Winter Returns to Wolf Creek
Judging by the forecast this may not be the most pleasant week to come out and fish the MO’. While we’ve loved the spring-like weather (and spring-like fishing) we’ve been enjoying for the past month or so we’re very happy to see winter’s return this week.
Expect colder temps, a chance of snow showers and breezy conditions throughout the week before we see a bit of a warm-up over the weekend. Not to say the fishing won’t be good but you’ll definitely want to bring the cold-weather gear if you plan to come out. It might be the perfect time to take advantage of our spring blow out on KAST Hell Razor jackets currently at 40% off. We need to clear the cold weather gear out soon so we’re wheeling and dealing daily. Stop by the shop for Extreme deals on Extreme Gear!
The change in the weather may slow things down out there but on the other hand we could also be in for some great days as this system works through the area. Sometimes these systems shut things down, other times things turn on. You won’t know if you don’t go!
The canyon has been the place to be for the past week with all kinds of smaller fish and a few cookie cutters being caught down there. I did a couple of guide trips late last week and found the upper sections to be fishing well though nothing like what was reportedly going on down in the canyon. Winter water was good on Thursday but we also caught fish in the faster, shallower runs. Friday was a great respite from the wind and there were a bunch of fish up on midges which made for a great day with all kinds of options.
Beadless black zebras, firebead soft hackle sows, pink Amex and Rainbow Czechs were the ticket in the upper stretches while it sound like there wasn’t much they weren’t eating from Craig down.
As you might expect we’ve got plenty of available lodging this week should you decide to brave the winter weather and we’re well on our way to being fully stocked for spring in the shop with a bunch of new rods and reels from LOOP, Echo and Redington, RIO Powerflex Plus leaders and tippet and a full range of fly lines. Don’t forget we’re now featuring rental boats from RO and Adipose, we’re loving both, try em’ all and see what you like. Our fly bins are overflowing with new bugs with many more arriving soon.
We hope you make Wolf Creek Angler your one-stop Missouri River fly shop. We’ve got everything you need and if you’re coming from Billings, Bozeman, Butte, Helena, Missoula, Kalispell and essentially most of the rest of the state (and beyond) then we are the first Missouri River Fly Shop you get to on your way to the to the river and we’re working hard to try to become the only shop you’ll ever need! Stop by and see what the buzz is about.
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