Fly Fishing the Beaverhead River in Southwest Montana
When people think about a fishing vacation in Southwest Montana, their thoughts usually gravitate to fly fishing the Beaverhead River. The Beaverhead is one of the more prolific and challenging blue ribbon trout rivers that people come from all over the world to fly fish. This tailwater flows out of Clark Canyon Reservoir and is a small river in size but an enormous river in stature. With thousands of trout per mile and rarely more than 70 feet from bank to bank, the Beaverhead River is literally stacked with trout. Big Trout. The Beaverhead is known for its population of very large Browns and Rainbows, attracting fly fishers from all over. The Beaverhead’s constant cold-water provided by the reservoir’s outflow, coupled with the generally silt-free nature of Continue Reading
Fly Fishing Basics For Beginners
Are you an avid fisherman who is interested in learning more about fly fishing? Fly fishing looks significantly different from ordinary bait or lure fishing. However, if you figure out a few fly fishing basics you can be on your way toward enjoying your fishing experience even more.
Flies
Fly fishing utilizes artificial flies that are cast with a fly rod and a fly line. Artificial flies arrive in all different types, virtually any size, weight, color you could want. Many fly fishermen essentially tie this own flies. These artificial flies are tied making use of materials such as fur, hair, feathers, and other materials. The fly is tied onto a hook. The hook will fluctuate in size depending on the type of fish you are trying to catch. The mission is to try Continue Reading