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Small Streams 9-1-12

September 1, 2012
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Fishing Reports, Small Streams

The next few weeks will be a great time to visit the Blackfoot River above the reservoir.  As waters cool the river in the Blackfoot River Wildlife Management Area will offer good fishing with terrestrial patterns. There are about seven miles of river within the area, most of it being classic meadow stream, but there are some riffle and run portions.  From Idaho Falls the shortest approach is from Bone east down the Long Valley Road, on around the east side of Gray’s  Lake to Highway 34, and on to Wayan.  Once there, take a right on the Wayan Loop to the Lane’s Creek Road. Follow this road south to the upper end of the Wildlife Management Area along the Blackfoot River Road.  The countryside is gorgeous, so bring a good camera, not only for scenery shots but for the possibility of meeting up with a trophy cutt.

 

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Henry’s Lake 9-1-12

September 1, 2012
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Fishing Reports, Henry's Lake

Not much change here since our last report. But as we cool down and days shorten, changes are coming with respect to where to fish on the lake.  When we get  reports on the best locations for fall fishing, we will place that info here.

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Henry’s Fork 9-1-12

September 1, 2012
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Fishing Reports, Henry's Fork

With Labor Day weekend passing some welcomed happenings are coming. Crowds fishing the river will decrease substantially, waters will cool thanks to shortening and cooling days, and flow out of Island Park Reservoir will drop in preparation for winter storage.   These will result in better fishing conditions all along the river.  Likely the lower river will “come back to life” with renewed BWO hatches, continuing terrestrial insect and caddis activities, and increased effectiveness of presenting streamer patterns during low light conditions.   The upper river will benefit as decreased flows in Box Canyon will make for safer wading and better approachability there.  Above the reservoir big rainbows are moving into the river  to feed on kokanee spawn. and throughout terrestrial insect pattens will remain effective until killing frosts.  So it is a great time to be fishing just about anywhere on the river.

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South Fork 9-1-12

September 1, 2012
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Fishing Reports, South Fork

Flow out of Palisades Dam is at 10300 cfs. With the reservoir about a third full fly-fishers are wondering when flows will be reduced to begin storage. It sure has been a spotty year for riffle fishing, but high water is likely not the only reason.  Nevertheless there remains time enough for some enjoyable riffle fishing if and when flow out of the dam drops further.           Mean while keep hitting the banks with hopper, chernobyl types, and super renegade patterns, and you will have some success. Don’t forget to include streamer patterns for evening fishing.

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Yellowstone Park 9-1-12

September 1, 2012
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Fishing Reports, Yellowstone Park

Big news here is that the Park has lifted fishing restrictions on the Firehole and Gibbon rivers below their  falls and on the Madison River.   With days shortening and cooling, water temps have come down to levels better for hosting salmonids.  You can now enjoy trout feeding during AM trico hatches and spinner falls as well as presenting terrestrial patterns during day time on these waters previously closed  most of the day.

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Today at Jimmys 8-30-12

August 30, 2012
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Today at Jimmy's

We have some great new clothing in the shop from Simms in time for the Fall season. We will go over new clothing items once every couple of days so be sure to check back with us frequently.

Alright the first new item were going to talk about is the new Bulkley Jacket from Simms. This will be a great jacket for Steelhead season and all other Fall fishing applications. Below is what Simms has to say about the Bulkley,

“As kids we dreamed of Disneyland, “the happiest place on earth.” But since discovering the Bulkley, we’ve found a new source for supernatural smiles. Simms’ Bulkley jacket combines a GORE-TEX® 2-layer shell, with the innovative all-weather insulation of PrimaLoft® One technology. River-inspired features include corrosion-fighting Nylon YKK® zippers and sliders, super-sized chest and fleece lined hand-warmer pockets, and the water-resistant convenience of easy-cinch cuffs.”

 

Come check this jacket out, we have a size run in the shop and would love to show you the new jacket.

 

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Southwestern Montana 8-28-12

August 28, 2012
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Fishing Reports, South Western Montana

Gulpers are going on in Hebgen Reservoir. Most action is on the Madison Arm, but the South Fork Arm, with more protection from winds, also offers action. We  have reports that the river between Hebgen and Quake lakes is beginning to fish well as waters begin to cool.  Try caddis life cycle patterns, and switch to streamers when the sun goes down.

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Still Waters 8-28-12

August 28, 2012
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Fishing Reports, Still Water

Mackay Reservoir at the upper end and Island Park Reservoir around Trude Bay and Grizzly Springs are the best locations for action with bloodworm and midge pupa patterns.  Add Springfield Reservoir to the mix where dry damselfly patterns presented around weed channels and springs bring dry fly action.  With a big weekend coming up expect company in these places as other still waters with action such as these are few and far between.

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Henry’s Lake 8-28-12

August 28, 2012
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Fishing Reports, Henry's Lake

Same thing fishing-wise.  Go to the creek mouths (Targhee and Hope-Duck seem best to date), try mity mites, small( #10-12) bead head peacock leeches and crystal buggers.  Expect crowds if you get into good fishing.

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