Spring 2017 Fishing Report
Spring 2017 Ranch and Fishing Report
Spring is FINALLY here. After a long winter, the days are now getting longer, temperatures are rising and the river is open and fishing, however, as I write this newsletter, it's snowing outside. Well...that's Colorado for ya. So far 4 inches of the fresh stuff in the past few hours.
I know its been some time since I have sent a newsletter with ranch updates and fishing conditions so let me begin by saying that I hope all of you have had a great winter and are ready for some time on the water. I know I sure am. This winter reminded me of what used to be considered a normal winter in these parts. Big heavy dumps with storms that would just hang around for days and unload ridiculous amounts of snow. That being said...our snow-pack reached a whopping 170% of average this year in comparison to last years 70% of average. That's really good news on all fronts for Colorado and the Pagosa Springs area. Plenty of water means happy fish and happy anglers. Furthermore, we still have the wettest part of the season to come. Spring storms can surprise you with considerable moisture, so I never get to excited and pull out my flip flops and shorts just yet. If I do...it never fails to deliver more winter.
Texas Spring Break was last week and I had a chance to get on the water with some of my favorite guests. Air temps reached 65 on some days and the river held...for the most part.
As long as the rivers stay fishable, we plan on continuing to offer day fishing through April. So, if you find yourself in Pagosa Country and wanting to take a day to get out on the river and enjoy some beautiful scenery and great fishing, give us a call. Day trips will start around 10ish and last until 3ish or so depending on the weather. Pricing for a single is $350 and for 2 is $500.
I am forecasting low country runoff to slow down over the next week or so then once the temps come back up, the rivers should start to move again. It looks as if we might have a smaller shoulder season this spring based on the amount of snow still on the ground below 9000 feet. Then in May, the high country melt will start. Keep your fingers crossed for mild temps so it gradually comes down.
Here are some pictures from this winter. El Rancho hosted 2 groups of guests in December. We sledded, snowmobiled and told stories by the fire. Memories were shared and made with new friends and faces we soon won't forget. These experiences I hold dear and look forward to many more. Notice the snow levels around the barns. An incredible snow season for sure.
Now that booking season is in full swing, I am happy to announce that we are opening our sister ranch and a guest favorite, The Notch Ranch, for the first time to in-house guests. The Lindner Family is now offering this special property for your experience and enjoyment in the beautiful Piedra Valley. This property includes 2 rental cabins, a main lodge (3 bedroom) and a smaller adjacent cabin (2 bedroom), 2 fishing ponds with amazing trout, and the east fork of the Piedra River, all available to guests on an exclusive basis.
El Rancho Pinoso's calendar for the summer of 2017 is filling up. If you're looking for that perfect fishing trip in a picture perfect setting, with miles of river to call your own, there is still a chance to book. All of our guests at El Rancho Pinoso, and our sister ranches, Weminuche Valley Ranch and The Notch Ranch, have exclusivity during their visit. That means, you have the whole ranch to yourself, unlike other fishing lodges. We offer our guests over 10 miles of easy walking / wading, first class private water for fly fishing, over 2000 acres for hiking or horseback riding, and superb meals prepared by the best chefs in the area.
The Lindner Ranches are an undiscovered gems and are the finest and most fairly priced private water venues in the West. Come visit us for a vacation of a lifetime or spend the day on a guided fishing trip that will amaze even the most discerning anglers.
We hope to see you this summer!