Fishing the Skwala Hatch with Oprah
The Skwala hatch is a big deal these days and for good reason. It is the first main hatch of the season and at times it produces exceptional fishing. But, like any hatch during the Montana fishing season it has it’s pros and cons. The most common question we get from anglers is, “When is […]
Hoot Owl and Smokey Bear – Fishing Missoula
Hoot Owl fishing restrictions have ended in Missoula, but Smokey Bear is still on the prowl with a number of forest fires in the area. Our weather has cooled off some and dropped water temperatures into acceptable, and even optimal ranges for fly fishing. 5 and 6 am meet times are no longer necessary as […]
Fall Fly Fishing in Missoula – The Anglers’ Realm
Fall fly fishing in Missoula is beyond compare. There are many reasons why fall is a favorite for both anglers and guides; there are the prolific mayfly hatches combined with the last of the terresterials, the brilliant colors of changing cottonwoods, willows, and larch in the riverbottoms, and the streams vacant of tourists, hunters, pleasure […]
Missoula Fishing Forecast – A Look Ahead
As we move into June the Missoula fishing forecast is starting to get a little clearer for the 2014 season. Keep in mind that I’m a fishing guide so there will be no shortage of excuses should my predictions prove false. It’s a mix of weather, water, and trout and we get calls everyday, “Will […]