James River Browns

[crawfly]

My last outing on the James was a wk-day so the traffic was light. The first set of floaters, 2 rental canoes announced just up river of me they were coming by behind.

I said, "Come ahead."

"Are ya catchin' any fish?", was the inquiry.

I said, "Yeah, I've caught a few." I think in an effort to impress his girlfriend, the kid asks me,

"What kind of trout are ya catchin'?"

I had to smile as I paused and replied, "Browns, I'm catchin' browns"

"Right on", he says.

Electric chicken was the top producer for the day followed by the fish skull river minner and a craw pattern I tie.

The menu:

Several of the satisfied customers

Next up is some jack salmon on the Finley, mebbe. I dunno

[smallmouthjoe]

Funny, story and great fish. What section were you floating?

[crawfly]

The floating section would be between Shelvin Rock and Hootentown.

[c & r]

The floating section would be between Shelvin Rock and Hootentown.

I'm planning on floating that stretch for smallies tomorrow.......How is the water level concerning dragging, etc. Thanks

[crawfly]

The river is in good floatable stage. You shouldn't have to drag at all if you don't want to.

Good luck!