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Even though this a competition, the One Fly always reminds me that fishing really is a deeper immersion into life, the environment, and the people that chase trout with a fly.

The Jackson Hole One Fly proved once again to be an excellent event this past weekend. It’s always great to see old friends from all over the world and catch up with the fishing community here in the valley after a busy summer. Thanks to Under Armour, Coors, and Hyde Drift Boats for sponsoring! Special thanks go to the team at One Fly that really makes it happen, led by Sue Bashford

What about the fishing you say? Well, it was solid as always. Different sections fished better on each day, but in Wyoming, the river in Grand Teton Park shined. Moose-Wilson finished the weekend with the highest total score, which is typically the case. Both Wilson – South Park and Deadman’s – Moose scored well again this year.

Chernobyl Ants imitating the Claasenia Stoneflies produced well for many on the whole river. Mayfly imitations once again proved to be the ticket for pickier large Cutthroat and were the best choice between the Wilson Bridge and West Table. Mahogany Dun and PMD cripples were an excellent choice Wilson-South Park, and Hecubas brought lots of fish up below South Park. Streamers and some Stonefly patterns scored in the whitewater.

The Upper South Fork took honors as the highest scoring section for the tournament. The PMD hatch in the riffles scored for those who weren’t afraid to go with a small bug and knew how and where to fish it. This requires patience! Bigger Stoneflies did well, especially in the Canyon.

What was the single best fly? Honestly, it depends on which section you were on and how your guide wanted to fish it. Most of these flies don’t even have names and the tyer/guide can be very secretive, especially if they score well. Overall, I’d say they were small Mayfly cripples. What does this mean? Get some glasses, so you can see it!

Even though this a competition, the One Fly always reminds me that fishing really is a deeper immersion into life, the environment, and the people that chase trout with a fly. Don’t get me wrong, my competitive streak shows up, but perspective usually wins in the end….

-JB

2011 Jackson Hole One Fly Results

9/15/11 – Best Flies for Snake River

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