Mid Month, Mid Week, Mid Day.
Water temps creeping upwards. Still a long way to go for the spring, true sunshine based spring to arrive. Even though on the calendar we see Spring 2025 in our sights. I do see a hint of green in some of the grass patches. Foreshadowing. A long way out…
Water flows quite low. We do not see flows lower than they are right now. Federally suggested low of 2800cfs. We consider this to be low water levels. But, quite normal, in the newer norm of river management. Shooting for 5K-6K for the peak summer months ahead.
Nymphers still hanging on with Sows and scuds, pink or orange as the bead flavor. BWO nymphs coming on strong. Check out the Euro-Style selection of minimal bombproof super sharp hooked xtra fast sinky modern versions of classic bugs at Headhunters in Craig MT. Best fly selection on the banks of Montana’s Missouri River.
Strippers doing well. Finding fish in slower, not the slowest, but slower water which translates to a bit quicker than traditional winter water pace. Medium depth with a medium-ish flow. Also of course toss your bugs into the back end of pals and soft insides as well. HH is your Fly Line Source in Craig. All the goods from all the manufacturers. Get your 2025 streamer line today. Natural and dark colors working well. Some smaller flies too. Some unweighted patterns on heavier tips? Lots of ways to skin that cat.
Sun is shining , air temps reaching higher daily as we are tempted by the Ides of March.
Mid month, the Ides refers to the 15th day, and the full moon, the Romans a passing into the new year and the day that Julius Caesar was assonated in the Roman Senate.
Izaak’s opening day is tomorrow Thursday March 20th. Looking forward to that! New vibe, new feel, same great food with a new fresh twist. Soon we will show you the new Greenhouse on site and what Chef John has in store for the 2025 menu!
Ides of March Band, with a favorite, Vehicle.