Hatches

The fishing has been red hot around Western Wyoming and Eastern Idaho in the past few weeks, perfect timing for me to head back and jump on the oars. I'll be leaving Portland bright and early tomorrow, heading back to Jackson for a 6-week guiding stint. Don't be a stranger if you're in town. The South Fork has been fishing very well on big bugs, and the Green and Snake have also been very productive on dries. Area tributaries are also coming into prime shape, so grab your pack and take a hike to your favorite remote fishery. For those of you that have not seen or heard of this video and story behind it, click this link to SunValleyMag.com to hear about a truly amazing fishing story. Silver Creek Outfitters media specialist, Bryan Husky, was invited by legendary guide Pete Wood to spend an evening filming Dr. Robert Franklin (known to most as "Doc"), as he headhunted for fish eating through the prolific Brown Drake hatch. Click on this trailer, as well, to learn more about this story. There is nothing like the anticipation and addiction to specific insect hatches for fly fisherman. We sometimes make plans months in advance, and often drop everything to chase a hatch.

Proud Papa

Summer is heating up rapidly around Western Wyoming, and the fishing is getting just as hot. The Pinedale area rivers are in prime shape, with the South Fork and Snake turning on to Dry Flies as well. Large and small Stoneflies, as well as a buffet of Mayflies are working everywhere. My partner Scott Smith and I are well on our way with our new venture, and are setting up shop for this summer. We are now officially poised to take over Jack Dennis' Fishing Trips and their permits. We will be operating jointly this season during the transition at 225 West Broadway, in the Dave Hansen Whitewater Shop. Stop by to book a trip, grab some bugs, or to just chat. I'll be heading back in a couple of weeks for some guiding...dates are filling up quickly, so don't delay a booking! Now, on to the really important stuff...my 4 year old's first Trout!! I took Charlotte out a couple of weeks ago onto some Oregon water, and she landed this 14" beauty, all on her own. Definitely something a Dad will never forget. Do you think she's excited? I had a chance recently to reconnect with an old fishing client of mine, Larry Stephenson. Larry is an amazing artist, with a longtime passion for antique toys. His repertoire has expanded in recent years to include some amazing fly fishing art in watercolor. Check out Larry's website to see what he's been up to! To get right to the fly-fishing, click on "Prints", then drop down to "Fly Fishing". Here's a great shot of my One Fly Teammate Peter Chung, with a healthy Sublette County Rainbow, that Scott Smith put him onto last week. More soon!