Ouch!
Again class…those hooks are sharp. Be careful.
Had 2 guys yell at me for trying to educate them about water safety. Do not get too cool out there…really
Big 4th Party here in Craig. BBQ all day, fireworks at night. Fish all day. More tonight.
Fish hard, deep too.
Our youngest fan!
We like to start 'em young
Courtesy of Matt Patterson and Brittnay. Thanks and I see an Echo Gecko in the near future.
Campground Construction
Craig Fishing Access to Close for Construction
–> Fishing – Region 4
Craig Fishing Access Site and campground will be closed Tuesday, May 18 through Thursday, May 20 for a construction project.
“The campground will be paved during that time. For public safety, the entire site will be closed for three days,” said Matt Marcinek, Regional Parks Manager for Fish, Wildlife & Parks in Great Falls. “The project is weather dependent, so the closure dates may need to be adjusted if weather conditions dictate. We appreciate everyone’s cooperation during this popular fishing time. We think the improvements will be well received.”
Last fall, the parking lot at the site was paved. The campground paving this spring will complete the improvement project.
For more information, contact FWP Region 4 Headquarters at (406) 454-5840 or email fwprg42@mt.gov .
New Simms Waders? Now with Discount!
A $50 Rebate just for buying new waders? Yes, true.
The G3 pant...perfect for the Missouri Riv
Simms/Goretex Wader Rebate Program
Simms and Headhunters Fly Shop is offering a great discount for a new wader purchase until May 31st. $50 off if you purchase any wader in the G4 series. That means if you would like to buy the G4Z, the wader with the zipper, you get it for $50 less. Nice. The G4 Pro, G3 Guide, G3 pant, or G3 Convertible are also included.
There are 2 ways to qualify for your rebate:
1. In Store Option -Follow the online instructions and print out your voucher. Stop in our store with your old waders and your voucher to receive your $50 or $25 instant rebate on your new Simms Waders!
2.Online Option -Follow the online instructions and print out your voucher. Mail the voucher and your old waders to us at: Headhunters Fly Shop 145 Bridge St. Craig, MT 59648. Call us for help if you have any questions about this promotion.
If you do not want to do your homework before you come to the shop, we will gladly do it in store.
Here is how it works.
If you prefer the Headwaters, Simms will give you $25 back. The Headwaters Series include the Headwaters Stocking foot, the HW Pant, or the HW Women’s Wader. What a cool offer for the Spring of 2010.
Just paid your taxes? Reward yourself with dry waders this year. Or, do you find that your waders stink? Badly? Can hardly get near them…find yourself leaving them in the garage at home. That bad? Treat yourself. You deserve it.
• Trade-in waders must be breathable
• You can either ship your waders to the shop or bring them to a store to qualify along with your instant rebate coupon from Simms.
• Vouchers must be redeemed by May 31, 2010.
A-OK
Joe @ peace with the river
Long time friend and client of John’s fishing the Mo. Joe and his “Woodie” come out quite often…spring, summer fall…and this year he graced us in the winter. He brought the appropriate juice with him too. Anything that comes in a purple bag is A-OK with me.
A list of events in the near future…
Annual Spring River Clean-Up this Saturday April 17th: This year there are prizes scattered along the riverside. Find the “Booty Garbage” and receive gifts at the local fly shops.
Pat Barnes Chapter/MRFF Missouri River Clean UP
When: April 17
Where: Missouri River, section to be defined
What: Clean up of river bank of trash, jointly with
Missouri River Fly Fishers of Great Falls, barbeque provided by Frank Cooper afterwards.
MEET @ Izaak’s Restaurant 8am for coffee and muffins. Come and enjoy the day, pick up some trash, and hang out with your best Missouri River friends.
Good Times cleaning up the Mo. Headhunters providing free shuttles to all who attend…the river clean-up.
May 15th: Craig Caddis Festival: Don’t miss this event folks: Lots of BBQ, fun, fishing, parades, hilarity, and family good times! Call us for more info. The Dry Fly fishing will be off the charts folks. Trust me.
May 15th: Spring Opener. Check your fishing regulations for creek and lake openings.
Right Now: Good spring fishing. Come and find out. You will enjoy. $300 Guide Trips are hit at Headhunters. We have several guests who own their own drift boat and are taking advantage of a couple trips to learn even more about the Missouri. Sharing information is a great thing. Coupled with the Craig Trout Camps discounted cabins…how can you go wrong. Give us a ring and chat about when you can visit.
Warm Weekend Ahead…
Guiding in March...nice day, nice evening, nice catch rate.
Caught just an hour ago on the Missouri. Luke and Geoff after the day of guiding wrapping it up at the Craig Boat ramp Friday. Catch rates good above the WC Bridge. Not so good after the Prickley Pear…high and bright may have something to do with it.
Fishing is better through out the day below Craig…the word on the street. Even further down stream..more consistent.
High temps this weekend are looking comfortable. 57 on Saturday, 62 on Sunday. With the heat generally comes the breezes. Not always, but sometimes.
Taking out this afternoon at WC. Guides practicing for the season
Good Walleye fishing near the dam. Stop in for our secrets. We will spill them all. The FWP is conducting the annual Burbot survey. We see the orange buoys around the river.
Pat Barnes Trout Unlimited Banquet Saturday night in Helena. The Civic Center at 6 pm. Tickets $35 at the door. Call us for directions, auction tickets…open all day long.
Headhunters Open at 8 am for all your daily river needs.
