The Blackstone Lake Fly Fishing Journal

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July 18th-2004

As the cooler temperatures resided over the Yakima River Valley during the latter portion of May and the first days of June, Blackstone Lake continued to fish into the first week of June.

The lake has now closed for the summer and will open up once again under the management of Worley Bugger Fly Co sometime during the first portion of September. On going labor will be conducted at the lake over the summer months fine tuning it for Fall fishermen. Lake bookings begin filling in August for Fall fishing at Blackstone. Don't hesitate to call in advance to reserve your group's fishing day.

April 29th-2004

For those prone to the still waters of the state, Callibaetis Mayflies as well as Damsel nymphs and female adult Damsels (tan-olive) are hatching on the quiet waters of the Central Washington Basin. Chironomids are a consistent main stay, however this afternoon dry fly distraction is an added bonus in the days fishing opportunities.

Blackstone Lake is now offering these three unique aquatic insect hatches during the day. Fishing at the lake this spring has been exceptional and with weather conditions constantly improving, May undoubtedly will produce the finest months fishing. Call the pro shop for booking and tour availability.

"Current Insect Activity"

	Chironomids
	Calliabaetis
	Ants-Beetle
	Grasshoppers

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"Pic Of The Week"

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April 23rdth-2004

With warm sunny days filling the skies of the Kittitas Valley, predictions for weekend fishing couldn't be better. If you are waiting for spring fishing to arrive, don't wait any longer. Put off the honey do's and head to the Yakima or your favorite still water. With warming day time temperatures, the fly fishing still waters of Central Washington are propelling insect activity as well.

Callibaetis Mayflies action is already occurring. Fish have been feeding readily on the adult duns in the latter parts of the afternoon. Damsel nymphs are also entertaining some action in local area and basin still waters.

March 30th-2004

The still water fisheries of Central Washington have also been reporting days of good spring fishing. The warm, sunny days are providing the adequate retreat for many anglers as they travel to the eastern basin. The private still waters such as Blackstone Lake is also providing good, quiet fishing days.

The larger rainbows are reacting to the warming waters and have begun cruising the banks in search earthly aquatic substance. Booking days for April are popular with a few still remaining. If interested, please contact the Worley Bugger pro shop in Ellensburg for availability.

March 12th-2004

For the fanatical still-water fly fishermen, the basin lakes are reporting a resurgence in activity after getting off to a slow opening at the beginning of the month. With warming weather over the past week, the Midge fishing has intensified on Lenice, Nunally and Lake Lenore. Go prepared with a variety of colors and sizes. Feeding activity and preferences are changing daily.

Reports from our guided still water trips on Blackstone Lake are ranging within the same boundaries. Warming temps are producing more Midge activity, especially in the mornings and early evenings. Reservations for spring fishing are thinning. Those looking for the latter parts of April thru May should reserve your spot now!

March 3rd-2004

Many of the public still water fisheries around the state are now open. The management of Worley Bugger Fly Co is pleased to announce the spring opening of Blackstone Lake, a private still water located in the Yakima River Valley.

Chironomid and scud fishing will be the criteria during the month of March. Spawning rituals are already underway in the south end of the lake. Since ice off, we have been monitoring the proceedings and they were already building redds under the sheet ice.

February 23rd-2004

The ice is breaking up quickly on Blackstone Lake as a majority of this premier still water fishery is now opened. The south end of the lake, shaded by Poplars and Willow trees remains covered with a thin layer of sheet ice. If day time temperatures persist, this section of the lake will become available for fishing.

The rainbows have wintered well, despite the harsher conditions they experienced this winter. We have been sampling the lake a few days a week for short periods of time, testing fly patterns and examining the fisheries state. The trout are foraging heartily on scuds, leeches and chironomids as remnant plant growth from last summer is breaking away.

Many of the 2 pound fish from last year have gain excessive girth. It is possible the lake will open this week. Bookings for spring fishing are filling. The lake has grown very popular over the past couple of years under the management of the Worley Bugger guide team. Please call ahead this year to reserve your groups place.

February 1st-2004

This cold winter also showed no reprieve on the still waters of the central region. Thick ice formed on the valleys premier, private fly fishing waters as Blackstone Lake for the first time in many winters completely iced over. However, the warming weather mixed with the renowned westerly winds have been rapidly dissolving that thick layer.

Approximately 50 yards of the west end of the lake is now opened and each day more of the lake becomes available. The rainbows have steadily begun to feast on Chironomids on a daily basis. Guided tour reservations have been booking since December for spring fishing at Blackstone Lake. If you are interested in fishing this privately managed still water fishery this spring with Worley Bugger, do not delay in calling. Once the majority of the ice is thawed, fishing at Blackstone will open. From what we have seen the past couple of days, we anticipate excellent fishing in February.