Fish the Mianus River March 27
Come fish the Mianus River TMA with the Mianus and Nutmeg TU chapters. This river has been stocked and is known for its early black and brown stonefly hatches. The Mianus is a beautiful, intimate suburban stream and March is a great time to fish it.
When: Saturday, March 27 at 9 AM.
Where: Meet at the red barn in Mianus River State Park. 100 Merriebrook Lane, Stamford, CT 06902.
Take Merriebrook Lane down to the red barn (on right), where you can find parking in that lot, or closer to the bridge. Across the bridge the road leads to private property, so no parking is allowed.
Parking is limited so please consider carpooling.
Regulations: Must have current CT Fishing License with Trout/Salmon Stamp. Click here to purchase.
Since the season has been declared open, regular season regulations are in effect. The Trout Management Area is a limited harvest section of the stream.
There are well defined trails along both sides of the river, though the western trail offers the easiest access the full length of the TMA.
General Information: In general, a fairly short rod, 8-foot in 3- or 4-weight is ideal. My standard 8.5 foot 5-weight trout rod works just fine. River is smallish so long casts are generally not needed. Dark patterns tend to work best this time of year; good to have some small stonefly imitations.
For spin fisherman, an ultra-light or light action rod in the 4- or 6-pound class will work fine. In addition to the usual trout lures (single hook!!), you can try drifting a small black stonefly nymph with a split shot about a foot above it for weight.
Water (and possibly weather) will be cold so please dress accordingly.
Registration: Please use the attached link to complete the free registration for the trip:
https://tu.myeventscenter.com/event/Mianus-River-Fishing-Trip-Early-Black-Brown-47293
Hope to see you there!!
Nutmeg TU Contact: Alex Ziemkiewicz agz3026@gmail.com or 203-209-6689.