We hope the New Year has been treating you well! We have enjoyed seeing the die-hard fisherman on those 5 degree days and the larger groups of people wetting a line on the 60 degree days. Even though we prefer the warmer weather, the colder weather tends to bring the much needed rain which we are so desperate for. We did get 2 inches of rain a couple of weeks ago. We are still waiting for several days of a good soaking rain….or snow!

We are really excited for the completion of Dry Creek Center and the Branch. A lot of hard work has gone into getting these buildings completed. Dry Creek Center will be the perfect venue for corporate retreats, family reunions, and weddings. The Branch will be a hotel style building with handicap accessible king and queen bedrooms. Many of you have requested rooms with 2 queen beds, and the Branch will have 2 separate rooms that will fulfill that requirement.

We’ve added a couple of Fly Fishing 101 classes. The first one will be this spring on April 21 and the second on September 8. The cost is $250 per person or $400 for 2 people. Click here for more information.

Finally, we haven’t raised any of our prices since 2008 and will be increasing our daily fishing and some of the lodging prices beginning March 1, 2018. The half day of fishing, (4 hours or less of fishing) will go from $37.00 to $40.00 and a full day of fishing will go from $54.00 to $55.00. Some of the houses will increase $25.00 per night. However, if you Book Now, (before March 1, 2018), you can lock in the old rate by making your reservation before March 1, 2018. Please let us know if you have any questions, we’re glad to help.

Lodging Availability

The Stone House is available the weekend of February 16-17, 2018. This is the weekend of Valentine’s Day, President’s Day, and the 100 Acre Road Rally Race. It’s the last available house that weekend, so make your reservation now! March is beginning to fill up because of spring break, so book your favorite house as soon as possible. For those of you that made 2018 reservations in 2017, we will be contacting you soon to secure your deposit. We look forward to talking with you soon!

 

We hope everyone is enjoying the holidays. Westover is beginning to look very festive with wreathes and lights sprinkled throughout the property. Now that the temperatures have dropped, it’s starting to feel like winter. Remember that Westover is open all year long, so if you don’t mind chipping the ice off the tip of your rod, we would love to see you. The water stays a consistent temperature (around 52 degrees) and never freezes. We hope you can make it down over your holiday break.

During the winter months (December – February) we do not enforce the 2 night minimum on the weekends. So, let us know or book on-line the best day of the week that works for you. We have several openings over the next couple of weeks too. We look forward to seeing you soon!

Purchasing the 2018 Frequent Fisherman Membership would be an excellent gift for the special fisher person in your life. It pays for itself in just 6 “day trip” fishing trips to Westover. Members can also enjoy 10% off their overnight stay at Westover. If you would rather purchase a day of fishing or just designate a certain amount of money, you can customize a gift certificate. You can purchase gift certificates on-line or call us at 573-743-6284 and we’ll create a certificate for you. Just let us know, we are glad to help.

Water levels are still low and clear. Light line, 6X or smaller, and nymphs or streamers should work best. Moving around and changing up the patterns has proven to be the most successful.

The fish don’t seem to be hungrier at any certain time of day, so you can really pick and choose what works best for you. We look forward to hearing what works best for you!

 

What’s New at Westover Farms?

We hope you are enjoying the great fall weather. The fall foliage at Westover is spectacular this year! We hope you can make it down soon to enjoy the beautiful colors. We want to let you know that we have installed speed bumps throughout the property. There are also new signs stating “Caution Speed Bumps” and “5 mph” too. This is to ensure the safety of our fisherman and families that are staying on site. Please slow down and enjoy the scenery before driving over the speed bumps. Finally, don’t forget that a gift certificate to Westover Farms makes a wonderful gift for that special outdoor person in your life. You can either call us at 573-743-6284 or purchase it online from our website. We are continuing to move forward with the new addition to the conference center, “Dry Creek Center”. Dry Creek Center’s commercial kitchen and dining room will be perfect for larger corporate events and family reunions.

 

Lodging Availability

BOOK NOW! If you are looking for a quick getaway before Thanksgiving, there is a house available this weekend and next weekend. There are also a couple of houses available the first 3 weekends in December. Please call 573-743-6284 or email us at info@westoverfarms.com if you have any questions. We look forward to seeing you soon!

2018 Frequent Fisherman Memberships & Gift Certificates

We have several spots open for you to join our 2018 Frequent Fisherman Program. This is an annual membership that lasts from January – December 2018. There are 4 levels of memberships beginning with our “Young Fisherman” for those that are 18 and younger, our “Regular” membership which is intended for the adult fisherman, the “Social Membership”, for 2 family members who love to fish, and the “Corporate membership” for businesses who like to entertain clients as their guests at Westover Farms. This is a great deal if you are able to come to Westover every month or even every other month. Frequent Fisherman Members also enjoy 10% of lodging. These membership makes a great stocking stuffer. You can either purchase them on-line or by calling 573-743-6284.

Water Conditions & What They Are Biting On

Water levels are low and clear. In the last several weeks we’ve only gotten about an inch of rain. Fishing is still tough because the fish can see your every move. However, people are catching fish. We recommend using the olive zebra midge, streamers, and egg patterns with light tippet. Let us know what works best for you. We look forward to hearing from you soon!

Recipe of the Month

 

 

To win a “FREE DAY” of fishing at Westover Farms, send us your favorite trout recipe or a picture of our fun filled day at Westover Farms. Judy Ryan’s recipe for Smoked Trout Dip is November’s winner. Judy recommends using this dip at your next holiday party. We look forward to trying your recipes and seeing your pictures soon!

Smoked Trout Dip
5 oz Smoked Trout
2 oz cream cheese
1 Tb mayonnaise
2 green onions (white & pale green parts only)
1 Tb minced fresh dill
Juice & zest of a lemon
1 small pickle diced
Fresh cracked pepper (to taste)
Chopped Vegetables & Crackers for serving
Directions:
Using the paddle attachment in your stand up mixer, combine the smoked trout, cream cheese, fresh dill, green onions, lemon juice and zest, black pepper, diced pickle, and hot sauce. Beat on low until completely combined. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving. Garnish with dill and serve with your favorite vegetables and cracker.