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Fly Fishing in Extremes: How to Catch Trout in High and Low Water

Advanced tactics for trout fishing during floods, droughts, and everything in between.

Fly Fishing in Extremes: How to Catch Trout in High and Low Water — During periods of drought and low water, you need to employ stealth strategies to catch trout. Use lighter line weights and longer leaders, avoid excessive casting or line splashing, and move slowly—or not at all. (George Daniel photo)

April 29, 2026 By George Daniel

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This article was originally titled “Highs & Lows” in the April/May 2026 issue of Fly Fisherman.

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