{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Re: shad

"Best way" is relative.  I agree that from a boat is probably best, however, having never done that I've caught all I can handle using an 8wt and a type 4 sinking shooting taper from the MD/DC side, usually below Chain Bridge.  A boat allows better positioning relative to shore but if you're willing to move around you'll do fine (and see lots of deer and other critters).  Best if you can make it out during the week.  Sometimes you'll find shad in a current seam and the anglers above/below won't catch near as many, and of course the reverse is true.  The key is to just get out there, and be willing to change flies, retrieves, depth, etc. until something works.  The fly and lure angers I've met over the years have been very helpful.  I'm back overseas now and will miss this year's run...

On Saturday, March 10, 2018 at 4:05:02 PM UTC-5, Patrick Donahue wrote:

What is the best way to fish for shad in the Potomac.  I just moved here from NC.

On Friday, March 9, 2018 at 9:05:18 AM UTC-5, Bill Garrahan wrote:

Has anyone heard if the first shad has been caught yet in Potomac?  How is the water temp and flow?

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