<!-- (c) 2005, 2010. Authorize.Net is a registered trademark of CyberSource Corporation --> <div class="AuthorizeNetSeal"> <script type="text/javascript" language="javascript">var ANS_customer_id="7ea7543b-fe8e-4a7f-9d22-54ad63bc3df9";</script> <script type="text/javascript" language="javascript" src="//verify.authorize.net/anetseal/seal.js" ></script> <a href="http://www.authorize.net/" id="AuthorizeNetText" target="_blank">Payment Gateway</a> </div>
Fishing Reports
Bighorn River - February 8th, 2016
- Recorded:
-
- 60 ° F
- Fishing: Great
Just a quick note to get folks up to speed on the fishing. I'very been getting out once a week for the past three weeks, and had some pretty steady streamer fishing. My black and purple was easily my best bug on Monday.
On one occasion, we were even able to do a little midge dry fly fishing! Nymphing (with a worm and a midge pupae) is steady, as always, but could improve on the warmer, calmer (buggier) days.
Flows are in the normal 2,500 cfs range for this time of year, and probably won't be changing much any time soon. Water temp is around 40, so the fish can still hold in multiple water types (not just the slow water).
The weather's great so get out there!
Tight Lines,
Jeremy
On one occasion, we were even able to do a little midge dry fly fishing! Nymphing (with a worm and a midge pupae) is steady, as always, but could improve on the warmer, calmer (buggier) days.
Flows are in the normal 2,500 cfs range for this time of year, and probably won't be changing much any time soon. Water temp is around 40, so the fish can still hold in multiple water types (not just the slow water).
The weather's great so get out there!
Tight Lines,
Jeremy
Bighorn River - May 30th, 2015
- Recorded:
-
- 43 ° F
- Fishing: Good
Hello fishermen, and fisherwomen!
First of all, I regret that it's been so long since my last report, it's been a great Spring that came early and resulted in more bookings than I've ever had by this time of year. Thanks to all of those that have helped support us! (Like I've always said, if you're blogging, you're not on the river!)
We've now turned the corner into transitioning toward summer fishing on the Bighorn. The water should warm up a little as the flows increase (we've gone from 2,200 cfs to 6,000 since Tuesday) I expect that the Spring baetis hatch is over, and the worm "hatch" is coming next. This flush should give us a much needed cleansing of the silt, and will help wash out some of the spring algae that lingers, making for an easier late summer and fall!
In the mean time, high water puts fish on the banks, and ready to eat my streamer, so I'm excited about that!
I'll be up on the Missouri abiut the middle of the month, and will keep you posted about that, as well.
Tight Lines!
Jeremy
First of all, I regret that it's been so long since my last report, it's been a great Spring that came early and resulted in more bookings than I've ever had by this time of year. Thanks to all of those that have helped support us! (Like I've always said, if you're blogging, you're not on the river!)
We've now turned the corner into transitioning toward summer fishing on the Bighorn. The water should warm up a little as the flows increase (we've gone from 2,200 cfs to 6,000 since Tuesday) I expect that the Spring baetis hatch is over, and the worm "hatch" is coming next. This flush should give us a much needed cleansing of the silt, and will help wash out some of the spring algae that lingers, making for an easier late summer and fall!
In the mean time, high water puts fish on the banks, and ready to eat my streamer, so I'm excited about that!
I'll be up on the Missouri abiut the middle of the month, and will keep you posted about that, as well.
Tight Lines!
Jeremy
Bighorn River - February 9th, 2015
- Recorded:
-
- 60 ° F
- Fishing: Excellent
Last Friday was my second guide trip of the year, as it's been unseasonably nice for February in Montana. Thanks, Brian!
Nymphing is very good. We stuck with something pink, and something gray because the bugs pumped out of fish were predominantly big (#12-14) sowbugs. I was surprised at the number of fish we caught, but the average size was not as big as it can be.
We were also lucky enough to find one pod of fish rising on midges in the afternoon. They were eager, and had obviously not been pressured. Nice!
The water clarity has really improved, but that meant the streamer bite was slow. We still caught some fish to fill in the "trifecta".
The flow is still 2,800 cfs, and will stay there until we get a better feel for what the snow pack will be.
Tight Lines!
Jeremy
Nymphing is very good. We stuck with something pink, and something gray because the bugs pumped out of fish were predominantly big (#12-14) sowbugs. I was surprised at the number of fish we caught, but the average size was not as big as it can be.
We were also lucky enough to find one pod of fish rising on midges in the afternoon. They were eager, and had obviously not been pressured. Nice!
The water clarity has really improved, but that meant the streamer bite was slow. We still caught some fish to fill in the "trifecta".
The flow is still 2,800 cfs, and will stay there until we get a better feel for what the snow pack will be.
Tight Lines!
Jeremy
Yellowstone above Livingston - January 16th, 2014
- Recorded:
-
- 40 ° F
- Fishing: Great
Another quick tying update...
I'll be tying at Stillwater Anglers in Columbus at noon on Saturday, and would like to thank Chris Fleck for the opportunity to take a road trip. C'mon out if you can!
On a separate note Kit Seaton has taken over for Bob Bates (R.I.P.) with the "Fly of the Month" segment for FFF. I'm honored to have been both Bob's last fly of the month, and Kit's first. Bob's style of photography was to take stills, while Kit is developing a style using video. Thanks again for the opportunity, I enjoyed the experience!
Tight Lines,
Jeremy
I'll be tying at Stillwater Anglers in Columbus at noon on Saturday, and would like to thank Chris Fleck for the opportunity to take a road trip. C'mon out if you can!
On a separate note Kit Seaton has taken over for Bob Bates (R.I.P.) with the "Fly of the Month" segment for FFF. I'm honored to have been both Bob's last fly of the month, and Kit's first. Bob's style of photography was to take stills, while Kit is developing a style using video. Thanks again for the opportunity, I enjoyed the experience!
Tight Lines,
Jeremy
Bighorn River - January 6th, 2014
- Recorded:
-
- 8 ° F
- Fishing: Good
Just a quick update on a couple of things...
1) WAY too early to predict final snowpack numbers for the season, but the Bighorn Range is currently at 140% of normal for this time of year (in terms of snow water equivalent), and Bighorn lake is currently 94% of full pool.
What does this mean? It could easily be a high water year.
2) Just wanted to announce that I'll be tying at the Great Rockies Sport Show at 4:30 on Friday.
Hope to see you there!
Tights Lines,
Jeremy
1) WAY too early to predict final snowpack numbers for the season, but the Bighorn Range is currently at 140% of normal for this time of year (in terms of snow water equivalent), and Bighorn lake is currently 94% of full pool.
What does this mean? It could easily be a high water year.
2) Just wanted to announce that I'll be tying at the Great Rockies Sport Show at 4:30 on Friday.
Hope to see you there!
Tights Lines,
Jeremy
Bighorn River - November 11th, 2013
- Recorded:
- 0 ° F
- Fishing: Excellent
Fly Fishing Event-
Streamerfest 2013
This Saturday (November 16, 2013) I'll be tying at East Rosebud Fly and Tackle, from 12-4 P.M. I'll be one of several local tiers demonstating a streamer pattern that we'll enter into a contest for the public to vote on as their favorite. Hope to see anyone there that's able to!
Tight Lines,
Jeremy
Streamerfest 2013
This Saturday (November 16, 2013) I'll be tying at East Rosebud Fly and Tackle, from 12-4 P.M. I'll be one of several local tiers demonstating a streamer pattern that we'll enter into a contest for the public to vote on as their favorite. Hope to see anyone there that's able to!
Tight Lines,
Jeremy