Off the hook. Off the chain. Right on time. All good my fishy friends. The fishing report for October brought to you from Headhunters Fly Shop is short and to the point. We know you gotta go, go fishing and…

Calm, low 50’s, mostly overcast with some periods of sun. Perfect. Remember: A fishing report is just that. A report. It is old news. Who knows what is happening out there right now as I write. But my guess is…

It is on. This is the report to let you know that the dry fly fishing is valid. It’s legit. It’s on. The big bugs are not here, yet. I did see one yesterday. That means they are near. They…

Warm and windy today on Montana’s Missouri River. Temps in the 60’s and wind in the teens. Good stuff? No? Slower traffic on the river today with football match-ups keeping some away. Sounds good to me. Not many though, lots…

Sun and cool temperatures for this weekend. Do we like the sun this time of year? Oh, we’d rather it hide behind a enormous bank of clouds, but who can be that choosey. I like the looks of the light…

As far as the fall fishing goes, it is as good as it gets. The fish are happy at the water temperature of 56F and jumping like crazy. Hard fighting and certainly as fat as they ever are this time…

As the snow fall this morning I am reminded that we are heading headlong into my favorite time of year. The colors changing, the browns spawning, the pace slowing as the days become shorter. The fishing is just fantastic. But,…

Rain this last week and cooler air temps have allowed the falling trend in water temperatures and we are so very happy. Yes, the trout too. Anglers are here for the October goodness and many, wait all, are coming in…

Trout as long as your leg here on the Missouri River. Get out your high wind gear today folks as it is blowing to beat the band. Having said that, the fishing is really, really good. The only exception being…

Moving the right direction for the fall. This is the chart we like to see. No dramatic ups or downs. Just a steady fall towards the 50’s. lue Winged insects like the 50’s Wednesday saw overcast all day long, with…

Soggy today on Montana’s Missouri River. We like it. Just dress warmly and cast. A lot! Fishing this week is strong. Consistent is the word of the week. Not much for the dry fly, October is around the corner, but…

Lots happening this weekend on the Missouri River. The fishing is good, the fellowship is fun, and the Headhunters Sale and BBQ kicks off today! Why aren’t you here? Oh, you are waiting for the baetis? Yah, we are too.…

Good to great depending on who you talk to. The fishing can be real good if you get the flies in front of the fish. The difficult part of fly fishing the Missouri, is just that. Getting the fly in…

It is as good as you are. Truth today on Headhunters Missouri River Montana Fishing Report. Missouri River Fishing Report Some key points to make your day here on the Missouri River even better than it already will be. Yep,…

Getting better every day. Really a nice September shaping up here on the Missouri River. Nymphing is the most popular fishing style but that does not mean it is always the best. Many are blind fishing big hoppers, terrestrials, ants,…

Consensus taken on the porch at Headhunters Fly Shop Monday afternoon…guides, guests, fly fishing wanderers, bikers, and even a few worm tossers were surveyed. The answer? Pretty damn good man. Yes, pretty damn good indeed. Missouri River Montana Fishing Report…

We are so fortunate to live and work here on the Missouri River with the size and mass of this fine river allows us to stay healthy for much longer than the other rivers around us. We feel for those…

Still summer weather here on the river. When will it end? Oh, who really knows. We are never surprised at the forecast, the change of forecast, or the change of weather. It can happen so fast and we just learn…

Just the facts today on the Headhunters Fly Shop and Guide Service Fly Fishing Report. Water Temps: 64F in the mornings, 67F in the afternoons. Cooling nightly. Water Flows: 2950cfs. Low, yes. Combo of low water and cooler night temps…

September 1st and all is well. The river is fishing good enough for most and we are excited about getting ine day closer to fall. Summer will stick around for a few more days, or weeks. Then the fall goodness…

The Blackfoot River has been fishing very well for us. Foamies,Hoppers and some “mayfly” patterns have been working well. Most of our guides have been heading over the hill once a week. Maybe more. Their customer have been happy with…

August is traditionally family vacation time in America and we love to take advantage of the slower pace here in Craig MT and on the Missouri River. Fewer people around as we prepare for the fall time frame. The colors…

Shop Closed Today, Monday,  for an employee party. Open Tuesday morning @ 6am for coffee, guide trips, shuttles… Missouri River Montana Fishing Report for August 19th. The short and sweet edition. The weather for the week is average with highs…

This image shot by Squeeky of New Breed Chick Allison with Headhunters Guide Peter Skidmore. Jumping Rainbow here…we got ’em in the Missouri River. Daytime temperatures will be higher than normal this weekend with the best bite int he morning.…

Fly Fishing on the Blackfoot River is pretty darned good right now. While many of Montana’s freestone streams are running dangerously low – several are on hoot owl restrictions – the Blackfoot is running clear and cool. We primarily fish…

The fishing is good all day long. Great in the mornings. Not as good in the late afternoons. Some days with overcast skies the rising fish will hold on longer. High and bright? Not a s good all day. Even…

Not crowded is the theme for the week, even the month of August on the Missouri. While many believe that Montana is closed, it’s not. This is a very nice time of year as the July crowds have thinned and…

Fishing is pretty good. August is here and the crowds have left for the month. They will come back when the month wanes and we move into September. Until then, it is pretty nice to have much of the river…

All is well in central Montana and the Missouri River is alive, and well. No fires on our horizon with good fishing to be had by all. The entire river is fishing well, not on fire, but well. Anglers from…

Technical fishing demands technical flies. HEre are few of those such flies. Presentation is of course important for the success on the Missouri. The right flies do work in many situations, but I am a believer that many flies can…

Trico’s on the water for the rest of the month. Will they stay longer? No. How about the caddis? Yep, still around and will get us through the month of August. Terrestrials? Yessir. Get out those gaudy and larger bugs…

The weather is the story today and this week. Getting cooler and more seasonable temperatures will be gracing us for the near future. As for the fishing? Good. Not the best of the year, but strong. Missouri River Fishing Report…

This month of dry fly fishing fantasy is coming to an end. Yep, July is nearly over. What is next? August generally comes after July. What can we expect for flies and conditions? Less heat, less flies, less people. All…

Fact: Fishing is good. Fiction: It’s no good anywhere in Montana, including the Missouri River in Craig Montana. Fact: Fishing is good in Montana, and the Missouri River. Well, I cannot speak for the other rivers, but as we focus…