Here at Catskill Fly and Float, we set up a website that can act as a road map when faced with the decision of selecting a Catskill fishing guide. The waters of upstate New York are loaded with fish and are an attractant for fishermen of every level. With the many fishing opportunities available in the Catskill area, come many fishing guides looking to make a few dollars showing the non-locals all the hot spots. Unfortunately, there are many guides licensed and unlicensed alike who will ultimately turn your fishing experience into a bad one. This site is designed to offer feedback so that you the fisherman can make the right choice in selecting a guide so that your trip is fun and successful.
Catskill Fly Fishing
Catskill Fly fishing is an angling technique used to catch fish with a simulated fly, that is painstakingly crafted to look a lot like a live or dead bait fly. The line is casted using a special fly rod and reel that have slightly different characteristics than the traditional spinner reels. Because of it almost weightless nature, casting the fly required and extra long rod and a very specific type of line. A big part of the Catskill Fly Fishing experience is process of hand tying the flies used for bait.
Catskill Fly fishing is primarily done in fresh water and involves the catching of coldwater species (trout, salmon, steelhead). In the UK, where water temputures are more consistent, the dissimilarity is between fishing for trout or salmon and coarse fishing for other species. Techniques for Catskill fly fishing also differ with the areas varying habitats (small streams, lakes and big rivers.)
Catskill Float Fishing
Catskill Float fishing is another local technique that involves a mooching or noodle rod, a rod, and bait (usually eggs or flies). The method is dometimes used behind drift boats but can be accomplished form the banks or while wading. The Catskill float fishing technique is very popular among anglers targeting Salmon and Steelhead.