go' below the Teanaway.....but currently, although it is big, the fishing is WORTHY.

Clarity report

Upper Proper   4
Upper Flatlands 5
Upper Canyon 4
Farmlands 4-3
Lower Canyon 2.5

Predominant bugs include -  Skwala, Midges, Blue Wings, Amyletus.....March Browns just around the corner.

Lots of tough weather recently.   However, the upcoming week looks GREAT for the forecast.

A little on Shallow Water Nymphing

Tactics include....
Dry Flies
Nymphs
Streamer fishing