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Henry’s Fork 6-11

June 11, 2012
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Fishing Reports, Henry's Fork

I finally got the chance to fish the Henry’s Fork this past week and into the weekend. The streamer bite is definitely on during certain times of the day. Rubberlegs and bead head have been working when the dry fly bite slows down as well. Golden Stones, Simulators, and Chernobyl ants are bringing decent fish to the surface. Pale Morning duns have also been hatching is decent numbers.

Last week I reported on the float between Ashton Dam and Chester back waters being off color. I had a chance to float the section on Friday evening and I was impressed with the water quality overall. At the Ora bridge the water was good and about a half mile down got a little dirty but fishable. Than it seemed to clear up as we continued to float down the river. This section is not being utilized right now because most of the guides are concerned about the off color water so they are not taking clients down this section. We I floated into Chester at 8pm.  I saw lots of fish feeding on caddis and my truck was the only one in the parking lot. What I am trying to say is if you want some decent fishing with a chance to hook into a pig, float this section. No one is there and you will find the fishing to be good despite the water being a little off color.

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South Fork 6-11

June 11, 2012
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Fishing Reports, South Fork

Flows on the South Fork were increased to 10,100 cfs. Not a big change and the river is fishing really well with nymphs and streamers. Rollin got to fish a few days last week and said he was doing really well on a  nymph rig that was about 4 feet deep. He also got to fish the lower river below Lorenzo and the group he was with were able to get a few fish to eat big stoneflies off the surface. There are no salmon flies hatching yet but the fish are starting to look up so try a dry fly next time you on the water. As soon as we hear about stoneflies hatching we will be updating the fishing report. Feel free to call the shop if you have any questions.

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Still Waters 6-9-12

June 9, 2012
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Still Water

We now have reports of good fishing at Chesterfield, Daniels and Twenty-Four Mile reservoirs. In each case midge pupa or damselfly nymph patterns under an indicator and at taking depth brings most interest.  Another spot we hear of good fishing is on the Blackfoot Reservoir at the Dike Lake outlet. And that good fishing is for trout, not carp!

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Big Lost River 6-9-12

June 9, 2012
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Big Lost River

Water flow gage just below Mackay Dam has a recent profile that looks like Monument Valley.   Right now  flow is around 660 cfs, but in the last few days it has varied from 400 cfs to 1300 cfs. Not good for fishing!

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Yellowstone Park 6-9-12

June 9, 2012
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Yellowstone Park

The Firehole River continues to be a great destination this time of the season. White millers are bringing up fish , but so are caddis, midges, BWOs, and PMDs.  That means take life cycle patterns for all of these. Expect to see a good number of folks fishing around the traditional hot spots, too.  Fishing hot spots, that is! Duck Creek with its big rainbows and browns also remains good fishing, but wooly bugger types and bead head nymphs will bring best chances for action. Run-off progress will determine when such as Fall River Basin, Slough Creek, Snake River,  and the Lamar River become worth a visit.

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Small Streams 6-9-12

June 9, 2012
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Small Streams

This is run-off season, and expect it to last if we continue to have ups and downs in the weather. Look for streams that do not have high elevation drainages or variable irrigation inflows.  Come in and talk to us, call us, or email us for information on which small streams may be suitable for a visit. Once again, the Ashton-Flagg Road is closed. The road at east side of Calf Creek Hill is one place where abundant snow remains on the road.

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Henry’s Lake 6-9-12

June 9, 2012
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Henry's Lake

Latest reports say that fishing is picking up some, at least it is better than earlier in the week.  That goes for both fishing shorelines and from boats. Surest way to find best fishing from a boat is the usual Henry’s Lake method of seeing where boats are concentrated.  It’s like taking part in a gold rush, but once you get there the taking flies have to be discovered. When you get there try the flies we recommended during the June 5th report.  Add bead head peacock leech to that list of patterns.

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South Fork 6-6

June 6, 2012
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Fishing Reports, South Fork

Flows into the Reservoir have increased tremendously which is good cause they actually might fill the reservoir now and that means cold water all summer. Cold water is good for insect hatches when August rolls around! Fishing on the river hasn’t changed much, your best technique is nymphing and Streamer fishing. This is the time of year when you can have a really good streamer day if we get some overcast rainy weather.

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Henry’s Fork 6-6

June 6, 2012
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Fishing Reports, Henry's Fork

I wanted to give you guys a heads up on the river conditions below Ashton Dam. Apparently the rain on the construction site at the dam. The rain and the silt coming through the dam have made the lower river very dirty. We knew that the water was going to be effected by the construction of the dam and the water quality has been fishable but not clear. Unfortunately the water is not optimal right now. We don’t know when things will clear up but as soon as they do we will let you know.

As far as the other sections of the River. Warm River to Ashton and the Box Canyon are fishing well. Stoneflies on the surface as well as Caddis and PMDs.

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Henry’s Lake 6-5-12

June 5, 2012
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Henry's Lake

Bank fishing is quite slow. Early ice-off allowed fish to disperse early.  Best fishing is out in the lake, so bring that boat  for the best chance of success. Wooly bugger types, krystal, mohair and California leeches seem to work out there.

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