Year: 2016

  • Report 8/5/16

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    ‘The world is big enough and the possibilities are huge, so pack the bag and get lost” ~ Jerril Thomas Abraham This mid-summer heat has commanded anglers to start early, nest in for a siesta, then finish up during the magic hours just before the twilight. Both windows offer the best…

  • Report 7/20/16

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    Challenge is a constant in fly fishing and it’s been a challenging year here on the old Henry’s Fork, particularly on the upper reaches. Strong concern for the rivers health has been unyielding. The old guard, and new alike have begun putting the mighty river under the microscope, once again…

  • Reputation

    Reputation

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    René Harrop
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    I entered the business of fly fishing in 1968 at age 23. It was at that point that my livelihood became tethered to a single river and its ability to attract visitors. And in 2016 that has not changed. On the basis of reputation, two days of air travel and considerable financial expense became…

  • Report 7/19/16

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    As I was sitting on the bench behind the shop this morning, I almost spit my coffee out. Through what for the past few weeks had been a depressing murk, I was able to see the river bottom. I was so shocked I had to brave the the road construction on highway 20 and drive…

  • Report 7/14/16

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    Grizz
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    If it is right, it happens. The main thing is not to hurry. Nothing good gets away. ~ John Steinbeck Heavy flows have kept the fishing on the upper river interesting. It pays to move around in the water to find exceptional trout feeding. Take your time and scan any and all likely holding water…

  • Report 6/27/16

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    Welcome spikes from IP dam, combined with bone cleaning winds, will keep the fishing challenging, as it typically will be, considering. With the right eyes and an open agenda, good trout will, and do, fall victim to our tricks. The 10 day forecast calls for far less wind, much warmer days and…

  • Surviving the Invasion

    Surviving the Invasion

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    René Harrop
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    Individually, the events that occur during the final two weeks of June have the ability to establish a sizable swelling in the number of people fishing the Henry’s Fork. Collectively however, the Ranch opening, Henry’s Fork Day, and the Drake hatches give forceful impetus to what can best…

  • Report 6/21/16

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    HENRY’S FORK FISHING REPORT – JUNE 21, 2016 The famous and much revered waters of the Railroad Ranch are now open for business. The huge rainbows that haunt this beautiful stretch of water are ready to serve even the most seasoned anglers a hard lesson in humility. The hatches are strong, the…

  • An Expanding Menu

    An Expanding Menu

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    René Harrop
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    There was a time when Memorial Day weekend was symbolic of the beginning of fishing season. With minor exception, however, fly fishing opportunity on the Henry’s Fork and many other nearby waters are no longer subject to seasonal closure. These days, snow blocked access and weather related…

  • Back to the Mountain

    Back to the Mountain

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    René Harrop
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    In the high country, May signifies the true arrival of spring. With Mother’s Day weekend as the annual target date for moving back to our cabin in Last Chance, I am scrambling to wrap up loose ends here in St. Anthony where we spend half of each year. Getting back to the Mountain represents a…