While visiting family near Buffalo, NY I snuck out to some fishing recon while the rest of the clan got up and ready Saturday morning. My scouting trip took me to an awesome tackle shop in Hamburg by the name of Colville Outfitters. I highly recommend checking them out if you're in the area.
While picking up some fly tying gear and some leaders and tippet for salmon, I chatted up the owner for some good local spots in the area. He was kind enough to direct me to the upper Cattaraugus Creek in Arcade, NY. It would seem the lower section is great for Steelhead later in the year, but for now, the upper is the best locale for trout.
Armed with local k knowledge, I snuck out Sunday morning and hit the creek. The water was cool, clear, and very low and the scenery was beautiful. Sadly, I got skunked for the first time in a while. I blame my lack of pocket water experience and the thunderstorm that chased me away an hour into my excursion. Until next time, Upper Catt!
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