Broad Ripple (White River access)on White River (West Fork)
Clear skies and cool fall temperatures
- 01Clear skies and cool fall temperatures.
- 02USGS flow data unavailable; assess local conditions.
- 03Expect intermittent BWO hatches and active October Caddis.
- 04Midges remain a consistent subsurface food source.
- 05Focus on current seams and deeper, slower pools.
- 06Use slow, deliberate presentations for lethargic fish.
What to tie on at Broad Ripple (White River access)
Picked from recent reports for this stretch.
Clouser Minnow (Bass)
An excellent baitfish imitation for Walleye and other predatory fish, effective year-round and particularly in the clear, low water conditions of spring.
Buy at AmazonPerch Pattern
A highly effective imitation of young-of-year perch, a common forage for Walleye during the spring and fall seasons.
Woolly Bugger (Black)
A versatile streamer mimicking leeches and baitfish, proven effective for Walleye and active trout as waters gradually warm in the spring.
Mother's Day Caddis
With the caddis hatch starting to show, this pattern is a perfect imitation for the adult caddis, drawing strikes from rising trout and even opportunistic Walleye.
Flashback Pheasant Tail Nymph
An essential general searching nymph for early spring, mimicking various mayfly nymphs that are active subsurface, which Walleye and trout will readily feed on.
Crappie Jig Fly
Effective for Walleye and other predatory species, especially during spring when fish are more active around structure.
Buy at AmazonHendrickson Nymph
Hendricksons are a key early spring hatch; nymphs are active subsurface and a primary food source for trout and opportunistic Walleye.
Clouser Minnow (Bass) (Chartreuse/White)
This baitfish imitation is highly effective for predatory Walleye, especially in varying summer water conditions.
Woolly Bugger (Black)
A classic and versatile streamer, the black Woolly Bugger imitates leeches and baitfish, making it a dependable choice for active Walleye in summer.
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