Early Summer Report
- At June 05, 2018
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After an unusually high runoff thanks to above average snow pack, it looks like the Bitterroot River peaked on May 25th and is on the decline. The river has dropped about 2000 cfs in the last week… I am estimating that the river will be in shape by about the middle of June… Salmon flies should be out in abundance by then. Water levels will be high and fast, so proceed with caution and always wear a PFD. I’ll be guiding on the Missouri for another week then back to the Bitterroot to scout the river and prepare for summer. See ya on the river…………
Spring Fishing
- At April 06, 2018
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The fishing continues to improve as we move into April. The spring hatches are in full swing and we are getting into some of the best fishing of the year. Along with Skwala’s we are seeing good numbers of Nemouras, Capnia, March Browns, Gray drakes, BWO’s and midges. Flows have bumped gradually over the last week but the river is still in great shape. Nights are still cold so the best dry fly action is afternoon.
The Fishing is Starting to Heat Up
- At March 30, 2018
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After a slow start, dry fly fishing is beginning to improve. Water temps on the Bitterroot have been cold but are gradually warming. This has the stone flies hatching and the fish looking up. The best action is in the afternoon when water temps are the highest. Skwala’s and Nemoura’s are the predominant hatches right now. I’ve seen a few of the spring may flies starting to emerge but not in high enough numbers to get the fish keying on them. The river is in great shape and the fishing will only get better in the coming days…
