Fish Short Beach on May 22
Join Nutmeg TU to fish for spring Stripers and Blues at the mouth of the Housatonic River at Short Beach in Stratford Saturday, May 22. We will meet at 1 p.m. to fish the outgoing tide.
There is no cost for the outing, membership is not required, and both fly and spin anglers are welcome. Please click here to register.
This is a great spot for fly or spin fishers and a terrific opportunity to learn about the lower Housy (which is a Spring run hotspot).
We will meet in the parking area by the tennis courts and walk out to the river channel which is accessible from Stratford only around low tide (~12:35 PM on Oct. 24). We will fish up to the first hour or so of the incoming tide. Much later and the walk back to shore can be problematic as the rising water can create deep channels to cross.
For fly fishing we recommend an 8-10 weight rod. Most common is an intermediate or sink-tip line but if you tuned into our September Zoom meeting, guide Steve Culton described techniques that make floating lines very effective as well. Standard Clousers, Deceivers and other baitfish patterns are ideal.
Spin fishers can use a variety of swimming plugs or soft plastics. You will need full waders. Ed Grzeda will lead the outing.
Email Ed at ctfishcrow@gmail.com or contact at (224) 234-3381 with any questions.