The EW is fishing really well. In fact I would say the conditions are the best I've seen in 4 years. The high flows cleaned out the silt and scoured the bottom of that moss. I'm amazed how fast this fishery has bounced back. Flows are at 340 (down from 400 last week) now which is still not ideal for wading/crossing so exercise caution but it makes for a lot of fun even getting into smaller fish that will take you deep into the current. Its mainly a caddis game right now with the other typical EW stuff like midges, pheasant tails, SJ worms, and mayflies.
I carried 3 rods and got some takes with a hopper /dropper setup as well. BTW, carrying 2 is not bad usually for me but 3 was a pain in the rear so I don't recommend. But I had a nymph, streamer, and dry setup and they all worked.
I didn't get anything big but lots of rainbows and browns in the 12-16 inch range. The future looks very bright.
I also scouted out the West Walker and it's still strong in the canyon but up near Pickels it looks perfect. I like hiking back and fishing the pocket water off the beaten path. East Carson is also a go now. Pressure looked strong for a Monday.
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