by Big Sky Anglers | Jun 27, 2019 | 01. FISHING REPORT, 05. MONTANA FLY FISHING, 06. IDAHO FLY FISHING, 07. YELLOWSTONE PARK FLY FISHING, Hebgen Lake, Henry's Fork, Madison River, Missouri River
This is an exciting week in Big Sky Country. Drakes are rolling on the Railroad Ranch. Salmonflies are beginning on the Madison. And, our 3rd Annual Grand Opening Party is this Saturday. We haven’t had a single day without some sort of moisture since our last report,...
by Steve Hoovler | Jun 25, 2019 | 03. TECHNIQUES & STREAMCRAFT, 05. MONTANA FLY FISHING, 06. IDAHO FLY FISHING, 07. YELLOWSTONE PARK FLY FISHING, Match The Hatch
If you fish in Big Sky Country, or anywhere else trout live, you undoubtedly know about Drakes. If you don’t, you should. They are the kings of all mayflies. Their size (#10-12) commands respect, and demands attention from fish and fishermen alike. The most famous of...
by Big Sky Anglers | Jun 20, 2019 | 01. FISHING REPORT, 05. MONTANA FLY FISHING, 06. IDAHO FLY FISHING, 07. YELLOWSTONE PARK FLY FISHING, Hebgen Lake, Henry's Fork, Madison River, Missouri River
According to the calendar tomorrow is the first day of summer. The longest day of the year. According to the forecast tomorrow is looking more like early spring. After two days of scorching winds a cold front is passing over the area bringing with it significantly...
by Big Sky Anglers | Jun 18, 2019 | 03. TECHNIQUES & STREAMCRAFT, 05. MONTANA FLY FISHING, 06. IDAHO FLY FISHING, 07. YELLOWSTONE PARK FLY FISHING, Flies and Fly Tying
Originator: Fulling Mill Hook: Tactical barbless 60 deg jig hook, #12 Thread: 8/0 Olive Bead: 1/8” Brass or Tungsten (Black Nickel) Tail: Olive Chickabou Legs: Olive dyed partridge or hen soft hackle Body: Olive hares ear or hares ear blend Rib: Ultra Wire, Brassie,...
by Big Sky Anglers | Jun 13, 2019 | 01. FISHING REPORT, 05. MONTANA FLY FISHING, 06. IDAHO FLY FISHING, 07. YELLOWSTONE PARK FLY FISHING, Hebgen Lake, Henry's Fork, Madison River, Missouri River
It’s mid-June, and we are rolling right along into our summer season here in Big Sky Country. We saw scuzzy weather this past week as a strong “spring” storm rolled through the region bringing cold temps, and even a bit of snow. That put the breaks on runoff, and...
by Big Sky Anglers | Jun 6, 2019 | 01. FISHING REPORT, 05. MONTANA FLY FISHING, 06. IDAHO FLY FISHING, 07. YELLOWSTONE PARK FLY FISHING, Hebgen Lake, Henry's Fork, Madison River, Missouri River
Welcome the to the Big Sky Anglers’ Weekly Fishing Report. It’s been a gorgeous, early-summer week here in Yellowstone Country. Bright green hillsides filled with wildflowers are backed by snow capped peaks. The skies have been blue, and the sun has been warm. Fishing...
