by admin | Jan 6, 2013 | 02. NEWS & EVENTS, 05. MONTANA FLY FISHING, 07. YELLOWSTONE PARK FLY FISHING, 11. JOE'S VAULT - Ramblings of a Fly Fishing Guide, Madison River, Missouri River, Yellowstone National Park Summer, Yellowstone National Park Winter
First off, Happy New Year from West Yellowstone, Montana. The past 12 months was filled with wonderful memories on and off the river. Thanks to those of you who diligently return to fish with Big Sky Anglers each season, and to those first timers who trust in our...
by admin | Jan 5, 2013 | 11. JOE'S VAULT - Ramblings of a Fly Fishing Guide, Yellowstone National Park Winter
We are five days into 2013 and I have been so busy, that not enough time has been spared to write much at all. After recording nine straight of 10-12 hour days guiding in YNP, I contracted the bug. When the touristas arrive to view Yellowstone in all it’s...
by admin | Dec 19, 2012 | 11. JOE'S VAULT - Ramblings of a Fly Fishing Guide
We hit the sack last night around 10:30pm. Beforehand, I slipped out to the front porch to grab a few more logs for the fiery beast which warms our little cabin. It was cold. Yes, it’s always cold here in West Yellowstone, but this was different. This cold...
by admin | Dec 13, 2012 | 04. GEAR REVIEWS, 11. JOE'S VAULT - Ramblings of a Fly Fishing Guide
Some of you were able to fish Freestone flyrods this past season while on guided trips with Big Sky Anglers. A few folks pulled the trigger, others are still on the fence. Currently, I have the 905 and 906 graphite models and there is a slight chance of getting a 907...
by admin | Dec 13, 2012 | 11. JOE'S VAULT - Ramblings of a Fly Fishing Guide
….is coming to my house in 2013. No photos just yet. Some of you are pondering, those who have been in my Ro Deville, “why get a new boat, I like fishing from the Deville?”. Yes, I thought the same, but since the accountant is telling me to put...
by admin | Dec 8, 2012 | 11. JOE'S VAULT - Ramblings of a Fly Fishing Guide
At this point in the year, I have not caught a fish since late October. No complaints here, however I did feel the urge this morning. Throughout the fishing season, Molly and I don’t get much time to hang out. Sure, we see each other most nights (except for...
