Missoula spring fly fishing is like few others in the west. Some of the best fishing of the year starts in March, and it starts on the surface! That’s correct, we have stellar dry fly fishing in March and April. Whether you’re a fan of...
The trico is a purely American phenomenon. You can tell by the name. When the British named their mayflies, they used terms like Little Marryat and Greenwell’s Glory. We just shorten the latin name, Tricorythides! The trico has also been known by other names, like...
Missoula Fishing Report Late Skwalas and Spring Mayflies Over the past week the fishing has been nothing short of incredible. Really, there is nothing more to say. But this is a fishing report so I guess I have to give you more than that. Mayflies: The March Browns/Grey...
Well that happened fast. Wasn't it just early July and the Salmonflies were everywhere? Did August even happen this year? I guess time flies when you are netting fish. The good news is that we are full swing into the mayfly buffet. Tricos, Hecubas, Mahogonies, and...
This is the time of year that dry fly anglers wait for. The mayflies and caddis come off in massive numbers late into the evening and big fish come up to stuff themselves. Most nights, evening fishing is more of a waiting game than active fishing....
They aren't here in huge numbers yet, but they are starting to show up. The fish are starting to notice as well. Full force dry fly fishing any day! - The MAngler...
"Spring Fishing Report" The Bitterroot: We have been on the water the past few weeks. This past weekend was the first with great weather all weekend. The fishing has been very consistent sub-surface. Rubber legs and Worms on the inside bends have been the key. We...
It may be cold. It may be hunting season. And it may be time to put a fresh coat of wax on your skis. But for the love of the trout gods...
Directly from the mouths of some MAngler Guides. Remember they are fishing guides. Most likely they are lying. Mike stuck this awesome old Cuttie on a size 10 H&L. Stud Fish Mike! (We know the photo is from Sept. But it's a great fish!) Travis: (Laughing) "Dude, It's...
This is some of our favorite fishing of the year. If you like big fish eating tiny dry flies in rhythm, it will be your favorite too. One reason we love trico fishing is because it isn't easy. The big fish are picky and can get...