wiscoy
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OK, so now we have some temperature gauges working, but cannot look at graphs for temperature duration’s or logs. In addition, there are no flow rates or lake elevations provided, weather data is “not available”, water temperature vs distance graph is not usable, and water temperature measuring stations graph is blank. So what gives? This is the poorest condition this site has had since I joined GRTU many years ago. Is this how we want the organization to be viewed by existing and perspective members? It is a shame that since the redesign of the website that all these once important and informative sites have just gone down hill. Hopefully, someone on the board will take notice and these things will be fixed before the new season.
Wiscoy
Alex,
The new flow agreement calls for a flow rate of 150cfs from May 16th until September 30th.
Wiscoy
Ok thanks for the update I will take a look.
Wiscoy
Ok, now that the flow has been reduced to 200cfs the need for the temperature monitors has increased dramatically. Can someone update the status of the river temp monitors? Since is end of July and these monitors have been out of service for almost a year, I would hope that these will be back online before the winter and the new fishing season.
Wiscoy
Thanks for the update Jimbo.
I agree that all the rain we had has messed with the cold deep water, but the good news is that we have water and lots of it that is still around 61-62 degrees at the dam. A far as flows dropping, it doesn’t look like they will change much anytime soon with over 11k acre feet to go before we hit pool – I actually was expecting the Corp to increase flows to over a 1000 this week because of the high lake level – 910.39 this morning, and they still might, but all indications are that will say at current levels. Maybe the tubing outfitters are influencing this since they are having a banner year only time will tell.
Ron
Thanks Jimbo, anything we can do to get some action from the Board?
Ron
Hello out there – GRTU Board, pls provide an explanation why the temperature monitors are still not working and when you expect them to be back up since is now summer and we need to be able to monitor water temps.
Wiscoy
There are numerous nymphing rods available other than the ESN if you want something other than a Sage rod , here is an article from Blue Quill that provides numerous choices – https://bluequillangler.com/learn-fly-fishing/european-nymphing-methods/equipment-for-european-nymphing/ – for your consideration. I myself am using a Cabelas CZN 11foot 4wt – https://www.cabelas.com/product/CABELAS-CZN-FLY-ROD/2661237.uts – and it has served me well over the last couple of years and did not break the bank.
Wiscoy
Fishing anytime you want is one of the many perks of being retired 🙂
Wiscoy
Just a few thoughts………….
Ok, now that flows have been reduced to ~245cfs am finding that the fishing has changed considerably. Have gotten so used to the 380cfs+ flows this year that the current rate almost feels like I’m fishing “skinny water”. Have been catching lots of fish since the flow reduction and the trout have moved back to some of their old haunts, which benefits those of us that have been fishing the Guad for many years, and are now a bit more confined to the deeper water. That being said, still had to reduce the amount of split shot, shorten my leader depth, and go to a smaller indicator.
Next thought is that we need to get the temperature monitors back on line since will not be much longer before the temperatures start to rise and the water warms up. Not sure whats up with these since have been off line or providing incorrect data since last spring…………
Tight lines,
Wiscoy
I understand the issue. A few weeks ago got to the #5, put on my waders, boots and when reached for my wading belt – had left it home. Looked throughout the car for an extra that I used to carry, but was nowhere to be found. So decided that would be OK for the day, but as luck would have it while trying to get snagged flies from an overhanging branch lost my balance and voila! waders full of water……………. Fortunately, as was almost time to leave anyway headed home in wet cloths. I have since added a second belt to my car accessories. I am glad you survived your ordeal with nothing more than being embarrassed it could have been much worse had you been alone.
Wiscoy
Jimbo,
What are you talking about? no one has suggested putting pictures on badges. Suggestion was to use 3×4 card with LAP number on it.
Ron
Jimbo,
That was the purpose of my post – was offering up an option. I offer up the following solution: instead of the small badges why not provide a 3″x4″ card (could be plastic or waterproof paper) with the LAP number and require members to attach to their person similar to displaying a hunting tag on your back – here is picture of tag holder I have used in the past (https://www.amazon.com/SCAFFS-ENTERPRISES-License-Rustproof-Fluorescent/dp/B07LH485H5). This is a state requirement in Pennsylvania for a fishing license, although they now offer a button similar to the old LAP button as an option, but license must be on full display at all times.
Ron
To date there has been no response to my suggestion, so am going to assume there is no interest in changing the current LAP tag.
Wiscoy
Thanks for the input Ron, but since really only applies to lease members thought it works better here.
Ron
