How Has This Years Drought Affected Some Of Our Streams?

[Chief Grey Bear]

I am not sure how much effect a drought has on the smaller streams. I think wayne will agree that there are several in this area that by late summer in a good year, are loosing streams. Some worse than others. But they still retain great numbers of smallmouth. It is really amazing how mother nature takes care of herself.

[rayfromcrane]

Chief I hate to agree with you. But in 54 cc was dry at wire road. We had some great fishing in latter years. Let me know when you are going to come and I will bring pic. take care rfc

[Wayne SW/MO]

I can't disagree Chief, but I think it depends on whether the fish are used to it or not. Some of the streams around me will get pretty thin in spite of rain and the fish seem to know when to retreat.

[Chief Grey Bear]

There are always fluctuations. Sometimes it is more severe than others. Most areas that dry up are only sligthly marginal to poor for holding fish in the first place. And you are correct, they know what to do and when.