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Three Days in Montana: Day 1 on the Lower Clark Fork

After a long stretch without much time on the water, I finally got away for a few days of fishing with my good friend and longtime guide, Jake Hensley — aka @missoulaflyguy. We’ve shared countless ...

Missoula Montana Fly Fishing Report – Prime Time, April 2025

I’m excited to share another guest blog from my good friend and professional guide, Jake Hensley — also known as @missoulaflyguy on Instagram. Jake is one of the best fly fishing guides I’ve ever h...

Skwala on the Brain

But in recent days, the stoneflies have moved around, flipping rocks and searching a few banks have led to some promise for our anticipated spring skwala bite.

A Tribute to My Dad: The Man Who Taught Me to Fish

This past Saturday evening, August 10th, my dad took his last breath. Surrounded by family, in a room filled with love, he peacefully departed this world. It was a moment of profound sadness, and ...

Cracking the Code for Monster Stillwater Trout

We are excited to have another guest blog post by our friend, artist, and fly rod customer Paul Laemmlen.  Check out this incredible write up from his adventure on June 25th, 2024, Paul has really...

A Memorable Fourth of July Fly Fishing Adventure in Missoula, Montana

This past Fourth of July, I had the pleasure of embarking on an unforgettable fly fishing trip to Missoula, Montana, with my 14-year-old son, Max. This trip was particularly special as Max finally ...

April 2024 Fly Fishing Report From Missoula, Montana

My good friend and professional Guide Jake Hensley, AKA @missoulaflyguy on Instagram has been killing it near Missoula, Montana this year with his clients.  If you are looking to fish some of the b...

An Unforgettable Afternoon on the Clark Fork River, Missoula Montana

There’s something truly special about Missoula, Montana, where the allure of the Clark Fork River weaves through the town, inviting anglers and dreamers alike to its banks. During a recent visit to...

Spring Break Serendipity: From Chaos to Casting in Missoula

Travel, in its essence, is an adventure marked by anticipation and unpredictability. This spring break, our family’s journey to Missoula to visit our daughter, accompanied by the excitement of trou...

Navigating Triumphs and Trials: A Journey from the White to the Norfolk River

As the sun rose over Arkansas, igniting the waters with a golden glow, anticipation coursed through me, fueled by the previous day’s encounters with the elusive giants of the White River. With the ...

Trophy Pursuits on the White River: Streamers, Surprises, and the Spirit of Adventure

As dawn broke over the White River, the serene surroundings of Gaston’s resort came alive with the day’s promises. My friend and guide, Steve Lopez, awaited at the loading ramp, our camaraderie cem...

Streamers and Superchargers: A Tesla-Powered Fly Fishing Trip to The White River in Arkansas

Embarking on a fly fishing adventure to The White River, I chose an unconventional companion for the journey — my Tesla Model S.  (My 2013 Jeep Wrangler, which has been my companion on every fly fi...