Fishing Report: January 16, 2011

Happy New Year! Several feet of snow in the mountains this week and sub zero temps at night. Winter has taken a strong hold on the Bitterroot and shows no signs of letting up. A good time to be tying flies in my warm office while the dogs sleep under the desk. Snow pack in the Bitterroot range is sitting at 105%. Cold wet weather is expected to continue throughout winter thanks to a La Nina setting up in the Pacific. If all this continues there is a good chance of normal stream flows for the 2011 season. As for the 2011 season, we are only 2 1/2 months away from the beginning of the Skwala hatch. I have begun taken bookings so drop me a line to nail down your fishing dates. I am also in the process of upgrading my web site so look for big changes in the coming months. Thanks to all my friend who supported my business over the years. I look forward to spending time on the water with you this season……