While I am not the best or most knowledgable angler out their, I have and continue to learn by fishing a lot. Under the techniques section, you will find tips on fishing the greater yellowstone area that I have learned from my own experiences or am currently learning. My goal is to help you be more prepared when fishing the greater yellowstone angler, as well as grow as an angler through teacing and writing these posts. This section is full a differnet perspectives and techniques that are not fully right or wrong. I encourage you to take these tips and apply them to your way of fishing, having an open mind the next time your out on the water.
Each approach in fly fishing has elements that make it unique and challenging. Streamer fishing requires persistence and practice in moving a fly. Nymphing requires understanding weight and managing line for long drifts. Trout spey requires a rhythm and understanding of complex currents. In addition, sight fishing has its own set of rules and characteristics that […]
There is a lot out of our control in fly fishing. Weather, angler pressure, hatches, flows, water temperatures, and overall conditions can drastically change the outcome of a day of fishing. It’s inevitable that a day you plan to fish will have many of these factors working against you. And it’s so easy to check the weather
We are in the midst of hatch chasing season and the best six weeks of fishing in the Yellowstone Region. This is the time of year we travel many miles chasing salmonflies, drakes, PMDs, and whatever else comes to the party. All with the hopes of being on the river when mayhem breaks loose, and
Knowing where to be at the right time can be hard in the spring. With fluctuating flows and changing weather patterns, fishing can be inconsistent across many fisheries. Not to mention how much must go right to capitalize on the fishing when it’s good. This past weekend was a great example. I had two free days
I see it all the time. Fishermen causing a complete ruckus on the river. Splashing through the water, playing music in the boat, smacking their big bobbers on the surface, and casting shadows over feeding fish. In many cases, stealth feels like an afterthought in today’s fly-fishing environment. Wild trout are wary creatures. From the moment they
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October 31st marks the unofficial end of the fishing season here in the Greater Yellowstone Region. Yellowstone National Park closes its waters to fishing, the weather turns for the worse, brown trout move onto redds, and the hatches dwindle. It is time to take a breather and reflect on what was another memorable season of fishing
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A lot goes into a fishing trip. Whether it’s hours of research, tying flies, traveling to the fishery, or developing the skills to succeed on the water, it takes time and effort. There is also a lot out of our control, with luck, weather, and conditions being major determinants in the success of a given
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Every so often, you come across a fishery that touches you in a unique way. Something about it feels different. The river piques your curiosity, and you want to learn all its secrets. It’s hard to put into words why you are drawn to that fishery. It’s probably a mix of the scenery, fish, hatches,
Something I have been pondering lately is the importance of location when determining success in fly fishing. We put so much emphasis on the location we fish, always looking for the next secret spot that holds bigger trout that are easier to catch. I have begun to question this mindset, thinking that location is not
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In this article, I share an insight that has helped me on the water the past few weeks and contributed to my success over the years. Slowing down on the river. I have found tremendous success by taking the time to sit on the riverbank, getting out of the boat, and observing what’s
