Garden State Trout

After a lifetime of using an overpacked and underused vest, I'm thinking of going to something to wear around my waist. I've already started trying to slim down to one (large) fly box, but I'm wondering where to hang my net. If I don't attach it to me I'll definitely lose it, and it seems attaching ...

Agree - that is the one fly to have, and definitely with a bead. Would argue the best fly all around for all freshwater species.

Tiable wire for sure. I think it will prevent other species from striking, but when after toothy critters it's a must! (Mono is akin to taking a knife to a gun fight IMHO)

Black, olive, or a combination of the two. I like them early before the fish start looking up. (Great on bass, too)

Rhinehart's Brook. Thanks for the info- didn't know they were evicting those fish! Trout Brook does have a waterfall (very picturesque) that would make it impossible for anything to get above it. It's also right next to the parking lot, and much better on the body!

Fished one of the WTS's in the park last Saturday. Did far more walking than fishing, but did get to see some nice (tiny) trout rising for a small caddis. Flow was a bit lacking so spots were limited. Legs still sore from the hike! Saw some guys walking around with trout on the Black River.