No…this is not a dream of mine, but actually, a reality. Many folks don’t know that – although the NY fishing season ended October 15 – that there are a few choice spots you can fish throughout the year, so long as you update your fishing license. OK. I’ll spill it. Admittedly, this is a “No-Kill, Artificial Lures Only” section but if you’ve read this far chances are you’re strictly a catch-and-release kind of person anyway. You understand, appreciate and respect both the beauty of the fish and their natural reproductive cycle (which is strained under even the best of circumstances). So, if you fish from the Vermont border to my bridge – the Eagleville Bridge, that is – you are perfectly legal in your pursuit so long as you adhere to the rules of the DEC (see above). Yes, you know it’s going to be cold. Frigid even. But you also know the rewards. And I ain’t necessarily talking fish here. Have fun. And let me know how you made out.
Al, Im looking for some good access points on the c&R part of the river. I have been interested in fly fishing for a long time and recently took it up this past year. I spend a lot of time on the Ausable, but have recently been looking into fishing the Battenkill. I am headed up tomorrow and would welcome any local knowledge that would help me out in the persuit of my first Battenkill Trout. I have read about all of the famous pools, but cant seem to find a map or dirctions to find them. I cant wait to enjoy the river and all it has to offer. If your around and feel like spending some time on the river, I would welcome the company of a fellow fisherman. I look forward to talking to you.
-Matt