• "Live, travel, adventure, bless, and don’t be sorry." – Keroauc After an extremely hot and arid July and August, we’re finally seeing a little reprieve. The last week has brought on some much needed rain and welcome cooler temps. The…

  • In late August, there is a distinct message when three consecutive mornings are greeted by frost. Naturally there is no point in heading to the water until the temperature lifts to well above the freezing mark if you are looking…

  • Early September is certainly a pivotal time here in Henry’s Fork country. The nights cool off considerably, bringing water temperatures back to a more accommodating level, which is always good news for the local trout. Terrestrials abound, giving anglers the…

  • The fishing throughout the area continues to generate plenty of smiles. From honey ants on the ranch to spruce moths on the lakes, venue options are many. August is certainly terrestrial season meaning a dedicated dry fly junkie needs nothing…

  • ‘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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…