Join us for a morning of striper fishing on the Housatonic River in the Derby/ Shelton area. With the water still relatively warm, stripers are aggressive and an angler with the right gear can get into ALOT of fish. The river is sheltered in the productive areas so it is usually calm and easy to fish.

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A boat is required for this trip since shore fishing access is very limited. A small aluminum boat with an outboard motor is perfect. A kayak can also be effective if you are up for paddling against strong currents and have the necessary safety gear.

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We will meet at the Devon boat ramp under I-95 (no fee to launch), then ride upriver or downriver to fish the productive areas together. We will show you how to navigate the river safely as well as demonstrate successful fishing strategies.

When:  Nov 26

Time: 8 A.M. meet at launch and fish until early afternoon

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Fishing Licenses Required: CT Saltwater AND Freshwater (Upriver from Rte 1 bridge is considered fresh water)

Further Reading: https://www.onthewater.com/housatonic-holdovers

If you have a boat and would like to participate, contact John Hildenbrand  Jhildenb73@Gmail.com. More details will follow including equipment recommendations (fly and spin). Please indicate if you will have open seats for non- boating chapter members to occupy.