We are going to see temperatures climb back into the 60’s. The big issues this weekend will be too much sun and wind. That’s right wind and sun. We are getting into the BWO stretch of the shoulder months here. We now hate the sun, pray for shitty weather but curse the wind. We never.. read more →

Spey casting originated in the heart of Scotland during the mid 1800’s. It was deemed “spey casting” because the cast was most likely developed by anglers who fished the river Spey for Atlantic Salmon. Around 30 years ago this style of casting made its way into North America via the Pacific Northwest when certain anglers.. read more →

24 Sep 2013
September 24, 2013

Missouri River Footage

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[vimeo http://vimeo.com/74430056] Missouri River Days, Craig MT Nights Here’s a little morning video for all you Missouri river Junkies and wanna-be Junkies. You can find this video and other great short films at http://www.orvis.com/news/fly-fishing -Bill and Ed’s Big Adventures read more →

23 Sep 2013
September 23, 2013

Steely Mattioli

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Marcus Mattioli with a nice steelhead on the swing he got out in Oregon this past week. This guy has been on a month long journey through various steelhead grounds and has been picking up some nice fish on the way. Marcus couldn’t finish up the season with us due to school complications, but if.. read more →

Some people say that everything is bigger in Texas. They are probably right, especially whey you get a bunch of attorneys from the lone star state hanging around The Scenic Valley Lodge. Last night they were met by local guide Dave Payne and his band Helena Handbasket for some good picking and BBQ. Rumor has.. read more →

We just got done stocking our bins with some great flies from our friends at Solitude and MFC! Some new streamers hit the shelves for the fall tuggers as well as a few BWO emergers for those tricky hatches we are expecting in the near future. Come check out our new and improved selection and.. read more →

20 Sep 2013
September 20, 2013

The MO Minnow

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The man has done it again with a little creation he titles the Fish Skull MO Minnow. Its a shiny baitfish pattern that works wonders to fool some Missouri River fish. We will have an unlimited supply of them throughout the fall streamer season, so stop by and give one a try. We love them… read more →

It finally feels like fall in good ol’ Craig this morning. We have been getting some cooler weather and overcast skies the past few days. We are starting to think more about soup and streamers as the days go on. Waders are out for the fist time in months, but I wouldn’t put the BBQ.. read more →

  A hopper eatin’ bow on The MO! This guy preferred the old school flavor of a Dave’s Hopper. read more →

  We are pleased to welcome a great group of ladies in Craig this weekend. It isn’t very often that one could say there might be a few more women then men in the area. read more →