The Chess Game Begins – Fishing Choices
Here in Missoula we are blessed to have so many fishing choices so close to town. It means that no matter what the conditions are we likely have a good fishing option in the area. The challenge comes this time of year when we get a bump in our streamflows, either from too much […]
5 Keys to Success For the Bitterroot Skwala Hatch
Bitterroot Skwala Hatch What was once a local secret, the Bitterroot Skwala hatch has become the most anticipated event of the Missoula fishing season. It is easy to see why. After a long, dreary winter the Skwala provides the first big meal for local trout and the first big dry fly fishing for anglers from […]
Family Fishing Vacation
So what does a fly fishing outfitter do with a mid-season break? He takes a family fishing vacation of course! I always try to schedule some time off toward the end of August before the kids go back to school so we can take a trip somewhere. The trip doesn’t have to be exclusively about […]
Drift Boat Fly Fishing Tips – Part 3
In the first two weeks of Drift Boat Fly Fishing Tips we talked about big picture concepts. Now it is time to get down to the nuts and bolts tactics that will make you a better fly angler for your next float trip. The first step is to be able to maintain a good Ready […]
Drift Boat Fly Fishing Tips – Part 2
Last week in Drift Boat Fly Fishing Tips we talked about the mental aspects of the game. The second most important element to remember is that float fishing is a team sport. Wade anglers are used to the solitary nature of their trade. They can move at their own pace and only have to worry […]
