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Doug White\u2019s Tammerack Sports Fly Shop<\/strong> in Juniper said it was not a bad week on the river with several salmon and grilse hooked on the Main and the north branch. Water remains cool, relatively clear and at a good pitch.<\/p>\n Flies of choice: Bombers, Bugs, Butterflies and one was taken on a Jigaboo.<\/p>\n W. W. Doak and Sons<\/strong> in Doaktown said angling had picked up a bit since last week.\u00a0 There had been an 18 inch raise in water in the Blackville area and about a foot in Doaktown.\u00a0 Last weekend the water temp was 58 Fahrenheit and was 64 degrees to start Tuesday.\u00a0 Anglers were picking up a mix of salmon and grilse, but the fish were not holding.\u00a0 There hade been some salmon in the 27-39 pound range.\u00a0 One angler picked up a grilse two nights in a row.<\/p>\n Flies of choice were Same-Thing-Murrays, Glitter Bears, Undertakers and Shady Ladies.\u00a0 In short, most were using the darker patterns on no. 6 hooks.<\/p>\n Derek Munn of Ledges Inn<\/strong> in Doaktown and Mountain Channel<\/strong> in the Rapids area said there were a few fish around and anglers were picking up some.\u00a0 Generally, fishing was decent, but not great.\u00a0 It had been very good last weekend, but the warmer weather gradually began to take its toll on the catching.\u00a0\u00a0 Water conditions were still good late Tuesday.<\/p>\n Flies of choice were Smurfs, White-tailed Green Machines, Undertakers, Shady Ladies and Same-Thing-Murrays, as well as some Bombers in blue & white and brown & white.<\/p>\n Herb Barry Sr. of Herb\u2019s Fly Shop<\/strong> on the Station Road in Blackville said angling was quiet with some saying there was good fishing while others were saying the opposite.\u00a0 One guide said there was so many fish in his pool that he had to tie the top of his water to stop them from jumping in.\u00a0 In short, the fish seemed to be going through in spurts.\u00a0 Those that were being caught were a mix of salmon and grilse.<\/p>\n Flies of choice were darker patterns such as Bear Hairs, Preachers, Undertakers, and Glitter Bears along with the White-tailed Green Machines.<\/p>\n Curtis Miramichi River Outfitting<\/strong> in Blackville said there had been good numbers of fish caught on the weekend.\u00a0 Catches were a good mix of salmon and grilse with some big salmon in the 20-pound range.\u00a0 One on the Northwest was reported in the 30-35 pound range.\u00a0 The water had been a good height and was cool on the weekend, but was starting to warm up by mid-week.<\/p>\n Flies of choice were Green Highlanders, Green Smurfs, Shady Ladies, Buck Bugs, Same-Thing-Murrays, Undertakers, Bombers and Carter\u2019s Bugs.<\/p>\n Jim Laws of Miramichi Hunting and Fishing<\/strong> in Newcastle, Miramichi reported some fish being caught, but no great run to date.\u00a0 The water was beginning to warm up with the sun and higher temperatures.<\/p>\n Laws wants to inform anglers that there will be a public meeting to discuss the salmon and striped bass situation and effect on the fishery.\u00a0 The meeting will be held Sunday afternoon July 24 at 2 p.m. at the Lion\u2019s Center in Newcastle, Miramichi.\u00a0 Laws said that he has already confirmed anglers from Bathurst, Doaktown and Boiestown as well as fishermen from the Bay area, and invites anyone interested.\u00a0 He hopes to have some politicians on hand as well as DFO representation.<\/p>\n Flies of choice were White-tailed Green Machines, Shady Ladies, Black Ghosts and some dry flies and Bombers.<\/p>\n Syd Matchett of Trout Brook Fly Shop<\/strong> on the Northwest Miramichi said angling had been very good last weekend, but tapered of as the week went on.\u00a0 One group of anglers caught a dozen fish in three days, while another hooked eight in two days.\u00a0 Jeff Morris hooked two on Saturday. Flies of choice were Shady Ladies, Black Ghosts, Cossebooms and Yellow-winged Butterflies on nos. 6 and 4 hooks.<\/p>\n Debbie Norton of Upper Oxbow Outdoor Adventures<\/strong> on the Little Southwest Miramichi said they had caught 12 fish this past week, had seen some and lost some, so angling was fairly good, or at least steady, but you might have to work for them.\u00a0 Walt Geryk, known as \u201cThe Spey Doctor\u201d had one fish a day Wednesday through Sunday.\u00a0 Pete MacQuire of Halifax, NS caught a nice 33-inch salmon on Tuesday.\u00a0 Water conditions were good, but might take a little hit from the heat.<\/p>\n Flies of choice were Walt Geryks and Undertaker\u2019 Wife (a combination of a Will Taylor Special, an Undertaker and a Green Highlander).<\/p>\n So if the hot weather does not take too much f a toll on the water and the fish, and we get a bit of rain, it is time to get out and \u201con the water\u201d<\/em>.<\/p>\n Don\u2019t forget to show your support for our sponsors, because without them, this column would not be possible. \u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Deals 4 U<\/a><\/p>\n ANY FINANCIAL CONTRIBUTIONS TOWARD HELPING WITH THIS COLUMN ARE GREATLY APPRECIATED. 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Or to donate by mail, send to:<\/p>\n Doug Underhill A SPECIAL THANKS to all who made contributions last season.<\/p>\n If you would like to sponsor this column, give us a call at (506) 352-7668 or email support@mightycommunity.com<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n Thought for the Week:<\/strong> \u201cIf I fished only to capture fish, my fishing trips would have ended long ago.\u201d<\/em>\u00a0 Zane Grey<\/p>\n \u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014<\/p>\n E-MAIL:<\/strong><\/p>\n Hey Doug, Brian Fox, Woodstock<\/p>\n \u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014<\/p>\n Hi Doug, little July magic on the river this week, not a big fish by any means, but one among some respectable numbers for the hours and effort.<\/p>\n Daniel Porter From the Miramichi Salmon Association<\/strong><\/p>\n Hi All,<\/p>\n The eleventh annual MSA Salmon Classic wrapped up today with 25 anglers very happy with their three days of fishing. I haven\u2019t heard final counts from everyone but I know of 16 fish being caught (14 grilse and 2 salmon). Pictures of some of the anglers with their catches can be seen on our Facebook page. We had great weather, great water and great guides \u2013 I want to thank all of the anglers for coming and all of the guides for volunteering their time \u2013 a wonderful time was had by all.<\/p>\n Millerton and Cassilis Traps<\/strong> These traps catch approximately 7-10% of the run going up the river so 90 salmon in the trap could represent 900-1285 fish in the run.<\/p>\n With these early results and numerous reports of anglers catching fish we are cautiously optimistic about the run this season.<\/p>\n DFO does post trap and barrier numbers the middle and end of each month \u2013 these can be found at http:\/\/www.inter.dfo-mpo.gc.ca\/Gulf\/asir\/count?period=0615&group=1<\/a> or click the DFO Salmon Counts Quick Link on our home page. The June 30th numbers are posted.<\/p>\n Barrier Reports<\/strong> Yours in Conservation, \u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014\u2014 ASF RIVERNOTES Share the Latest Salmon Returns<\/strong> ASF Regional Director Focuses on PEI Salmon<\/strong> Hard-hitting article on the Perils of Aquaculture for Wild Atlantic Salmon<\/strong> Farming Salmon in a Cargo Ship<\/strong> Wide-reaching US Federal Court of Appeals Decision Impacts Pacific Salmon<\/strong> Want to receive the Miramichi Fishing Report by email?\u00a0 Click here to subscribe now<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n Until next week The post Miramichi Fishing Report for Thursday, July 14, 2016<\/a> appeared first on Giver on the River<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" This week in Doug Underhill’s Miramichi Fishing Report: “With better trapnet numbers (see below) and more catching, angling is looking up somewhat. Hopefully, it is a sign of things (fish) to come. 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\nSuccessive parties at the Sullivan Crown Reserve stretch caught seven and nine fish.\u00a0 Yet the next guy into the shop says there is no fish around, so it is hard to really know exactly what the situation is.\u00a0 One contributing factor is that the fish are moving right through, rather than holding.\u00a0 What proved to be a good pool yesterday may well produce nothing the today.<\/p>\n
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\nI see too many people holding fish high and dry, out of the water, makes for a nice photo but the time for photo is while holding the fish in the water during the release.\u00a0 Remember there is potential for that fish to be caught again, it needs every bit of energy we can leave it with.<\/p>\n![\"danielporter\"](\"http:\/\/www.giverontheriver.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/danielporter.jpg\")
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\nIt has been a good week at both Millerton and Cassilis.\u00a0 In Millerton numbers picked up from 20-30 on the weekend, to approximately 50 on Monday, 90 yesterday and 60 today. Cassilis has had a steady 10 \u2013 20 each day.<\/p>\n
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\nMSA Photo Contest 2016<\/strong>
\nMSA wants you to share your best photos of the Miramichi Watershed in our new MSA Photo Contest 2016!\u00a0 This contest is part of an MSA project to collect images from the Miramichi watershed that can be used to create an MSA archive documenting life on the Miramichi and also for use on MSA social media sites and in MSA promotional materials and publications such as our calendar and annual report. There are five categories and 3 divisions and you can enter two photos into each category. For more information or to enter go to our web site at www.miramichisalmon.ca<\/a>. Enjoy this great weather!<\/p>\n
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\nAtlantic Salmon Federation News for Friday, July 8, 2016<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n
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\nThere are intriguing reports on returns from every region this week, but what do they mean? Early July may be too soon for any conclusions, but the counting fence data from the end of June and later may hold hints.
\nhttp:\/\/asf.ca\/asf-rivernotes-july-7-2016.html<\/a><\/p>\n
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\nLewis Hinks, ASF Regional Director for Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island programs provides insight into the issues affecting the island\u2019s Atlantic salmon.
\nhttp:\/\/asf.ca\/news-from-the-regions.html<\/a><\/p>\n
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\nIn Ted Williams examination of the very real issues of sea lice and other problems, he interviews\u00a0 several individuals associated with ASF, including president Bill Taylor, research and environment executive director Jonathan Carr, and Nat Reed and Chris Buckley, ASF(US) Directors. It is a compelling read.
\nhttp:\/\/asf.ca\/death-of-atlantic-salmon-courtesy-of-norway.html<\/a><\/p>\n
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\nMarine Harvest is exploring the potential for using cargo ships as closed-containment operations that could reduce or eliminate the effects of sea lice.
\nhttp:\/\/asf.ca\/farm-fish-inside-cargo-ship.html<\/a><\/p>\n
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\nIn the Pacific Northwest of the US, a Federal court has ruled that all those culverts that do not allow fish passage are interfering with treaty rights, and need to be fixed. Could this same argument be applied elsewhere?
\nhttp:\/\/asf.ca\/the-salmon-s-swim-for-survival.html<\/a><\/p>\n
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\nDOUG<\/p>\n