Connecticut Freshwater

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CT Freshwater Report as of 2/21/2026

CT Freshwater Report as of 2/21/2026

CT Freshwater Report as of 2/21/2026 Pictured here is Farmy G with a real nice winter brown. We are gonna get hit with another massive snowstorm. Be safe when driving around on your way to the rive...

CT Freshwater Report as of 1/25/2026

CT Freshwater Report as of 1/25/2026

CT Freshwater Report as of 1/25/2026 Pictured here is Brandon Smith with a real nice winter brown. We had a great weekend at the Edison Fly Fishing show this weekend and are very thankful to everyo...

CT Freshwater Report as of 1/17/2026

CT Freshwater Report as of 1/17/2026

CT Freshwater Report as of 1/17/2026 Pictured here is Brent Mastromarino with a real nice winter brown. We had a great weekend at the Marlborough Fly Fishing show this weekend and are very thankful...

CT Freshwater Report as of 1/3/2025

CT Freshwater Report as of 1/3/2025

CT Freshwater Report as of 1/3/2025 Happy new year! I hope you all can get out this year and catch some fish. Good flows coming out of the damn. The West Branch Farmington in Riverton is 230 cfs wi...

CT Freshwater Report as of 12/20/2025

CT Freshwater Report as of 12/20/2025

CT Freshwater Report as of 12/20/2025 Pictured here is Ben Toscano with a beauty brown. With it being right around the corner, Merry Christmas! Good flows coming out of the damn. The West Branch Fa...

CT Freshwater Report as of 12/6/2025

CT Freshwater Report as of 12/6/2025

CT Freshwater Report as of 12/6/2025 Pictured here is Jeff Weisman with a nice brown! Good flows coming out of the damn. The West Branch Farmington in Riverton is 260 cfs with the Still at 82 cfs, ...

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John Stratton

John Stratton is a passionate fly fishing guide offering wade and float trips on Connecticut’s scenic Farmington and Housatonic Rivers. With years of experience on these waters, John brings a laid-back, knowledgeable approach to helping anglers of all levels get the most out of their day on the river. Whether you’re chasing trout on the Farmington or casting for smallmouth on the Housatonic, John’s got the local insight and river skills to make your trip unforgettable

To learn more about fishing with John message us at support@localflyco.com

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Christian Parisi

Christian Parisi is the owner of Local Fly Co, and a 15 year veteran guide. After a couple year hiatus, Christian is getting back in the guide seat for limited freshwater and saltwater trips in 2025. He will be offering walk and wade and float trips for trout on the Farmington and Swift Rivers as well as shore saltwater trips in CT and the beaches of Rhode Island.

To book a trip with Christian, message him at Chris@localflyco.com

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John Stratton

John Stratton is a passionate fly fishing guide offering wade and float trips on Connecticut’s scenic Farmington and Housatonic Rivers. With years of experience on these waters, John brings a laid-back, knowledgeable approach to helping anglers of all levels get the most out of their day on the river. Whether you’re chasing trout on the Farmington or casting for smallmouth on the Housatonic, John’s got the local insight and river skills to make your trip unforgettable

To learn more about fishing with John message us at support@localflyco.com

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Christian Parisi

Christian Parisi is the owner of Local Fly Co, and a 15 year veteran guide. After a couple year hiatus, Christian is getting back in the guide seat for limited freshwater and saltwater trips in 2025. He will be offering walk and wade and float trips for trout on the Farmington and Swift Rivers as well as shore saltwater trips in CT and the beaches of Rhode Island.

To book a trip with Christian, message him at Chris@localflyco.com