Neil Young Heart of Gold
Neil Young Heart of Gold Saturday. Good day for a listen to Neil Young and his guitar, harmonica. On stage. Solo. Like a good dry fly session. You, your rod, one fly. Knee deep.
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Soon, it will be green.
Soon, it will be green. When the snow lifts from this sacred ground, it will be green. Until then, white-ish. Water temps crawling upwards as the calendar moves forward and the water flows increasing as well. Look for flows in…
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It’s a Damn Snow Globe
It’s a Damn Snow Globe As of Thursday morning here in Craig Montana It’s a Damn Snow Globe. When will it stop? Spring is a long time coming this year. Is it normal weather pattern. Yes, it really is. But…
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Craig Boat Ramp Meeting May 4th Craig Fire Hall
Craig Boat Ramp Meeting May 4th Craig Fire Hall Keeping you up to fate here on the HH Blog. Your information source of all things Missouri River. Found in my email this am… I wanted to pass along our latest…
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JAV Fruit Roll Up Fly Tying Kit and Video
JAV Fruit Roll Up Fly Tying Kit and Video A great 12 month fly here on the Mo is the Fruit Roll Up. A leech pattern that fish truly enjoy. Anglers too. An interesting profile and great leechy action make…
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Silly Sunday Scenery Trout Spey Cast
Silly Sunday Scenery Trout Spey Cast A nice January Weekend here in central Montana. Air temps breaking through the 50F mark. And anglers are out. Enjoy your Sunday outside.
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Tax Day Fishing Report 4.15.23
Tax Day Fishing Report 4.15.23 Flows falling a bit to 5400 cfs with water temps climbing to nearly 38F today. Looks like the temps rising 1/4 to 1/2 degree per week. BWO’s on the surface at 42F plus. So a…
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Friday Foto
Friday Foto Stunning morning here on the Mo. Sun is out, snow on the ground, anglers and excitement in the air. You fishing this weekend? We are open daily 8am. Shuttles yes. Daily yes. Restrictions? Nope. Book in advance? nope.…
Read More Thin Mint JAV Tying Video
Thin Mint JAV Tying Video Possibly on one of the best sellers in any fly shop the last several years has been this Woolly Bugger-esque pattern. Many just call this a Woolly Bugger, and they are right. But the materials…
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Snow Water Equivalent Map Montana
Snow Water Equivalent Map Montana Some trust this map. Others don’t. You choose. It is year to date. So changes happen quickly! Warm weather will melt some of that snow away. And encourage the winds to wake.
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Friday Foto
Friday Foto Nice weather this weekend! Yesterday pretty nice as well. Hope you catch a couple. Look for those midge out there. There are some looking up! Streamer guys liking it too. Fish moving a bit further for the fly…
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Headhunters 15th Anniversary is Today!
Headhunters 15th Anniversary is Today! Yes. Today is the 1st day of our 16th year. The first 15 are in the archives. Lots of thanks to the many who have helped us through the first 15. You are our focus.…
Read More Neil Young Comes a Time Video
Neil Young Comes a Time Video A good one for Monday. Have a good Monday. Neil Young “Comes a Time” A man, a guitar, a harmonica, on a stage. Not dis-similar to a man, a rod, a fly, in a…
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Sunday Sermon
Sunday Sermon Lots of fishing media out there these days. We recognize that we are part of the problem, not the solution. We produce entertainment, information, education and customer service messages daily. So do many out there. Too many? That…
Read More More important than fly fishing
More important than fly fishing I’ve watched this speech number of times over the last nearly 30 years. Jimmy V gives a great speech. Not everybody can give a great speech. In fact very few can. Very few. Jimmy Valvano…
Read More Fishing, Baseball, Spring Training, and Opening Day.
Opening Day of Baseball has arrived. Hooray! I think it is the true sign of the start of summer. I know that the lunar cycle date is later in June. The traditional start of summer. Or is it Memorial Day…
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Just Add Vise Kits back in stock!
Just Add Vise Kits back in Stock! Headed into the tying season before summer arrives, and spring is happening, soon!? So get to the bench and knock out some of your favorite Missouri River patterns before your trip. Since SOL…
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Missouri River Spring-ish Week
Missouri River Spring-ish Week All good here in downtown Craig Montana. A couple big events this past week in Craig include the opening of Izaak’s Restaurant for the season. Open 5 days a week, Wednesday thru Sunday, for the remainder of…
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Silly Sunday Scenery
Silly Sunday Scenery The Missouri River is Magical. Any time of the year. Looks like it is gonna get green, the grass, as we move towards the latter week of March. Still some damn cold days ahead. Sleep in, come…
Read More Tailwater Sow Bug Tying Video & JAV Kit
Tailwater Sow Bug Tying Video This is the bug you need for spring, summer, and winter too. If you fish the Mo, then you know you need this. Love to tie this from the bend of an oversized Adams fishing…
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Friday Foto Late March
Friday Foto Late March Angler activity all week long. A change from the past 4 1/2 months. Is spring upon us? Maybe. Probably more winter-ish weather ahead of us. In central Montana we are never too far away from a…
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Why we fish?
Why we fish? We often ask anglers in the boat, on the shop porch, in conversation Why do you fish? As many answers as there are stars in the sky. No right or wrong ones. And that is refreshing. We…
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If you only do one thing today, CLEAN YOUR FLY LINE!
If you only do one thing to prepare for the 2022 fly fishing season, CLEAN YOUR FLY LINE TODAY! I could not be more adamant about this task. The fly line, as mentioned below is the most important pice of…
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Squeeky’s 2023 Guidelines
Squeeky’s 2023 Guidelines Disclaimer: The balance of the HH guide list will gladly fish you with whatever presence or discipline you desire. This is Mark’s ruleset headed into the coming season. Not everyone associated with the HH Guide Crew. Ran…
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Tuesday Fishing Report
Tuesday Fishing Report Pretty good this last weekend. Mostly nymphers out there as the weather allowed many to come out of their winter nest and fish. Water temps still in the tank as winter is still enforcing its force. 34.5F…
Read More Spring Training Video
Spring Training Video It is here. Spring is here in Craig. We felt it last week. Super busy this weekend again. Lots and lots of boats, wade anglers, and guide trips out there. Spring lodging is happening as well. Always…
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Izaak’s Opening Thursday March 23rd
Izaak’s Opening this Thursday March 23rd Hooray. Izaak’s announcing opening day is this Thursday March 23rd. Izaak’s will have us smiling with Margarita’s and mouth watering ribs, nachos, delightful chicken wings and the fantastic fresh sheet presented by Izaak’s throughout…
Read More Boat Ramp Etiquette FWP Video
Boat Ramp Etiquette FWP Video Be polite. Be prepared. Don’t block others. So the right thing. Follow the Golden Rule. All that stuff. Enjoy your week. Warmer temps here. Feels good.
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Friday Foto
Friday Foto A streamer fish today on the HH Blog. Sunny and cool this morning. A bit warmer tomorrow and Sunday followed by snow again next week. Winter for another couple days here in central Montana, and then some more…
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Hump Day Cold, side of Snow
Hump Day Cold, side of Snow Not anywhere near the ZERO mark this morning but still cold at 25F. The Untouchables Bridge this morning was stunning. A white blanket of snow began while we slept and will continue though today.…
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Missouri River Montana Mid-March Fly Fishing Tips
Missouri River Montana Mid-March Fly Fishing Tips More snow on the horizon as I look at the weather report currently forecasting snow Tuesday and Wednesday. A couple inches today and tomorrow. I’d rather not be anywhere else if those damn…
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Monday March 13th Missouri River Fishing Report
Monday March 18th Missouri River Fishing Report The river is open and the fishing is pretty good. And if you didn’t know, or notice…spring is scheduled to arrive next week. If Mother Nature is on the same page as the…
Read More Silly Sunday Scenery
Silly Sunday Scenery Not snowing currently. This image from stock files. But, it is still winter like here in the canyon. A brief 50F event tomorrow then fading a bit into the 40’s for the week ahead. Springlike weather on…
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Missouri River March Fishing Forecast
Missouri River March Fishing Forecast Things to think about in March Day 8 3rd month here on the Missouri River. The Missouri River March Fishing Forecast looks strong. Below average water levels and warming water temps are what we will…
Read More The Cars. Moving in Stereo
The Cars. Moving in Stereo I’ve always thought that we, anglers, need to move in stereo with the fish. So therefore I dig this tune. It calls to me, to the trout, to move in stereo Life’s the same, I’m…
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March is for Midgers
March is for Midgers This morning snowing lightly. 12F. No wind. Quite nice. Highs all week long will not reach out of the 30’s. This weekend ahead may bring some pleasant daytime temps. But, midgies do not mind the cold.…
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Guide Jokes
Guide Jokes What’s the difference between God and a fishing guide? God doesn’t think he’s a fishing guide.
Read More Big Audio Dynamite Rush Video
Big Audio Dynamite Rush Video A throwback today on the Headhunters Blog. This author digs it. Enjoy.
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Friday Foto March 3rd
Friday Foto March 3rd A nice Saturday for fishing? Not terrible to day either. Not Amy around. Strange, strange, albeit normal, weather for fishing the front end of the year. The back end of last year too. Portends well for…
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Skwala 1st Anniversary Sale 20% off thru Sunday March 5th @ Headhunters of Craig
Skwala 1st Anniversary Sale 20% off thru Sunday March 5th @ Headhunters of Craig Happy to be the 1st fly shop carrying Skwala Fishing Products, happy to announce the 1st Anniversary Sale at 20% off all Skwala gear thru Sunday…
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Stop SB 497 and Protect Montana’s Public Stream Access, Contact Your State Senator Immediately!
Stop SB 497 and Protect Montana’s Public Stream Access, Contact Your State Senator Immediately We need your help to protect the integrity of Montana’s Stream Access Law. Contact your state Senator and ask them to vote NO on SB 497 immediately!…
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MLB Pitch Clock vs. Dry Fly Trout Clock
MLB Pitch Clock vs. Dry Fly Trout Clock Ahhh, an interesting dichotomy. As many of you know, MLB fans, that there are some rule changes this season around the league. A pitch clock has been installed for the speed of…
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Silly Sunday Scenery February 26th
Silly Sunday Scenery February 26th 53F today. Slight wind. Not terrible. Best day all year. So far. Late February. March around the corner. See you there.
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Spring Training means Spring is near
Spring Training means Spring is near Baseball has officially returned for the spring. Next, summer, then fall. Ahh, baseball season falls right in line with fishing season. Along with the casting practice we’ve been talking about the past few weeks…
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How we learn physical skills in fly fishing
How we learn physical skills in fly fishing Perfect practice. That is how we learn physical skills. Golfers do not learn how to drive the ball, by playing golf. Nope. You do not learn how to improve your swing, by…
Read More The Montana Story 40 Years of Success Video
The Montana Story 40 Years of Success Video Awesome. A great story about this great state. It is why we have trout like no others. Period.
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Headhunters Closed Tuesday-Thursday
Headhunters Closed Tuesday-Thursday Blowing hard last night. 60 mph locally. Now snowing, sideways. Will continue for the next couple days. Temps not crawling above the Zero mark beyond tonight will keep us at bay for this period. So, see you…
Read More Common Casting Mistakes: Slack Line, 5 Essentials, Quick Video
Common Casting Mistakes: Slack Line, 5 Essentials, Quick Video We see this one executed quite often from not only novice casters and anglers, but surprisingly from seasoned anglers too. Leaving slack line in the casting equation does not ever help…
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February Friday Foto
February Friday Foto Fishing along here in Craig. Winds have kept our hats pulled down low . Winds have kept the wave action high. Not quite as windy as the forecast today, yet. Looks like snow for the next several…
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HH Fly Shop Hiring for 2023
HH Fly Shop Hiring for 2023 Update: We have hired a few new shop all-stars for the 2023 season, but still need a few more to join the ranks this season. Love to speak with you about your future on…
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Trouthunter Blog – Henry’s Fork Report
Our favorite underwater photographer and eco-warrior Pat Clayton aka “Fisheye Guy” sent us this excellent – but depressing – article by Trouthunter guide John McDaniel regarding the “Ranch” section of the Henry’s Fork. It’s a lengthy article with a depressing…
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Happy V-Day: I Said Delicate! Repost of a great Scumliner Blog
Happy V-Day: I Said Delicate! Repost of a great Scumliner Blog Ed Note: Happy V-Day to all you lovers out there from us here in central Montana. A repost today of a great blog John wrote 7 years ago, mid-summer,…
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Fly Casting Essential #2
Fly Casting Essential #2 All 5 have to happen for the cast to be perfect. Or, even work. 2. Slack line should be kept to an absolute minimum. Pulling taut line, is all the fly rod/tool can do. The rod is…
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Super Sunday
Super Sunday Big game today. Cloudy here today. Midges showing today? Don’t forget about your valentine. I’d suggest a box of chocolates flies! May be closed early today.
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