Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders

Wednesday, 1 July 2026

{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} FFC Shad Report #5

Remember shad? I finally put out the last report about some fishing in June after the late May freshet. Also, some nice "fishless photos" of the Potomac this spring.

https://mailchi.mp/0f1a4fa09dc6/date-shad-report-12774644

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Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Re: Upper Potomac Float trips

Low water levels in late spring leads to higher grass growth.

On Tue, Jun 30, 2026, 9:17 AM Brian Cain <bcain1989@gmail.com> wrote:

Hi Sean -

I mostly fish the South Fork of the Shenandoah but also have floated around Harpers Ferry/Brunswick/Point of Rocks in my raft.

I'm definitely seeing more grass on the Shenandoah this year too, which could be I think should actually bode well for the fishing this summer. Not sure what's causing the grass (maybe slightly more rain than past years, timing of the rain, etc.) but I'm excited to see what it does for the fishing as we've had low grass years in recent history. Here's an interesting & pretty detailed article from Harry Murray on fishing grass beds that might be helpful: Murray's Fly shop article

The South Fork is likely a bit more of a drive for you, but happy to give you a run down of some of my favorite floats as well as share what I know about fishing around Harper's Ferry (although I have floated that section less).

Shoot me an email and I'll send you my cell #, it's probably easier to chat through it.

Brian

On Monday, June 29, 2026 at 9:04:08 AM UTC-4 Sean Fine wrote:

I have been floating the Upper Potomac, mostly between Seneca and Pennyfield, for over 30 years. While I love this section, fishing has been tougher this year and the grass is returning.

I typically fish from a canoe or a FlyCraft raft and am looking for recommendations for other good day floats on the river. I am especially interested in sections that have put-in and take-out points easily accessible by bike.

As always I appreciate the advice.

Sean Fine
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Tuesday, 30 June 2026

{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Re: Upper Potomac Float trips

Hi Sean -

I mostly fish the South Fork of the Shenandoah but also have floated around Harpers Ferry/Brunswick/Point of Rocks in my raft.

I'm definitely seeing more grass on the Shenandoah this year too, which could be I think should actually bode well for the fishing this summer. Not sure what's causing the grass (maybe slightly more rain than past years, timing of the rain, etc.) but I'm excited to see what it does for the fishing as we've had low grass years in recent history. Here's an interesting & pretty detailed article from Harry Murray on fishing grass beds that might be helpful: Murray's Fly shop article

The South Fork is likely a bit more of a drive for you, but happy to give you a run down of some of my favorite floats as well as share what I know about fishing around Harper's Ferry (although I have floated that section less).

Shoot me an email and I'll send you my cell #, it's probably easier to chat through it.

Brian

On Monday, June 29, 2026 at 9:04:08 AM UTC-4 Sean Fine wrote:

I have been floating the Upper Potomac, mostly between Seneca and Pennyfield, for over 30 years. While I love this section, fishing has been tougher this year and the grass is returning.

I typically fish from a canoe or a FlyCraft raft and am looking for recommendations for other good day floats on the river. I am especially interested in sections that have put-in and take-out points easily accessible by bike.

As always I appreciate the advice.

Sean Fine
Owner/Director | CHANGE CONTENT
E: se...@changecontent.com

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Monday, 29 June 2026

{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} Upper Potomac Float trips

I have been floating the Upper Potomac, mostly between Seneca and Pennyfield, for over 30 years. While I love this section, fishing has been tougher this year and the grass is returning.

I typically fish from a canoe or a FlyCraft raft and am looking for recommendations for other good day floats on the river. I am especially interested in sections that have put-in and take-out points easily accessible by bike.

As always I appreciate the advice.

Sean Fine
Owner/Director | CHANGE CONTENT
E: sean@changecontent.com

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Wednesday, 24 June 2026

{Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} July Casting Church on the Monocacy with CWA

   Come join TPFR and the Chesapeake Women Anglers for a Casting Church ON THE WATER followed by a fun day of fishing.
  

   Meet at Devilbiss Bridge on the Monocacy (NW of Frederick, MD) from 9 a.m. on Sunday, July 12.
  

   While this event is open to all levels, it is a really good opportunity for beginners. The Monocacy River is wide open at this point and the wading is fairly easy, with some places with cobblestone, so it's a good idea to bring your wading staff.
  

   After our casting tune-up, we will be targeting Bluegill and Bass, so bring flies for those species. The suggested rod weight is 4, 5, or 6.
  

   Please reach out with any questions!

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Wednesday, 10 June 2026

Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} 2026 BGT Results and Write-Up!

Oooh good lead ;)

I'm happy to share my bluegill spots with anyone who shows up at beer tie!!!

Cordially yours,

Michael "Misha" Gill

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On Tue, Jun 9, 2026 at 9:04 PM Catherine Peltier <caseypelt@gmail.com> wrote:

Thank you so much for a boatload of fun! Perhaps next year we can share good ponds. Evidently, Hunter’s Pond at Greenspring Village is THE place to try!

C

Casey Peltier

FV-502

703-819-5733

On Tue, Jun 9, 2026 at 5:17 PM Misha Gill <misha4455@gmail.com> wrote:

Hi Everybody,

Thanks to all of our contestants! We had 19 entries and 11 submissions this year! Announcing the results of the tournament:

Most

Casey Peltier - 48

Prettiest

Misha Gill - 7" Bluegill

Largest

John DiGravio - 9.5" Greengill

Youth Category winner: Dexter Steele - 7" Green sunfish

Smallest

Runner Up: Ted Wanstrath - 3.75"

Winner: Casey Peltier - 2.5"

Next year let's aim for 20 submissions and a "most" winner over 100!

Cordially yours,

Michael "Misha" Gill

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Tuesday, 9 June 2026

Re: {Tidal Potomac Fly Rodders} 2026 BGT Results and Write-Up!

Thank you so much for a boatload of fun! Perhaps next year we can share good ponds. Evidently, Hunter’s Pond at Greenspring Village is THE place to try!

Casey Peltier

FV-502

703-819-5733

On Tue, Jun 9, 2026 at 5:17 PM Misha Gill <misha4455@gmail.com> wrote:

Hi Everybody,

Thanks to all of our contestants! We had 19 entries and 11 submissions this year! Announcing the results of the tournament:

Most

Casey Peltier - 48

Prettiest

Misha Gill - 7" Bluegill

Largest

John DiGravio - 9.5" Greengill

Youth Category winner: Dexter Steele - 7" Green sunfish

Smallest

Runner Up: Ted Wanstrath - 3.75"

Winner: Casey Peltier - 2.5"

Next year let's aim for 20 submissions and a "most" winner over 100!

Cordially yours,

Michael "Misha" Gill

My LinkedIn Profile

District Fly Fishing Instagram

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