Grand River Troutfitters (Paisley, ONTARIO)

Paisley surrounds its residents and visitors with history. From the legendary confluence of two rivers, the Saugeen and the Teeswater, to the heritage redbrick buildings, this charming community conveys an atmosphere both relaxing and inspiring.

Rainbow, Brown, Brook and Lake Trout are found on the Saugeen River, as well as Bass, Northern Pike & Panfish.

Full Motion Crayfish
Hook: Mustad C53S #4-#8
Thread: Uni Mono
Rear Eyes: Mono Eyes, Black
Front Eyes: Dumbbell Eyes
Antennae: Antron (Orange) and Tan Rabbit Fur
Shellback: Furry Foam
Legs: Sili Legs
Body: Zonker Strip
Rib: Tying thread or fine Gold wire
Claws: Zonker Strips
Tying Notes: Tie this pattern in a variety of colours including tan, brown, rust and olive to match local crayfish.

Extended Body Foam Hexagenia
Hook: Mustad S80-3906
Thread: 3/0 Monocord, Yellow
Tail: Stripped Hackle Filaments or Stems
Body: 2MM or 3MM Sheet Foam, Yellow
Wing Post: Hen Hackle, White
Hackle: Grizzly Saddled dyed Yellow
Eyes: Mono Eyes, Extra Small, Black

The rods and reels needed for smallmouth fishing on the Saugeen are nine foot fairly stiff action rods in size 6 through 8 weights. We matched these with large arbor reels with smooth drags. These reels are necessary for as the possibility of a large musky in these same waters is high.

Ken Collins
Grand River Troutfitters
Phone (519) 787-4359
Email: trout@grandrivertroutfitters.com
Website: www.grandrivertroutfitters.com

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Phone (519) 353-7243