Well I made it to New Mexico. Needless to say it is much,
much different from my beloved Oregon. I am determined to take advantage of
all it has to offer. Luckily for me, New Mexico actually has some good
fly-fishing. Ever heard of the San Juan? Yeah, I’m going to be spending some
time there. The San Juan is one of the best tailwater fisheries that can be
fished year round. Known for its abundant and large rainbows and browns, I’m
eager to get up there. Unfortunately, most places to fish are about 2 to 3
hours from Albuquerque. No worries though. Another downer…the beer. I haven’t
been acquainted with all the local breweries here so far, but lets just say
that my pallet was spoiled while living in Bend. It’s probably better for my
health.
Something New Mexico does
have that Oregon doesn’t…Northern Pike and Tiger Muskies. They’re no
Steelhead, but I heard they put up a pretty good fight. So no more
Deschutes, Rogue, or Metolius. Now it's onto the San Juan, Rio Grande, Pecos, and
many more. Green Butt Skunks, Freight Trains, and Purple Hazes have been
replaced with San Juan Worms, size 24 midges, and baitfish patterns. Works for
me. Let the chronicles of New Mexico begin.
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