There are quite a few different theories on picking out an effective streamer pattern. After spending time in a fly shop, you tend to hear it all. Every theory is worth listening to and after a while you tend to decide what works for you. Here are a handful of ideas that have circulated around.. 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 →
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 →
Flows have seen a small bump in the last few days. We were below the 3,000 cfs mark and are now up around 3,200. It hasn’t changed fishing too much, but some will claim that the day the flows change the fishing will slow. I tend to agree. On Friday the fishing was on the.. 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 →
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 →
