Recent fishing has been good to great the past few days. Flows at Holter Dam are remaining steady in the lower 3000’s (today 3,020 cfs). Water temps are 62.5 this morning. We should see the weather remain the same with highs in the 80’s for the next few days. There is a slight chance of.. read more →

We have been telling everyone on here to get out early so we are finally taking our own advise and opening the shop’s doors at 6 AM now.  Get over to the big Red Barn early for your fishing needs in Craig, MT. read more →

Flows this morning are at 3,420 cfs. Water temps at 64. The air temperature should hit 94 today with an overnight low of 60.  Fishing down river of Craig can become a salad making process.  Fishing from Craig to the Dam can be a salad making process…… read more →

Normally a species in the Strainer family is not so casual.  However when rolling down a freestone river in a raft the Chris Strainer species feels wild and at home.   read more →

Here it is, you will notice a few of the locations I’m sure.   [vimeo http://www.vimeo.com/69800553 w=400&h=300] read more →

Is the wade fishing too populated on the Missouri River right now?  There are times where the above pictured location is a bit busy.  Lots of fisherman and fisherwomen ask this question in July.    There is still room and fish for everyone, I would say no the crowds are manageable.  Get out early, find your spot,.. read more →

It is a hot one today folks here on the Missouri River but the evening is yet to come.  The majority of the fishermen will be telling lies at Joe’s Bar by 6pm.  If you plan your day right and are prepared to stay till dark you can have some excellent dry fly fishing.  Pick your.. read more →

As of this morning the flows at Holter Dam are at 3,180 cfs and the temps are 59. The weather is trending warmer as we head into the middle of the week. Skies will be partly cloudy with the possibility of a rain shower this evening. Its warm enough to sport the shorts and sandals.. read more →

  Yep, the PMD hatch is here on the Missouri River in numbers. Don’t forget to have all stages of the hatch in your fly box. Stop by the big Red Barn and we can help you with your PMD needs. read more →

  The town of Craig, MT seems to be a little slower now that we are getting to the middle of the week. Its the time of week to have some quality fishing on quality water nearly by yourself. Again try to get here a little early or stay a little later to have your.. read more →