Questions

[jayedelen]

I am a newbie to fly fishing and live in northern oklahoma. I am planning a possible trip to Taney around the 20th of December. Is this a good time to go? I would love any other suggestions about where to stay, what to take , and what flies to use.

[Firefish]

Speaking as a fellow okie, I can tell you that any time is a great time to fly fish on Taney. Hopefully they will have the water shut off by then. Regardless, winter is one of my favorite times to fish there. My favorite flies are tan, grey, possum and sowbug colored scuds in size 12, 14, 16 and 18; Zebra, Primrose and Rusty midges in size 16 and 18; G-bugs in size 16, 18 and 20; brown and red San Juan worms; and usually as an attractor above another fly I'll use egg patterns in cream, orange or peach. If you don't tie your own flies, the g-bugs are available at Chartered Waters fly shop in Hollister. If you haven't fished Taney before, I would definately go there and to Anglers and Archery fly shop which is right at the turnoff to the trophy area parking. Chuck or his son at A & A can give you a lot of tips that will really help you out. There are a few things you can do on your rigging and presentation that will make a big difference in how many fish you will catch. There are a lot of guys on this forum who live in the area who are a lot more knowledgable than I am, and are always willing to give lots of good advice.

[Bman]

Chuck or his son at A & A can give you a lot of tips that will really help you out.

Don't forget Lynn, Chucks wife at Anglers & Archery. She runs the shop mostly, and is VERY knowledgeable. An awesome fly tyer too.

Also the fly shop at Lilleys!!!

[Firefish]

Forgot to mention. If they have anything available, I'd stay at Lilley's. Nice place, right on the water, great people. Good luck.

[Phil Lilley]

It's really best to wait till closer to the time to know what to bring or what you'll be looking at as far as conditions. That will dictate how you'll fish and with what. Chances are the water will be down by then and you'll enjoy wading below the dam.

[laker67]

Chances are the water will be down by then and you'll enjoy wading below the dam.

Is that a prediction or just something on your Christmas "wish list" ?

[Greg]

River Run outfitters is another great fly fishing store on Taney. Great advise and up to date fishing reports. But I like Chuck's store too. I try to patronize both.

Greg

[jayedelen]

thanks for the info guys. I am definetly going to be there on the 22-23 of December. I am looking forward to the trip. i am excited about learning to fly fish.