Posts by Pat Dorsey

I’m happy to announce that a Fly Fishing Guide to the South Platte River is being completely  revised and updated.  It is expected to be in the warehouse by December 1, 2018, just in time for the holidays and show season! While a large percentage of the information in my original project is still applicable today, a…

For the first time since 2013, Cheesman Reservoir is not expected to fill and spill.  “We did not fill Cheesman in 2012 and 2013.  This summer is looking a lot like 2012” said Dave Bennett from Denver Water. It’s gonna be a hot, dry summer, with low flows along the entire South Platte corridor. The…

We got a much-needed 25 cfs bump in flow yesterday (flows are currently at 75 cfs) on the South Platte below Cheesman Reservoir. While it is not a lot of water, every little bit helps! Water temps are in the 60’s near Deckers, almost 70 near Bridge Crossing, and 72 near the North Fork. Please…

A recent visit to the San Juan River reminded me how fortunate I am to live in the central Rocky Mountains! As a Colorado native, I am truly blessed with an abundance of fishing options. The Centennial State is known for it’s world-class tailwaters and renowned freestone streams. And, as an added bonus, anglers can…

It’s time to start making plans to attend the second annual Fly Fishing and Brew Festival in Plano Texas on March 10 and 11, 2018. This event is held at the Plano Event Center which is approximately 20 miles north of Dallas. This is a family-friendly event that attracts outdoor enthusiasts and fly fishers of…