Missouri River Fly Fishing Report - Page 59 of 64

missouri river, phtography, winter

A bundle of folks on the water yesterday. Today? Not as many. When the weather warms you Montanans exit your households and wander towards a winter fishery like the Missouri River. We got the hot free perked coffee for you.…

Sunday Super-Humans | Zappa Edition

January 26, 2014

Fly Fishing Video, Headhunters Life

Frank Zappa, Sunday Super-Humans, video

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Moving to Montana soon. Gonna be dental floss tycoon. Or a fly shop guy. John and I both came here for the trout, not the floss. My love for Zappa was an unwelcome one. I worked at a slope side…

We can’t keep them off the Missouri River!

January 25, 2014

Lots of college kids here this week. Finals… While I don’t remember much of my finals week, I do remember wanting to fish, all the time. I would trick my self into tying flies instead of studying. I felt that…

Friday Foto | 2010 Flashback

January 24, 2014

A shot from the lower river. Awesome. Love the lower river. It’s damn nice. Differing characteristics make the Missouri a must. Yah, tell your wife you must come this summer. We can write a doctor’s note if that will help……

Missouri River Montana Fishing Report 1.23.14

January 23, 2014

bobbers, fishing report, new streamers, winter

Great reports from all anglers. Anglers are out on a daily basis too. Many nimpers, some swingers, and an occasional dry fly Nazi’s. Cabins all full for the week, yet open for the weekend. Yep, fully booked here in this…

In Search of the Grab – Steelhead Video

January 23, 2014

video

Here’s some fly fishing for Steelhead from Beattie and Simms. It may help you look occupied at work, instead of thinking about fishing.

Fly Tying Night in America

January 22, 2014

Fly Fishing Technique, Headhunters Life

missouri river, team Headhunters, winter

Yep, it’s on. Tying tonight in Craig Montana. Snowing as I write this post and we expect a few inches is all. No wind. Nice! Been reading Scumliners posts this last week and learning a ton! Maybe he should write…

Why Spey Rods are More Effective in the Winter.

January 22, 2014

Fly Fishing Technique

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Over the last few winters, I’ve spent more time fly fishing the Mo’ with a two handed rod than with a single hander. This is especially true when it comes to streamer fishing. In fact the inconsistent and often slow…

Pre Runoff Fly Fishing in Montana

January 21, 2014

Pre runoff is one of our favorite times of year. Montana is blessed with some fantastic early season fly fishing, and pre-runoff fishing can be some of the most reliable fishing over the course of the season. The water will…

Missouri River Winter Nymphing Techniques

January 20, 2014

Fly Fishing Technique

nymph, winter

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Winter fishing on the Missouri River means that you will most likely be doing some nymph fishing. The water is cold and the fish can be lethargic. The most effective method usually involves putting a nymph right in their face.…

Silly Sunday Scenery

January 19, 2014

Photography

Our good friend Luca Troiani from Sweetgrass Rods bending some bamboo on the Ruby River.

Louisiana Marsh Report

January 19, 2014

You know we love to fish for Redfish in Louisiana. Mark and I got weathered out in December and had to cancel our trip. Fortunately, Headhunters guide JP Basile and his wife Teal are making up for it this week.…

F3T Opens in Helena!

January 18, 2014

Fly Fishing Video, Headhunters Life

The first F3T show of the year is this week in Helena, MT. That’s right. Helena. Montana. If you’re in the region you can be the first to view this years selections from the group of video aficionados at The…

New Breed Chicks Rule: Friday Edition

January 17, 2014

Fly Fishing Travel, New Breed Chicks

saltwater

Our good bud Teal Basile holds a fat Louisianan Redfish caught yesterday. Look familiar? You’ve seen her around the shop, and you saw her in the last issue of the Drake. Way to go Teal! – photo by JP Basile

Montana Mid-winter Snowpack Report

January 17, 2014

missouri river, water, winter

Time to talk about our Montana Mid-winter Snowpack Report, snowfall and water prognosticating for the upcoming season. Unlike others, Mark and I refuse to tell you what’s going to happen this summer when it comes to streamflows and runoff timing.…

Fly Tying… not tonight!

January 15, 2014

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No one seems too interested in tying flies tonight, which is fine. You shouldn’t obsess with fly fishing every single hour of every single day. We will see you fer shur next Wednesday night.

Epic is Right! Swift Fly Fishing via TFM.

January 15, 2014

A couple of months ago I was reading another great review of the Swift Fly Fishing “Epic” fiberglass fly rods. As with most of the fiberglass fly rod reviews I’ve read, it was good. In fact it was glowing. While…

Now What?

January 14, 2014

Squeeky is out of town for the week on a well deserved rest, so I’m being pulled back into the blogging duties. Hopefully that will be a good thing. You may have (or may have not) noticed that I haven’t…

Missouri River Summer 2014 | 10 Things you should know

January 13, 2014

Fly Fishing Travel, Headhunters Life

The summer will be upon us sooner than we would like to think. The winter can move very slowly, the spring somewhat quicker. We are winter fishing here on the Missouri, as we do all year, and our mind can…

Silly Sunday Scenery | Wind Edition

January 12, 2014

Windy as bitch today on the Might Mo. A 30 percent chance of snow. Mostly cloudy, with a temperature falling to around 32 by 10am. Windy, with a west wind 29 to 31 mph, with gusts as high as 44…

Resident Rainbows Video

January 12, 2014

Totally scraped this site from the Moldy Chum fly fishing super site last Saturday. This shit is cool! Can you see the multitude of food options rushing by these fish? The trout have options! River snorkel: Resident Rainbows from River_Snorkel…

Jared Reviews Driftwood Bar Cascade Montana

January 11, 2014

Headhunters Fly Fishing Guide Jared Edens speaks openly about his local eatery and drinkery in Cascade Montana today on this very fly fishing blog. Many of you know Jared from guiding with him, some by sitting next to him on…

Friday Spey

January 10, 2014

Cool Spey Casting Video from the Loop Army. I’m not sure how the Loop Army is faring these days as their path in the USA has been tumultous and confusing at best. But this video is cool! Friday Spey from…

Winter Wader Maintenance

January 9, 2014

Fly Fishing Gear, Headhunters Life

It’s time for this task. Do they smell? I bet they do. Dirty waders don’t breathe well. Did I mention the stench that some acquire over time? Many, most, anglers do not take care of their waders. Never washing, never…

Missouri River Montana Fishing Report 1.8.14

January 8, 2014

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Cold ? Yes. Good? Yes. It really does not change much in the winter months. The weather changes more often than any other factor. Water temps wobbling between 34F and 35F. Pretty standard for winter months. Last year the water…

BUFF it out for winter

January 7, 2014

We love this piece for all season play. Have you worn your BUFF in the winter months? We have. Once you get onto this critical outdoor accessory, you never look back. There are two kinds of people. Those who wear…

Fly Tying Night in America @ Headhunters Fly Shop

January 7, 2014

It is January and the time has arrived to tie flies Wednesday nights @ Headhunters Fly Shop in Craig. Our 3rd or 4th season of weekly fly tying here on the Missouri River. Are you ready? Our program is different…

SAGE Method Review. Everyday driver?

January 6, 2014

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I have a few of them. The SAGE Method. I used to be, as many of you know, a soft rod guy. Well, not anymore. What I have learned, albeit slowly, that tip flexing stiffer fly rods are made for…

Die Hard Spey Day

January 6, 2014

5 Die Hard Spey Day participants attended Saturday’s Clinic. The roads were bad, the weather was bad, the learning was good. Our next shot is Saturday February 8th. Sign up today for the Spey Casting Clinic. We will see you…

Silly Sub-Freezing Sunday Scenery

January 5, 2014

Snow on the ground today. Snowed Friday afternoon, Saturday, and some today as well. This image from last week looking toward Wolf Creek Bridge west of the river. It looks just like this today, but with snow. It’s cold too.…

SIMMS Wading Boots. 2 to Consider.

January 4, 2014

The SIMMS G4 BOA is a boot that many Missouri River anglers will be wearing for several years. Why? Ease of use. The RiverTek BOA, the predecessor, is a boot that many of the Headhunters staff has been wearing the…

Friday Foto January 3rd Fishing Report

January 3, 2014

The damn weather is the only variable that can really screw up the day. The fishing is just fine. Water temps in the 34F range with the winter flows at or about the 3K level. And holding on both accounts.…

RIO How to choose a Spey Line

January 3, 2014

Simon Gawesworth today from RIO Products discussing how to choose the ideal Spey Line. Our free clinics cover this topic as well. Sometimes the fly line selection process can be intimidating with 2 handed fly rods. Running lines, backing, shooting…

Cold Water Nymphing | Technique by Bob Glassen

January 2, 2014

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Fly Fishing Technique

The water temperature’s about 34 F. Pretty damn cold. You wouldn’t think the nymphing is hot, but it is. The fish are hot, too – surprisingly strong for that water temp. The thing to remember is that they are not…

New Years Fishing, Spey Casting Clinics, & HH Updates

January 1, 2014

The new year is upon us and we are damn excited. We never stop having a ball here at Headhunters. The excitement from learning is a driving force. We are always learning about you, the river, and advancing our fly…

The Hairdressers Midge. Mad Trout Tying Video

January 1, 2014

Ulf Borjesson with a cool tying video of The Hairdressers Midge today from the Headhunters Fly Shop Blog. Ulf has visited the Mo several times now and it is one of his favorites. Ours too Ulf. He writes a kick-ass…

Happy New Year!

January 1, 2014

Happy New Year from all of us here on Montana’s Missouri River. Today @ Noon the Polar Bear Plunge here in Craig. Take this day of rest. Then plan your upcoming Missouri River Trip. It is quite busy already for…

New Boat Smell | Winter Edition

December 31, 2013

Ken Stock got himself a new boat this year. 2013. How about you? A new boat for 2014? Why not. You deserve it. Or just hook yourself up with a punch card full of guided trips. Adipose Boatworks Flow is…

Last Years Fishing Report Today

December 30, 2013

It is damn good for cold water temperatures. Yep, pretty good. Some fella’s even caught some on a dry fly yesterday. In between wind gusts. Today much calmer here in Craig. The afternoon promises 42F. We like that temperature. No…

Down & Across | Scumliner Media

December 30, 2013

Our own Sara tossing a spey rod a few years back. Wintertime on the Missouri River means changing gears. Down & Across featuring Sara by Scumliner Media Grab your 2 Hander, head out, have fun. Need to demo or buy…

Benny Hill Sunday Funny Film

December 29, 2013

Headhunters Life, Uncategorized

Fever with Benny Hill and Dilys Watling. One of my favorites as a kid. Still funny.

Sunday Scenery | Squeeky’s Dad

December 29, 2013

Photography

Sunday Scenery image from LaConner Washington. From Squeeky’s Dad. Happy Sunday. Go Seahawks. Go Steelhead. Its nice here in central Montana. Considering it’s winter. Enjoy the week ahead.

New Breed Chicks Rule & Future Flyfishers!

December 28, 2013

Future Fly Fishers, New Breed Chicks

2 for 1 today on the Headhunters Blog. A New Breed Chicks Rule gal who happens to be a Future Flyfisher too! Millie is the angler here today, and the star! New Breed Chicks Rule! Mike said that it was…

Friday Foto Fishing Report | Missouri River Montana

December 27, 2013

Fishing Report, Photography

Friday Foto Fishing Report from your good friends @ Headhunters Fly Shop and Guide Service. Good is the word. Good nymphing, can be great. Below good for the streamer fishing. About one take per hour. So, not terrible. Come in…

Merry Christmas…we’re fishing this week!

December 26, 2013

Come on in and enjoy the deeply discounted products here on the Mo. And, and then go fish! Or the other way around. Your choice. Quite a few anglers on the river Wednesday the 25th. Looked like most were swinging…

Headhunters Fly Shop wishes you a Merry Christmas

December 25, 2013

From all of us, to all of you…Merry Christmas. Ben, Sara, Julie, John, and Mark here in Craig Montana hop you and your family enjoy the holidays. See you the 26th, Boxing Day for those north of the border, for…

Itu’s Bones

December 24, 2013

Fly Fishing Travel, Fly Fishing Video

A cool video that has been out a couple years. Worth the 10 minutes on this Christmas Eve. Any Saltwater plans in your future? Well if there are this holiday period, we wish you the best. It’s Tuesday. The holidays…

Holiday Fishing Report straight outta Craig Montana

December 23, 2013

Hi’s in the 40’s today with overcast skies greeting us this nearly Christmas morning. Currently 43F and calm with some light misty type drizzle! Fellers wandering around the river today. Mostly anglers again as the hunters has waned in the…

Sunday Surf Films | The Real Big Wednesday

December 22, 2013

Fly Fishing Video, Headhunters Life

Check out this film outside of Pipeline. Legends of Surf here. The real Big Wednesday.

What are we doing at Headhunters Fly Shop these days?

December 21, 2013

Above photo shot after our 2nd season in 2009. The shop has metamorphosed a few times since this shot. Some have asked what we are doing this year? Many think winter work at fly shops is boring. Some days it…

Winter Solstice Facts from Shannon Younger

December 20, 2013

Headhunters Life, Un-Fishing

Shannon Younger Article this morning from Tween Us. Photo Credit from Brian Lubin of Missouri River fame. So Squeeky knocked off the article, and used a photo from a local. Nice work if I don’t say so myself… By Shannan…

Friday Foto | Winter Solstice Edition

December 20, 2013

Cool this morning. But only in the mid 20’s. It’s been much colder than that the last couple weeks. Still not many around. Hibernation I guess. Friday Foto from your favorite river. Montana’s Missouri River.

Missouri River Winter Fishing Report 12.19.13

December 19, 2013

Nearing the shortest day of the year and the the river is fishing, looking, and feeling like it is in some sort of winte rhibernation. Not for long, we hope. The Winter Solstice will come and go and the days…

Order today for last minute Santa

December 19, 2013

Fly Fishing Gear, Headhunters Life

Get in on the last minute shopping with delivery for Christmas today! Free Shipping too! If you need to get just a few more items for your fly fishing sweety-pie, call today @ 406-235-3447 Sara and her elves will pack…

50 Best Tailwaters to Fish @ Headhunters Fly Shop

December 18, 2013