Connecticut Freshwater

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CT Small Stream Fishing

CT Small Stream Fishing

CT Small Stream Fishing The smaller rivers are all in good condition right now and have some water from the rain last week. We do have some rain coming this weekend, about an inch from Friday – Sun...

CT Freshwater Report as of 5/30/2025

CT Freshwater Report as of 5/30/2025

 CT Freshwater Report as of 5/30/2025  All rivers are a go and the fishing is good. Light rain is in the forecast but no more than an inch or so through Saturday morning then things will clear u...

CT Freshwater Report as of 5/22/2025

CT Freshwater Report as of 5/22/2025

All waters in play till we see what floods- Caddis, march browns, and even some stray hendricksons are all around.

CT Freshwater Fishing Report as of 5/6/2025

CT Freshwater Fishing Report as of 5/6/2025

CT Freshwater Report as of 5/6/2025 Picture Credit- Guide Ben Canino(@rivervalleyflyfish) put his sports on this beauty. Most rivers right now are high with all the rain we have received this week ...

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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