Bitterroot It’s sun versus cloud time. Sunny weather brings out the tricos ad hoppers. Clouds and rain bring out the Mahoganies, BWO’s and Hecubas. October caddis are active as well. Don’t be afraid to run a longer, finer leader in the low, clear water. The…
Here is a few tips for protecting our fish with the warmer water temps that we have seen lately: Limit the amount of handling time. Take the hook out and put the fish back in the water asap. Use heavier tippet so you are not…
Here is a few tips for protecting our fish with the warmer water temps that we have seen lately: Limit the amount of handling time. Take the hook out and put the fish back in the water asap. Use heavier tippet so you are not…
Bitterroot The Root has been giving up some good fishing in the mid to upper stretches. We have been seeing lots of Golden Stones and Sallies with some Green Drakes and PMDs coming off as well. Our rig of choice has been a Golden Stone…
Missoula Fishing Report November 30th If you haven’t noticed, the rivers are rather ice-filled… Be careful while you’re out there. Find a steady spot to wade! We’re gonna sum up the rivers as a whole, because they are all on the same page. If it’s…
Missoula Fishing Report November 17th Fishing takes a little more patience than some would like right now. We’re in the middle of the rough transition between fall fishing and winter fishing. Focus on pulling one nice fish out instead of looking to boat 25 of…
Missoula Fishing Report October 29th Mid to high 40’s for the week… as well as some rain. Be prepared! We’re gonna keep it short and sweet. Most of the rivers have similar stuff going on… Blackfoot River: Throw black streamers in deep pools. Alternatives would…
Missoula Fishing Report October 27th The days are getting shorter and a little bit cloudier. The fishing has been tricky. All around, streamers have been doing well lately… be sure not to leave your box at home! Don’t forget that some of the tributaries and…
Missoula Fishing Report October 21st The fishing is looking up. Though the weather ison and off, it is giving us something to work with. Cloud coverage and colder days are moving in, making for good mayfly fishing and just more prolific hatches in general. Be…
Missoula Fishing Report October 13th Clouds are in the forecast! Once Friday and the weekend rolls around, we should have some fall weather in the forecast. The fishing should start speeding up, as it has been getting a little better each day. Blackfoot River: H20…