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Weekend Outlook

Missouri River Winter Fare – Left to Right from the Top. Pink Soft Hackle Sow, Ninch’s Bubble Yum Scud, Ninch’s Pill Popper, Casne’s Pinkalicious, Blooms Weight Fly Pink, Pink Radiation Baetis, Cotton Candy LGM, Pink Lightning Bug, Wayno’s Cotton Candy, Pederson’s Sow, Pink UV Crush, Ninch’s Thunderbug, Pink AmEx, Firebead Rainbow Czech

We’re hoping for winter weather to arrive soon but while we wait we’re taking advantage of the current conditions and enjoying LATE fall fishing on the Missouri at its absolute best.

We’ll see temps in the low to mid 40’s and plenty of sunshine for the next seven days with relatively calm winds in the 7-10 mph range at least for the weekend.

Cancel those Christmas shopping plans, drop whatever it is you are doing and get out here NOW!

Fish the dam, fish Wolf Creek down, fish the canyon…good nymphing reports river-wide this week. Pink is coming on strong so stock up on Lightning bugs, Pill Poppers, Cotton Candy LGM’s, Wayno’s Cotton Candy, Thunder Bugs, Pink Weight Flies, Bubble Yums etc and keep those Tailwater Sows and Firebead Rays in the mix as well.

Fish the island tail outs, the shelves, the drop offs and the winter runs….they’re settling in.

Streamers? Always worth a try in my mind but stick to the nymphs for numbers. If you do decide to try streamers keep them on the small side (Sparkle Minnows, Kreelex, Thin Mints, Polar Leeches, Dirty Hippies etc) and go with a super SLOW retrieve with plenty of pauses or swing those island tail outs.

We are your Missouri River winter fly fishing destination with the best deals around on lodging and guide trips and a shop full of everything you need for winter fishing on the MO’. Stop in and see us for up to the minute reports and conditions, the best coffee in the canyon, shuttles, drift boat rentals and the biggest and best bug selection ever assembled under one roof in Wolf Creek MT.

Late November Days on the MO’

We’re looking at partly cloudy skies today and tomorrow with a respite from the howling winds which have made for tough fishing conditions this last week of November.

The fishing has been fair if you can find those spots that provide some shelter from the wind. We prefer to float to gain access to as many of these spots as possible but wade fishing makes sense. Why not spend your time fishing rather than battling the wind.

Tailwater sows, Pill Poppers, Pink Lightning Bugs and Firebead Rays have all been effective this week. I’ve been running a #12 Tungsten Rainbow Czech and a #16 Tailwater Sow with a bb and haven’t seen much reason to change. There are plenty of fish holding in medium depth (4 – 6 feet), moderately fast water. Target island tail outs and gradual drop offs and work from the inside out making sure to cover that water right in front of you that seems too close….often times it’s not.

Don’t forget, today is the last day to book for 2018 at 2017 rates.

As of tomorrow new pricing goes into effect for 2018 bookings.

We’ve got some PRIME dates available in June and July, so do yourself a favor and book now. Prime dates, Prime Guides and big savings….what’s not to like?

Can’t wait until 2018? There’s no time like the present.

We’ve booked a few winter special trips for the upcoming weekend but still have lodging and guides available. We’ve got the best deal around at just $500 for two nights of premium lodging and a full day trip.

By Jason Orzechowski|2017-12-07T15:46:09-07:00November 30th, 2017|Categories: Fishing Report|Tags: Missouri River, Missouri River Winter Fishing, running line, Wolf Creek, Wolf Creek Angler|0 Comments

November on the Missouri

We’ll close out the month of November with another week of ideal late fall fishing conditions. Overcast skies with the occasional peeks of sunshine, temperatures in the low to mid 40’s and a chance for some snow today and Wednesday.

It’s currently calm but they are calling for west southwest winds of 11-16 mph today with gusts as high as 30 mph. Tomorrow looks ideal with partly sunny skies, a high near 45 and south wind at 11-13 mph.

We’ll return to more seasonable temps for the weekend with highs in the 30’s and a chance for some snow on Saturday and Sunday.
Thanksgiving is behind us and Christmas is rapidly approaching (just four Mondays away)! This is the perfect week to take advantage of the mild weather and get your Missouri River fly fishing fix before the holiday grind goes into full effect.

Traffic has remained very light despite the nice weather though we expect to see a bump in activity with the general hunting season having come to a close yesterday.

Reports from the holiday weekend were mostly positive. Nymphing is definitely your best bet right now but streamers are in the mix as well. The swingers are finding success on Kreelex, Think Mints and smallish buggers. Trout Spey season is definitely a go but a deep slow strip will move them as well so don’t give up on single hand bank bombing from the boat just yet. Sparkle Minnows, Dirty Hippies, MK Ultras, Mini Dungeons, ZK’s Inflated Egos and various flavors or polar leeches have all been getting noticed and are good bets from here on out. Go deep with a slow to moderate strip and don’t be afraid to let it swing. It’s not lights out but if you put your time in you should be able to find some willing players. The water temps are continuing to fall and are hovering right around that 40 degree mark so the fish are definitely slowing down and transitioning to slow deep winter water but if you deliver the goods right to them and they don’t have to work too hard for it they definitely aren’t going to pass up a big meal.

Focus on transition type water with your nymphs as well. Not too fast…not too slow. Not super shallow and not too deep. They’re definitely moving towards those winter lies but we’re continuing to have the best luck in the medium depth/medium fast water in close proximity to slow winter water. Rig up with a #12 pink Amex, Bubble Yum Scud, Rainbow Czech or Pinkalicious and trail with your favorite winter bug. #16 or #18 tailwater sows, firebead soft hackle sows, pink lighting bugs, firebead Rays, Pill Poppers, Pederson’s Sows, Wayno’s Cotton Candys, UV Crush, Cotton Candy LGMs are just a few of our favorites but the options are truly limitless.

With the shorter days many opt for wade fishing this time of year but floating gives you more options. Don’t forget we’ve got Adipose and RO Drift Boats available for rent all winter long and if you’re a vet we’ve got a Project Healing Waters Adipose Flow available to you FREE OF CHARGE anytime. We don’t do a huge rental business during the winter months so we generally have boats available but calling ahead is never a bad idea for any of our boats and is a MUST for the PHW boat.

Plenty of lodging and guides available all winter long so don’t hesitate to give us a call and book yours today. Don’t forget the best deal on the MO – two night’s lodging and a full day guide trip for just $500! Only interested in a room? Just $99/night (plus tax). Don’t need the room but want the guide? Guide trips just $350 while the snow flies. Looking for a better deal? You won’t find one ANYWHERE.

We’re in the shop Wednesday – Sunday at 8:00 am and occasionally on Mondays and Tuesdays as well but you should definitely call first before coming out on those days. We’re open for lodging and guide trips every day.

By Jason Orzechowski|2017-12-07T15:47:43-07:00November 27th, 2017|Categories: Fishing Report|Tags: Adipose, Christmas, fly fishing, Missouri River, Missouri River Winter Fishing, RO Drift Boats, running line, Streamer Fishing, Wolf Creek, Wolf Creek Angler|0 Comments

Prime Fishing Days Ahead

While last week’s winter storm essentially shut things down on the MO’ the forecast looks encouraging.

What a change from last year when the first weeks of November were abuzz with activity. I’m pretty sure we talked about early November being the new October after a couple of mild autumns that saw summerlike temps well into October and prime fall conditions in early November, but not so this year!

It’s amazing what a few days of single digit temps and a substantial blanket of snow will do to take the mind off of fishing. As quiet as it’s been around the shop I had all but settled on closing more lodging for the winter this week but then the forecast changed, the phone started to ring and just like that, it’s back on….at least for the time being.

It’s going to remain on the cold side today but the warm up is underway and we should see 30’s tomorrow, 40’s through the weekend and possibly near 50 on Monday. It’s the perfect opportunity for one more trip to the MO’ this season and with our winter lodging and guide trip special in effect you can’t afford to pass this up.

We’re offering a full day guide trip for one or two anglers and two nights of premium lodging for the unbelievable price of $500 (plus tax). You won’t find a better deal ANYWHERE! Don’t need the lodging? Full Day Guide Trips are $350 (plus tax) for one or two anglers ALL WINTER LONG. Don’t need a guide? That’s ok too. Winter lodging rates are just $99/night plus tax for a cozy cabin or bungalow with a private bath and a full kitchen.

Sound too good to be true? Wait….there’s more! Not only are we offering the best deal on the river….hands down, we’re also giving you an out with NO CANCELLATION FEES for lodging or guide trips. Winter weather can be unpredictable and as we approach the holidays things start to get really busy for everyone. Book your trip today and if the weather changes or your plans change or you simply change your mind you’re off the hook…no questions asked!

Give us a call today to book your late fall/early winter escape to the Missouri. We’re expecting some traffic this weekend with the break in the weather but you can still plan on an abundance of solitude as increased traffic by late fall standards bears little resemblance to anything you would experience during the prime.

Nymphing and streamer fishing will continue to be your methods of choice from here on out though you may stumble upon some dry fly opportunities as well, especially on Thursday and Friday with overcast skies and rain and snow in the mix.

Stop by the shop for the latest reports on the what, where when and how. You’ll find everything you need for late season fishing on the Missouri and beyond. We’re loaded up with Simms cold weather gear (including cold weather shirts and cold weather pants, both Montana winter staples) and we’re fully stocked with waders and boots from Redington and Korkers. We’ve got fly lines, leaders and tippet from Rio and ARC; eye wear from Smith; packs, bags and accessories from Simms and Fishpond; rods and reels from LOOP, Echo, Redington, Nautilus and Ross and as always, the largest selection of Missouri River flies ever assembled under one roof in Wolf Creek Montana.

Come enjoy what could be the last gasp of autumn this weekend on the Missouri.

By Jason Orzechowski|2017-12-07T15:51:20-07:00November 7th, 2017|Categories: Fishing Report|Tags: Missouri River, Missouri River Winter Fishing, Montana, running line, Streamer Fishing, Wolf Creek, Wolf Creek Angler|0 Comments

All Hallow’s Eve on the MO

I would call it The Calm Before the Storm with the threat of winter weather on the way but that would be discounting the substantial sustained winds we’re experiencing this last day of October. On the bright side we’re pushing 50 degrees today so it’s not so bad but things are about to change. Expect much colder temps with a good chance for snow every day right on through the weekend.

This is not to say that you shouldn’t plan to fish…you definitely should. The wind forecast looks tolerable and with an abundance of clouds and occasional snow showers, the conditions could be just right for yet another week of excellent fall fishing. Couple this with the fact that you might just have the river to yourself and there’s no reason you shouldn’t welcome November with a trip to the Missouri.

Layer up and hit the water.

Nymphing has been off the charts most days and should continue to be your numbers option. Many are finding great success with the short leash but don’t feel like you have to. The longer rigs will get it done as well as the fish begin to transition towards winter water. We are currently holding in the high 40’s and it should remain that way at least for the next few weeks, barring a serious plummet into arctic air.

Your broken record nymphing report…..sow bugs and zebra midges. Ninch’s Pill Poppers have been effective and we’re getting a few to go on various firebead options but the plain old Tailwater Sow (no bead) has been the best bet. Mix it up with a soft hackle sow or a green machine, in fact you might even want to give the Cotton Candy LGM a go. We’ve had some action on the Pink Radiation Baetis and Pink Lightning Bugs though I’d definitely start with the aforementioned Tailwater Sows and Zebras before you venture too far into the slutty winter staples.

I got a request the other day to post an illustration of a standard double nymph rig (as opposed to a short leash rig). I would much rather have you come in and we can build one together because I’m not much of an artist but this should give you the general idea. Once you get your rig built it shouldn’t change from the split shot down unless you decide to add or subtract weight but I always recommend depth adjustments before doing anything with weight. To change the depth simply move your indicator up or down the leader to accomplish your desired depth.

The indicated measurements are just a baseline, everyone has their preferred rig but this should get you started. Some like to run a little shorter on the trailing nymph, others run longer. Some tie the trailing nymph off of the eye of the point fly, I prefer to tie off the bend of the hook. Start here and modify as you see fit.

If you want to convert to a short leash rig simply remove the split shot and move the indicator down the leader so it’s 3′ – 4′ from your point fly. We recommend downsizing your indicator to a 1/2″ bobber or a palsa pinch on type indicator and you might ditch the tungsten Czech and go with something on the lighter side.

Dry fly fishing in the snow? You bet. It’s been an awesome fall for fishing BWO’s and we’re hoping for a few more stellar days before it all comes to an end. I haven’t had much reason to change from my go-to BWO rig this fall. An Olive Parachute Adams paired with a DOA cripple has been money for me but your options are limitless and as we reach the tail end of fall BWO’s you may just find that you need to show them something sneaky to get them to go.

I’ve all but retired the dry fly rig for the time being, concentrating most of my efforts on the streamer game but there’s something for everybody right now and have I mentioned having the water to yourself? Big game hunting is in full swing which has drastically reduced the traffic and the forecast will keep many away as well. Those of us who live, work and fish here all year long love November on the Missouri, you will to.

Early winter hours go into effect tomorrow. We will be open Monday – Saturday (for the time being) from 8 AM – 5 PM and 8 AM – 4 PM on Sundays. We are open EVERY DAY OF THE YEAR for lodging and guide trips regardless of the shop schedule.

Fall Classic back in LA tonight at 6. And keep a sharp eye out for little ghosts and goblins prowling the streets and sidewalks after dark.

Happy Halloween from all of us at Wolf Creek Angler.

By Jason Orzechowski|2017-12-07T15:54:35-07:00October 31st, 2017|Categories: Fishing Report, Uncategorized|1 Comment

Mid October

We’ll see a bit of an Indian Summer this week as temps return to the 60’s and 70’s but expect plenty of wind to go along with the warm temps. We’re under a high wind watch for Tuesday afternoon and evening with southwest winds 25-40 mph and gusts as high as 65 mph.

This week’s weather may not be optimal as wind and sun don’t necessarily make for the best fishing conditions but we would never say you shouldn’t fish. The dry fly opportunities could be limited but you never know. It’s been the best dry-fly fall I’ve experienced on the Missouri and there’s no reason it shouldn’t continue to be great for the next several weeks.

Nymphing will be just fine so if you’ve got someone on the sticks who can hold a line you can expect to do well out there this week. If not, then hire us. We’ll take care of the rowing, we’ll take care of the where to go, the what to use, the netting the releasing…..even the lunch. All you need to do is fish and if you’re having any issues in that department we can take care of that too.

It’s been fall status quo on the nymph rigs with Tailwater Sows, Yum Yums and Pill Poppers leading all fly sales. Rainbow Czechs, UV Czechs, LGM’s and Zebras have been following close behind. Fish the medium depth (3-5′), medium fast water with about a 6-7′ double nymph rig and a single bb to start and adjust accordingly. Some have been sticking with the same rig all day and doing fine. Others are shortening up, losing the weight and plying the shallows later in the day with the palsa rigs and finding plenty of action.

The streamer bite has been hit or miss but we’re not telling you anything you don’t already know. If streamers are your game you’re going to throw them and you’re likely going to throw them all day long (or at least until you find heads to throw to). It may not yield the numbers nymphing does but a chase will elevate your heart rate more than bobber drop any day and a chase and a grab? One or two in a day spell success in the streamer vernacular.

Choose your offering in accordance with the light conditions and what’s been working according to the experts but don’t be afraid to think outside of the box and throw something completely off the wall just because you like the way it looks or you’ve had good luck with it in the past. If you like and have confidence in what you are throwing it can make all the difference in the world.

Lodging has really opened up this week and we should be able to accommodate those last minute travel plans from here on out. The current plan is to shut down the motel portion of our lodging at the end of the month but we will have cabins and bungalows available for the remainder of the fall season and will have bungalows available all winter long at discounted rates. We are your all seasons Missouri River fly fishing destination, open year round with everything you need from lodging to guides to boat rentals to bugs and everything in between.

We will be opening at 7:30 am starting this week as there hasn’t been much going on from 7 am – 7:30. Give us a call before you come out for the latest Missouri River reports and conditions.

By Jason Orzechowski|2017-12-07T16:00:08-07:00October 16th, 2017|Categories: Fishing Report, Uncategorized|Tags: dry fly fishing, fly fishing, Missouri River, running line, Streamer Fishing, Wolf Creek, Wolf Creek Angler|1 Comment

Second Season on the Missouri

We are smack dab in the middle of prime fall fishing on the Missouri, our “second season” if you will.

Traffic has been moderate to heavy these past two weeks and while it may not be quite as busy as June and July, these last weeks of the season are a much needed and much appreciated shot in the arm before a long, quiet winter.

The last couple of years we saw our fall busy season extend into mid November. We’re hopeful for that this season but we’ll see what the weather brings. We’ve already experienced a couple of stretches of winter-like weather and we’re less than two weeks into October.

Old man winter could arrive early and bring our season to a close or we could see a late Indian summer which would keep folks fishing until Thanksgiving or even later. Whatever the case may be, we’ll be here at your service, doing everything we can to make your trip to the Missouri a success.

The fishing has been outstanding more days than not with something for everyone. BWO’s have arrived, nymphing has been hot and the fish seem willing to chase the streamer depending on the day.

Chilly evenings, frosty mornings, beautiful blue skies, the yellows and golds of fall soaked in warm sunlight and bursting out of the drab landscapes and hot, hungry fish eager to eat and quick to put on an aerobatic display as they peel the line off of your reel. Autumn is a magical time on the Missouri!

No need for early starts right now. We’re getting out there at the crack of 10 and soaking up the heat of the rising sun. Plenty of boats on the water but plenty of people sticking to the wade game as well. Lodging is jam packed this week but starts to open up next week. Guide trips are starting to taper off which means increased access to some of the best guides on the Missouri. If a guided day of fly fishing on the MO’ sounds like a great day to spend an autumn day now is the time. Before you know it the snow will be flying and the river will be deserted save the waterfowl hunters and the hardest of the hard core anglers.

In some respects the transition to winter has already begun. Shotgun Annie’s is open for business but rather than becoming the much anticipated additional option we were hoping for they’ve become the only option for dining in Wolf Creek as it appears as though The Oasis Café (not the bar) has closed for the season.

Give us a call for up to the minute river reports and conditions and don’t forget to swing by for bugs, Simms cold weather gear, shuttles, drift boat rentals and anything else you need for your day on the water.

By Jason Orzechowski|2017-12-07T16:02:48-07:00October 10th, 2017|Categories: Fishing Report|2 Comments

Welcome to October on the MO’. It’s gonna be a good one!

Three days in and October is giving us just what we want and just what we need for a spectacular fall season on the Missouri.

Rain, snow and a north wind made for challenging weather conditions out there yesterday as we caught the edge of the second winter storm of the young season but judging by the reports, those who braved the elements were rewarded with great fishing and we’re just getting started!

Several inches of snow accumulated here yesterday and it sounds like we may see a bit more this morning before things return to more seasonal conditions tomorrow. We’ll see lows in the 20’s tonight but back near 50 tomorrow and in the 60’s by Friday. Sunshine returns tomorrow so today may be the better day to fish but use caution if you decide to come out. The roads are fine by January standards but on the sketchy side by early October standards as drivers re-acclimate to slushy, slippery road conditions.

Thursday looks awesome with a chance of rain and snow showers and highs near 50 and then it looks like a good mix of fall weather. Expect sunshine, expect clouds, expect rain and wind and snow, expect 70 degrees, expect 20 degrees and everything in between. It’s autumn on the MO’ and we’re loving it!

Dry fly fans are continuing to get their pseudo fix but there are whispers of big bug action happening NOW. These rumors have yet to be confirmed…today might just be the day. With any luck it’s time to ditch those #20’s and #22’s and make the switch. Stop by the shop and restock your BWO boxes to get ahead of the game. We like the Brooks Sprout Baetis, Wilcox Micromay BWO, Para Adams (Dark Olive or otherwise), No Hackle BWO’s, Black Fan Wing Baetis (great for low light conditions), BWO Flash Cripples, CDC Baetis Emergers, Nyman’s DOA Cripple and Quigley’s BWO Film Critic just to name a few.

Nymphing is as it should be and will continue to be your go-to if you’re into the numbers game. A lot of different bugs catching fish right now including Missouri River fall staples like Little Green Machines, Tailwater Sows, Pscycho Mays, Peep Shows, Lightning Bugs, Ray Charles, Rainbow Warriors, Zebra Midges, Rainbow Czechs, Military Mays and S & M’s. Pill Poppers, Soft Hackle Sows and Cotton Candy sows are coming on and it won’t be long before the firebeads come into serious play. Wire Worms and Zirdles are still on the menu as well. It’s a virtual smorgasbord out there right now so get creative and show them something they haven’t seen.

We talk a lot about fall dry fly fishing on the Missouri and with good reason but perhaps the best kept secret on the MO’ is fall streamer fishing which has turned on over these past few days and will continue to thrill from here on out, given the right day and the right conditions. The conventional wisdom holds true with the darker days yielding more consistent action but don’t overlook the sunny days. The fish are bulking up for the months ahead and have a hard time passing up a big meal so if you commit odds are you’ll move some fish regardless of the weather but then again you may not…it’s all part of the streamer game.

Judging by the multitude of empty or nearly empty spots in our streamer bin the word is out. Wolf Creek Angler is your Missouri River Streamer Headquarters and we rarely shy away from commitment to the game no matter the water or the time of year. We’ve got some much sought after patterns you won’t find in any other shop thanks to Chewy who you’ll likely find at the vise for the rest of the season, doing his best to keep up with the ever increasing demand. Sparkle Minnows, Circus Peanuts, Dirty Hippies, ZK’s Inflated Ego, MK Ultra, Colonel Kurtz, Polar leeches, JJ’s, Mini Dungeons, Stun Guns and many more. Whites/Greys, blacks, olives, naturals all getting noticed.

Come check out our abundantly adequate fall bug selection as well as new cold weather gear from Simms and great deals to be had during our fall rod sale.

Lodging is pretty well booked up through the middle of the month but we do get the occasional cancellation and we do have some random openings so give us a shout if you want to come out and get in on what could be the best fall we’ve had in years. Guides available anytime for the Missouri and Blackfoot and change underway on the dining scene with the confirmed opening day for Shotgun Annie’s being this Friday, October 6th! We can’t wait! It’s going to be an awesome second season on the Missouri.

By Jason Orzechowski|2017-12-07T16:04:07-07:00October 3rd, 2017|Categories: Fishing Report|Tags: dry fly fishing, fly fishing, green machine, Missouri River, running line, Shotgun Annies Eatery and Tavern, Wolf Creek, Wolf Creek Angler|0 Comments

Rod enjoying the fall colors on the MO!

It’s hard to believe but we’re just a few days out from October. Where has this month gone?

The hot dry weather of early September gave way to rain and snow and below average temps these past two weeks ushering in what has honestly been some of the best fishing we’ve seen all year.

Fire season is now all but over and we’re enjoying the crisp fall air and fall fishing at its finest.

If you haven’t fished the Missouri lately you are missing out.

Nymphing has been on fire and dry fly fishing has been inconsistent but outstanding if you hit it right. That sun feels great on these cold fall mornings but is definitely a hindrance to the dry fly action.

Black Zebras and Tailwater sows are still at the top of the nymph list but we’ve also been picking them up on a bunch of mayfly stuff like Little Green Machines, Split Case BWO’s, Psycho Mays and Peep Shows as well as Pill Poppers, Rays and Rainbow Warriors. Try a Rainbow Czech, Tungsten Tailwater Sow, Fishfinder Worm, Wire Worm or Crayfish as a point fly. Firebeads would not be a bad call at this point either though I have yet to go there.

The dry fly hatch matcher continues to be the tiny pseudo but an olive Para Adams with a CDC caddis emerger will get eaten at some point and a dry/dropper rig with a chubby or October Caddis trailed with an LGM or something similar could offer a welcome alternative to bobber lobbing.

The streamer action is heating up but you should expect a challenge with the weeds and if you throw streamers year round like we do you’ll find that it’s time to share the water again. I was surprised yesterday to see multiple boats downstream and upstream of me, doing the same thing. The upstream I don’t mind, the downstream can make for a slow day. It may be time to think about earlier starts and/or different stretches but not to worry. With 30 some miles of river there’s plenty of water to fish.

We’re moving fish on white and have also done well with olives and naturals in low light conditions. Best bets for brighter days have been JJ or Sculpin Sparkle Minnows, Rainbow Dirty Hippies and Mini Dungeons in natural.

We’re loaded up on bugs and have plenty of Simms cold weather gear to help you contend with that morning and evening chill. Daytime temps are climbing back towards the low 70’s this week but overnight lows in the high 30’s and low 40’s require layering. We’ve been starting our trips a little later to ward off the chill but if you want that prime streamer bank you might want to get an early start.

Either way, we’re here for you. The shop is open daily at 7 am for all of your Missouri River fly fishing needs. Call today for current river conditions, drift boat rentals, up to the minute fishing reports or to book lodging and/or guides for your fall fly fishing adventure on the Missouri or Blackfoot.

By Jason Orzechowski|2017-12-07T16:07:19-07:00September 26th, 2017|Categories: Fishing Report|Tags: dry fly fishing, fly fishing, Missouri River, Montana, running line, Streamer Fishing, streamers, Wolf Creek Angler|0 Comments

Fall Fishing is heating up

We’re still a couple of days out from the Autumnal Equinox and the official start of fall but the weather has run ahead, leaving summer behind and bringing on the cooler temps, the rain and even some snow.

It couldn’t have come at a better time with much of the west choking on smoke from the multitude of wildfires. Late last week we saw a beautiful soaking rain on Thursday followed by a winter storm over the weekend which brought a considerable amount of snow to the high country and a wintery mix at the lower elevations.

It looks like we’ll see similar conditions throughout the week with cloudy skies, a chance of rain every day and highs in the 50’s with lows dipping into the low to mid 30’s each night.

It definitely feels like fall out there and we’re starting to see the colors to go along with the weather. It feels so much like fall that I’m actually thinking about getting out to do some bow hunting this week.

And speaking of hunting…it’s time to start hunting big, colored up fall browns. Yes weeds are still a part of the deal but for those who enjoy the streamer game it’s time to get over it and start chucking the big stuff. Fall is our favorite time of the year for streamer fishing and we’ve already begun to have some good days out there. Sparkle Minnows, Dirty Hippies, Dolly Llamas, Circus Peanuts, Mini Dungeons, Inflated Egos, MK Ultras…..and many more.

Dry Fly fishing has been the talk this week but I think that has more to do with the increase in traffic (and subsequent increase in DFO’s) than it does with bug activity on the river. Pseudos, the occasional caddis and plenty of terrestrial action still to be had. BWO’s on the way. Tiny Pseudos, Buzzballs, CDC Caddis Emergers, Cinnamon Ants, Hoppers, October Caddis and the like could get you some action.

Nymphing has continued to be good and remains somewhat status quo with Crayfish, Czechs and black zebra midges leading the charge though tailwater sows have come on strong as of late as have some baetis nymphs like LGM’s, 2 bits, Split Case BWO’s, Peep Shows and BWO Magic Flies. Come check out our ever expanding fly selection.

It’s a busy week at WCA with a full house and a bunch of Missouri and Blackfoot trips out daily. We’re full through Sunday but things open up a bit next week. Give us a call and book yourself a couple of nights and a day on the water. Perfect autumn weather and hot fall fishing, what more could you want.

By Jason Orzechowski|2017-12-07T16:08:44-07:00September 19th, 2017|Categories: Fishing Report|Tags: brown trout, dry fly fishing, fly fishing, Missouri River, running line, Streamer Fishing, Wolf Creek, Wolf Creek Angler|0 Comments

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