Connecticut Freshwater

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CT Freshwater Report as of 10/15/2026

CT Freshwater Report as of 10/15/2026

CT Freshwater Report as of 10/15/2026 Jim DeCesare with a fantastic brown trout caught recently. The colors on this fish can't be beat!  REMINDER: As of September 1st, the entire river from the Goo...

CT Freshwater Report as of 10/12/2026

CT Freshwater Report as of 10/12/2026

CT Freshwater Report as of 10/12/2026 Ben Toscano landed this great brown trout before the rains this weekend! Excellent fish bud! The fall colors are really showing above and below the waters surf...

CT Freshwater Report as of 10/09/2026

CT Freshwater Report as of 10/09/2026

CT Freshwater Report as of 10/09/2026 Dave Machowski's client Mike with a nice rainbow from a recent guided lesson where he caught a pile of fish! Great work guys!  REMINDER: As of September 1st, t...

CT Freshwater Report as of 10/05/2026

CT Freshwater Report as of 10/05/2026

CT Freshwater Report as of 10/05/2026 John Antolini working his magic with a fantastic brown trout caught this weekend. Great fish my friend!  REMINDER: As of September 1st, the entire river from t...

CT Freshwater Report as of 10/01/2026

CT Freshwater Report as of 10/01/2026

CT Freshwater Report as of 10/01/2026 Stephen Hogan's client Tomasz with a nice bow nymphed up recently. The fall colors on the Farmington are really starting to show!  REMINDER: As of September 1s...

CT Freshwater Report as of 9/28/2026

CT Freshwater Report as of 9/28/2026

CT Freshwater Report as of 9/28/2026 Local guide John Stratton with a great brown from this Nor'Easter weekend. Making the most of the lack of foot traffic this weekend; great work bud!  REMINDER: ...

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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