Memorial Day
Memorial Day We honor those who died while serving. One day is clearly not enough. We should honor them everyday. But today we can show how we feel by raising the flag. Take a moment and reflect on those who…
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You Belong to Me Steve Martin and Bernadette Peters Duet
You Belong to Me Steve Martin and Bernadette Peters Duet I love his scene. It is the HH Blog today, Sunday, written by Sparky. With my favorite comedian Steve Martin. And the quite lovely voice of the very talented Bernadette…
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Fortunate Youth Thursday
Fortunate Youth Thursday Not as cold, but equally as windy as the past week. looks like more wind on the way as we move towards the First February weekend. The fishing should pick up, as the weather allows us to…
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City Life Rebelution Video
City Life Rebelution Video Fishing as much as you wish? Is this how you planned it? You know, your life. SOL’s advice to the youth that step into the boat, or frequent Headhunters porch is this… You can control your…
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After the Guide Season…
After the Guide Season… This comes from Breakfast at Tiffany’s. Holly Golightly likes to party. We do too. Specifically after the 240 day trout season here on the Mo. Guides will be sleeping in, fishing a bit stripping, swinging, and…
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Veterans Day
Veterans Day Veterans Day 2021 is being celebrated to present special thanks, paying respect and love to the military men and women, who devoted their whole life for serving their homeland and they gave many sacrifices for the comfort of their…
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Rise. Herb Albert.
Rise. Herb Albert. A big tune in ’79. I remember it well. Great title as well. Although no connection with the rise (forms) we like. I also love(d) Tijuana Taxi from ’65. My folks had that LP. I wore it…
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Whatever Gets You Through the Night John Lennon
Whatever Gets You Through the Night John Lennon Great track to get stuck in your head today. Sir Elton John on backup vocals. The duet version is sweet too. Happy Hump Day. Warm and smoky here in Craiglandia. The Harris…
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Harris Mountain Fire 7.27.21 Update
Harris Mountain Fire 7.27.21 Update Lots of smoke in the immediate area. Lots of smoke throughout Montana. We have not had cancellations due to smoke in the air. Anglers fishing without problems. If you have concerns about your upcoming trip…
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COVID Vax Clinic Craig Montana TODAY @ Headhunters Fly Shop 10-12
COVID Vax Clinic Craig Montana TODAY @ Headhunters Fly Shop 10-12 The nuts and bolts of this COVID Vaccine Clinic are Thursday April 22nd 10am til 12pm Noon Second Dose available read below 1st Dose available read below Open to…
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Izaak’s Restaurant in Craig Hiring
Izaak’s Restaurant in Craig Hiring Spoke with Chef John over a iller plate of Ribs preceded by his Wold Class Smoked Chicken Wings last night and he reminded me that Izaak’s is still looking for a couple key integral staffers…
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The Movement | Dancehall | Sugarshack Sessions
The Movement | Dancehall | Sugarshack Sessions If you have not tuned into the Sugarshack Sessions, you will know what to do today if you are not a NFL fan. The Movement is one of my fav’s. If you need…
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Sunday Surf Flick
Sunday Surf Flick The long board. Pretty cool. Hangin’ ten. Kinda like a beautiful spey cast. Enjoy your Sunday. Time to think about your next your spey trip. We have great spey educators here at Headhunters. Get yours on the…
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SIMMS Wader Repair Video
SIMMS Wader Repair Video: How to Your waders leaking? Shouldn’t you get them ready for fall? Did you think to remind yourself of how freaking cold you were this past spring with that leak above your knee. Those wet feet?…
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Sunday Surf Flick WSL Jaws
Sunday Surf Flick WSL Jaws This may be more difficult than a long dry fly cast in the wind. One thing for sure, fly fishing on the Mo is less dangerous. And maybe as exciting? Happy Holidays. Shop open daily…
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Sunday Tribute Video Nirvana
Sunday Tribute Video Nirvana Kurt Cobain passed 25 years ago this week. April 5th 1994. A pretty big part of my youth was mis-spent drinking, dancing, and enjoying live music in the Pacific NW. Enjoyed it thoroughly. Had an album…
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We Remember
We Remember We remember 9/11. We take today to honor America. Raise the flag high. We remember.
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Izaak’s of Craig For Sale
Izaak’s of Craig For Sale Izaak’s opening April 5th! Thursday thru Sundays for a few weeks to start with 4-9pm! Awesome. We can’t wait until se can saddle up to the bar and enjoy fantastic BBQ and more! New items…
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Taking today off…
Taking today off… Everybody needs a day off. Even us. Today is one of those days…
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Stealing Happy Hours 311 Video Live
Stealing Happy Hours 311 Video Live If I have something like this weaving through my brain helping endure the winter months I get closer to summer. Today is Friday. This month is getting closer to over as well. Thankfully. If…
Read MoreSpaceX: Falcon Heavy Launch Video
SpaceX: Falcon Heavy Launch Video If you have not seen this… It is awesome. The re-entry and landing of the booster rockets is simply amazing. Next seasons fly rod tech may come from SpaceX? Maybe?
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One of the coolest Christmas Songs
One of the coolest Christmas Songs Actually “Linus and Lucy” is the title of this tune. Composed by Vince Guaraldi the Italian Jazz Composer who composed most of the Peanuts animated television music. I also dig Christmas Time is Here.…
Read MoreThank You Veterans
Thank You Veterans Honoring all of you out there who have served. We thank you. We here at Headhunters are humbled by your commitment to the United States serving in commonly difficult situations and times. We thank you. You hold…
Read MoreBest Goalie Hockey Fight Ever!
Best Goalie Hockey Fight Ever! From 1998 Patrick Roy v. Chris Osgood. A good Saturday diversion. Cool this morning, warm this afternoon. Windy all day. Nymphing pretty good. Not many anglers on the water. Saw some Callibaetis. A few Green…
Read MoreSaturday Cinema – Thunderbolt and Lightfoot Locations
We’re huge fans of the 1974 film Thunderbolt & Lightfoot, and not just because it’s filmed in this area. It’s a must-see modern Western starring two great actors. We’ve written about it before, and some feedback clued us into the…
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Things To Do: Tower Rock State Park
We’re often asked what other activities there are to do around Craig if you’re not fly fishing, and hiking is at the top of the list for many. Unfortunately the Missouri River is surrounded by private land and hiking on…
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A bit of help for Harper
A bit of help for Harper Just saw this piece on Facebook and wanted to post immediately. Our friend and Missouri River guide Stephen Caldwell, his wife Torrey and their little girl Harper need a bit of help. Harper is…
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Freezout Lake Snow Goose Migration
The Freezout Lake Snow Goose migration occurs each spring, and is a very popular event for nature lovers in the Great Falls area. Julie and I have logged many days at Freezout – but in the fall and with guns.…
Read MoreXtreme Saturday
Un-fishing for your Saturday enjoyment, because it’s one of the coolest video’s I’ve ever seen. A perfect aerial drone shot and flawless ride, 4 minutes long. TRAILER FOR UNREAL – You can download it on iTunes
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Denali – for Dog Lovers
From the guys at Felt Soul Media comes what might be the best Vimeo/online short I’ve ever experienced. There’s no fly fishing in this one. It’s for dog lovers. It got 2.5 MILLION views yesterday alone, so odds are good…
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Montana Cinema – Thunderbolt and Lightfoot
Who doesn’t love a movie that was filmed in your backyard? While Montana isn’t known as a location for motion picture filming, we have had a few excellent Hollywood productions filmed here. Of course you all know and make fun…
Read MoreSuperbowl Week at Headhunters
We’re big Superbowl fans around here. When you live in North Central MT in the winter, events like the Superbowl help you mark the time as the long winter passes by. Mark and I are Puget Sound natives, so the…
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Winter Solstice Facts from Shannon Younger
Shannon Younger Article this morning from Tween Us. Photo Credit from Brian Lubin of Missouri River fame. So Squeeky knocked off the article, and used a photo from a local. Nice work if I don’t say so myself… By Shannan…
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Flyfishing is bereft of humor
Honest. (Some) Flyfishers are a serious folk. RIP Worst Flyfishing Products Blog. 2 folks, out of a ton of readers could not handle it… Flyfishing is bereft of humor. Trust me. I’m a humorless guide.
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No Trespassing Tuesday Morning
Orange, on anything means No Trespassing. Just sayin’. Montanans don’t take kindly to folks walking around on their land. Ask first before crossing into or onto suspect properties. It is your responsibility to know where you are at. If you…
Read MoreFriday Un-fishing Fun: Avalanche Sharks!
Fishing is awesome, but it’s not funny. This is funny: You ready for Ski Season?
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