Despite the Government Shutdown, FWP is shocking the river today from Wolf Creek to Craig. For your sake and the fishies sake, try to pick a different section of the river to float on this beautiful tuesday. What’s hot on the water? My fly of choice is still the ole’ streamer but we did pretty.. read more →

It’s the time of year for those pesky little BWO’s to emerge their way to the surface and tempt trout to rise for a food source. Many anglers are out on The MO fishing some Baetis patterns to risers and having some success. This type of fishing can be difficult, but very rewarding. It’s our.. read more →

Good Morning GentleFisherman/woman. I hope everyone’s enjoying their October angling adventures on these fine fall days. It’s gonna be another great one out there for you today. The forecast shows for a high of 61 and no precipitation, with varying wind of course, but who’s not used to that already. The old Holter Dam flow.. read more →

Yes, the boat launch at Holter Dam is closed due to the federal government shutdown. Not to worry, all other ramps on The MO are open and functional. read more →

Flows this morning at Holter Dam were at 2,920 cfs with water temps at 57F. Traffic on the river is slowing down as the days get colder, most boats aren’t hitting the water until 9 in the morning.  Today will be a nice sunny day out there, but look for some possible rain and snow.. read more →

Served up every Wednesday! read more →

Every fall as the morning gains a fresh crispness and the evenings begin to shorten I am reminded of how much I enjoy the changing of seasons. The memories of summer fade while the flavor of Uncle Ken’s famous BBQ chicken and backyard pool parties are still fresh on my mind. The peak season of.. read more →

Got Rain? Then throw a bugger. Got Wind? Then throw a bugger. You’ll have some rain and wind for the next few days out here on the good ole’ Missouri River. I’ll tell ya, Bill and myself love nothing better than a rainy, windy 45 degree bugger day. Between the rain and the wind, you.. read more →

We have a water flow of 2920 cfs today.  The water’s temperature is right around 60 degrees F.  We are forcasted for a high of 59 today with a 10% chance of precipitation and sunny skies.  The wind should be out of the West at 12mph.  We have ice in boats and a lot of.. read more →

It takes a few days, it won’t feel like Art until day 3 lets say. You need a routine and by day 3 you will establish said routine. It’s the fine details that make up a great fish camp.  It’s that empty bottle of Jameson next to the fire ring that won’t move cause it.. read more →