Category: Fishing Reports

  • Report 8/10/16

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    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 more than a well stocked box of hoppers, beetles and…

  • 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…

  • 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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    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…

  • 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…

  • Report 9/23/15

    Report 9/23/15

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    BOX CANYON: Flows in the Box are currently 218cfs. The nymph fishing through the canyon has been solid and with these flows this is an excellent time to do some rare wading in the Box this time of year. Small rubberleg patterns with small bead head nymphs off the back will assure some hook…

  • Report 8/27/15

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    This weeks forecast looks more like what we expect this time of year, and as we warm up. Look for the honey ants and other terrestrial insects to show in force. All of the upper stretches of the Henry’s Fork are fishing well and will continue to do so as we move through the end…

  • Report 8/18/15

    Report 8/18/15

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    Regional fires have put a constant haze in the air, but small bursts of cool air have kept the fishing good, for the most part. The smoke does make for some rather interesting and colorful sunsets. There are still a few Honey Ants hitting the water and the Callibaetis, PMD and other prominent…