[Joni]

Most waters are open to fishing year round, while others have special dates. Check proc on those. They also have special regs on what you can use.Myself, when I refer to season open, I am refering to the weather. Most of our stillwaters are frozen right now, which leaves me to rivers only. Then there is road conditions that prevent getting there.If it is so cold that my guides are icing up on every other cast, I will stay home and tie flies.Feel free to mention locations and I am sure some here will be able to answer your questions.Good luck with the new rod and tight lines to you.