Vignettes from the Fork
I had the rare pleasure yesterday of fishing the Henry's Fork with Doug Daufel. (Many of you will remember Doug and his brother Dan from their years of working in the shop.) Doug is a highly skilled fisherman, capable of tackling the most difficult trout fishing situations. And for anyone looking for challenging fishing right now, the Henry's Fork is a fine option. The water is low, the fish spooky, and the flies plenty. We saw lots of Callibaetis spinners, Attenella margarita spinners, large flying ants, small flying ants, and some stray caddis. Here are a few photos from the morning.
Millionaire's Pool on a fine August morning.
Doug measures his cast as the tail of a rainbow knifes the water.
After numerous unsuccessful casts and as the trout continues to rise, a fly change is in order. It was deduced the fish was eating the larger of the flying ants that were on the water.
A fish is hooked, and after a strong downstream run, Doug works to regain line.
The fish is a big one—a trophy—and there's some question about whether it will fit in the net. It does—barely.
Happy angler and pristine Henry's Fork rainbow. Well done, Doug.
Comments
Wow. And bright sun to boot. Wonderful photo essay, FINE fish and a great smile! Thanks to both of you—and the fish!
By Bill Williams on 08/15 2011
Awesome Photos! Awesome Fish! Awesome Fisherman!
By Fran G on 08/17 2011
That’s my bro. Nice work Doug!
By Dannyboy on 08/17 2011
Wonderfull pictures. Thanks for sharing John.
By Dannyboy on 08/17 2011
Great series of photos, and an incredible fish…nicely done!
By Jim Berkenfield on 08/17 2011
Nice Fish Doug! Great Photo essay. If u guys come to Pa to fish look me up!
By Dave Woolever on 08/29 2011
Doug, You haven’t changed a bit over the years. You look the same now as you did many years ago when we were all a lot younger. Great fish and great photos. Cathy & Barry
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