Running Line
Running Line is a chronicle of our journey, both personally and as a company, into the world of Montana fly fishing. Part fishing report, part sales and promotions, and part personal soap box, Running Line is a showcase of words and images used to keep our readers informed and entertained.
I am blessed to be able to live in this amazing place and to do what I love for a living, and there’s nothing I like better than sharing my world with those who share my passion for fly fishing and for the rugged beauty of Montana.
Running Line is a blog about life on the Missouri River and beyond. We want to keep you up to date on what’s happening on the river, but we also want to share with you the ups and downs of running a fly-fishing start-up business in this highly competitive market.
I hope you enjoy reading and continue coming back for more.
Jason Orzechowski
Owner/Outfitter
The Shape of Water, Spring 21 Edition
As we close in on mid May it’s time to take a look at the water conditions both at present and for the season ahead. We’ve been alluding to this for a few weeks now and the story really hasn’t changed. Flows are low on the Missouri right now at 3760 CFS which is a few thousand CFS short of where we’d expect them to be during an average year when May flows would typically be in the 6K range. Precipitation has [...]
Missouri River Pre-Grind Report
With water on the rise around the state, the MO has become a busy place this week with steady low flows providing one of the better fishing options in the region. Traffic remains moderate for the most part as The Grind approaches. Spring is settling in with some nicer days as of late but cool temps and rain are on tap for this weekend which will likely make for some good baetis opportunities as well as optimal streamer fishing conditions. Nymphing has [...]
Spring has FINALLY Arrived
We’re seeing an abundance of blue sky and sunshine with temperatures warming into the 70’s and near 80 by Friday. Flip Flop weather is nearly upon us. Sure the fishing may have slowed down just a bit and BWO’s prefer grey skies and rain to blue bird days but that being said, it sure feels good out there right now. After a couple of weeks of cold, cloudy, snowy, rainy dreary days I for one am happy to see the sun again. [...]