Montana is truly blessed with an abundance of natural beauty, particularly when it comes to its rivers, lakes and streams. Stretching across hundreds of miles, these waterways are the lifeblood of Montana. Choosing the perfect fly rod for trout fishing in these pristine waters can often prove to be a challenging decision. With such a …
Best known for its blue ribbon trout streams, Montana offers another exciting opportunity for anglers: fly fishing for northern pike. These apex predators provide a different kind of thrill, and exploring their world through fly fishing is an adventure and can be an exhilarating experience you won’t want to miss. The Northern Pike Northern pike, …
The Skwala hatch is a highlight of the spring fishing season here in Montana. Anglers from around the world travel to Montana to experience the this renowned hatch. The skwala hatch is eagerly anticipated because it’s one of the first opportunities of the year to fish big dry flies. Let’s explore the Skwala stonefly hatch …
Fly fishing is an art that requires patience, skill, and dedication. When it comes to trout fishing, having a good drift is essential. The drift refers to the way your fly moves through the water. Mending is skill to learn if you expect to consistently catch trout. Below are 4 tips to help achieve a …
Fishing the salmon fly hatch in Montana is an annual event that draws anglers from all over the globe. The Salmon fly is a large stonefly and is of the largest insect hatches in North America. They emerge from or rivers and streams during the late spring and early summer months. When do Salmon Flies …
We use many disciplines when fly fishing the Missouri River and they all can be productive. These are mostly dictated by season, time of day, weather and angler ability. The three most common methods for fly fishing the Missouri are; nymphing, dry fly fishing and streamer fishing. Nymphing Fishing the Missouri River One of the …
Bozeman Montana is widely regarded as one of the premier fly fishing destinations in the United States, and for good reason. With its clear, cold streams, stunning mountain vistas, and abundant fish populations, Bozeman attracts anglers from all over the world. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a beginner looking to learn the ropes, there …
The Gallatin River is a blue-ribbon trout stream that is just a short drive from the city of Bozeman. This river is known for its pristine waters, scenic views, and excellent fly fishing opportunities. If you’re planning on fly fishing the Gallatin River, there are a few things you should know to make the most …
Montana is renowned for its abundant rivers and streams, which offer some of the best fly fishing in the county. With so many fishing opportunities available, choosing the right flies can be a daunting task. In this blog post, we will discuss some of the best flies for fishing Montana. This list is just a …
Fly fishing the Yellowstone River near Paradise Valley, Montana is a dream come true for many anglers. With its crystal-clear waters, stunning scenery, and an abundance of fish, it’s no wonder why this location is considered one of the top fly fishing destinations in the world. The Yellowstone River is the longest undammed river in …
Montana is a state that is blessed with breathtaking scenery and world class fishing. One of these destination is the Canyon Ferry Reservoir, located just outside Helena Montana. This stunning body of water offers anglers of all skill levels an opportunity to catch a wide variety of fish species in a picturesque setting. In this …
South Carolina Tarpon Fishing? When people think of fishing for Tarpon most think of the Florida Keys, Everglades or other destinations. Atlantic Tarpon have a broad range. Often migrating north to Virginia to the western Atlantic. Mature Tarpon migrate north every Summer and take up residence along the South Carolina Coast. Pods of Tarpon can …
“What’s the point of Catch and Release Fishing, you spend all that time and money only to throw your catch back”? My answer is simple, I love catching them and seeing others catch them! The exhilaration and heart pounding excitement of seeing a big Redfish take a top water plug or fly is what gets …
Fall Fishing Charters around Pawleys Island It’s feeling like fall here on Pawleys Island with shorter days and crisp morning. The Summer beach crowds have left the Grand Strand and returned home. The beaches and waterways are now quiet. My favorite time of year! Fall is absolutely the best time to book a charter and …
It was a “teachable moment,” to use a parenting cliche, and the teachers were trout (or, ‘the fishing gods,’ or whatever you’d like to call them). It was a cool morning in early summer, about 25 years ago, on one of my (still) favorite trout streams in Michigan. Brookies and browns were rising to …
The Prince of Timber, Mud Bat, Timber Doodles, Bog Suckers and Timber Rocket to name a few.When bird hunters think of upland hunting in South Carolina most think of pine plantations and explosive covey rises of the Bobwhite quail. South Carolina has an often misunderstood game bird that’s very popular to our Upland hunting friends …
Clients often call and ask “how’s the fishing and is this a good time to book a fishing charter? ” and I usually answer with there are no bad time to fish South Carolina. Myrtle Beach South Carolina fishing seasons may change but each season offers something special. South Carolina is year round fishery! …
June is here and things are getting hot! Pawleys Island Fishing Report for early summer. Water temps are rising, large schools of mullet and menhaden are pouring into the back bays and the fish are taking advantage! Big sharks and Bull Drum have been feeding under bait pods along the beaches and deep water rips …
Fishing the pristine salt marshes from Pawleys Island south to Cape Romaine. Miles of unspoiled coastline, expansive bays, tidal creeks and inlets make up this remote stretch of coast. Dolphin, Sea Turtles, Osprey and Bald Eagles are often seen travailing to and from the fishing grounds. It’s hard to believe that just a short distance from …
Fishing has been exceptional in Murrells Inlet. The weather has been very mild for this time of year and our water is clearing up. Water temperatures are hanging in the high 50’s to low 60’s right now. Redfish and Spotted Sea Trout will begin forming into winter schools. This typically happens once the water hits …
The weather and fishing continues to be fantastic! Fall offers some of the best fishing we see all year. We are seeing great numbers of Speckled Sea Trout along with lots of schooling Redfish . Fishing around the Murrells Inlet and Georgetown jetties have been hot. Carolina rigs using live mullet or shrimp will be the …
Murrells Inlet is a quaint little fishing town rich with history. With the stunning marsh views and many seafood restaurants, Murrells Inlet is named the Seafood Capital of South Carolina. It’s a fantastic fishery that’s just a short drive south of Myrtle Beach. One of the things that makes Fishing Murrells Inlet great is how …
Summer is in full swing and it’s down right HOT here in Myrtle Beach. Heat indexes over 100 degrees calls for fishing at daybreak. On our most productive fishing days we have been using light tackle rods rigged with gulp baits. The Redfish can’t resist them and it just makes for an easy lure. …
Summer Fishing Charters on Pawleys Island Pawleys Island fishing charters are in full swing and has kicked off with some exceptional days on the water. We have been running half and full day charters targeting Redfish, Sea Trout and flounder around Pawleys creek. Our first fish – able FLOOD TIDE on the Island was epic! …
