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John’s video last year that debuted at Down the Hatch Video Festival in Missoula. A cold spey clinic today with lots of indoor action. Next week, outdoor action too. Although we will venture out for a short, and frozen, casting session. Handwarmers required. Enjoy this film today dreaming about your next Steelhead adventure. Tailout – … Read more
You may have seen this cool new Made in America packs, gear portals, and pouches on a few of our guides or on your city streets. This product is crazy good. Hand made in America and colorful. When they aren’t building packs for you and I for river use, they are designing and building packs … Read more
Under the Weather Surfing in New Zealand by Damon Meade. See, New Zealand is not just for Big Brown Trout Fishing. It is for more. The Australian Open, Big Browns, long beaches, deserts, and goats or lambs or something… We are still frozen here but thawing this week. A few hearty anglers on this partial … Read more
A cool video coming to a theater near you. The F3T show will be rolling through Great Falls March 14th at the Hilton garden Inn. Save the date and come out to shed the winter doldrums, your Patagonia puffball, your pasty white skin…have a few beers ad enjoy the fly fishing event to kick off … Read more
Slushy, frigid, icebergs drifting down the river. Cold all over. It’ll be a few days until we get to fish the entire river. The lower is littered with ice. Per the blog yesterday by John. More like normal winter weather here in central Montana. Last year we got away with mild air and weather all … Read more
Lots happening in the near future here on the Missouri River. While Mother Nature never rests, although it is difficult to tell this week with air temps hovering below Zero, neither do we. The Headhunters gang is busy in the shop while getting you up to date on whats happening. Headhunters Winter & Spring Calendar … Read more
Headhunters Guide Peter Skidmore coming up for air as he and his fiance, and a pile of locals remodel his house. Maybe Peter will stick around for a while as he establishes deeper roots. Peter is a highly regarded and booked Missouri River guide. The Spring Special has been announced and you can book Peter … Read more
Trout Eggs in the one room classsroom in Wolf Creek. The kids are watching the hatching process right in front of their eyes. I think they may be baby fish right now. Yep, baby Arlee Rainbows from the Jocko Hatchery. The Arlee is one of the more popular fish planted in Montana. The hatchery has … Read more
Congrats Seahawks. With the Seahawks win, in honor of the 12th Man…retail 12% off this week thru Saturday. Not valid on guide trips, lodging, and not valid on all retail items…but most! Snow all of last week with this week more winter. And damn cold. Whether you are still celebrating the win of your team … Read more
If the Hawks win today, we will give the 12th Man, you, the in store retail bonus. We are sore losers, and we are Seahawks fans…so if the Broncos win, no cigar. 12% off kick ass goods in the store if the Seattle Seahawks win then Super Bowl. GO SEATTLE SEAHAWKS!
Now that you got yourself signed up for the Headhunters Fly Shop Spring Special you can start thinking about the PMD’s. I know I have. Squeeky’s favorite time period is June. It’s green, it’s good, it’s summer on the Missouri River. June also has PMD’s. Friday Foto Today temps near 16F. So not even close … Read more
Check it out. A nice diversion on this Thursday. Tying night last evening. Some tying some small bugs for some hatch on some Missouri River dry fly flat. How about you? You getting ready for the eye opening season of Spring? We are… Check out the SIMMS Gear Guide here…http://www.simmsfishing.com/gear-guide/2014-spring/
Trout Number high again this year on Montana’s Missouri River according to biologists. We are looking strong. Real strong again with trout numbers high, average fish size high, and advance bookings high as well. Sara says get your friends together and make your plans now as June and July are real tight. Late July with … Read more
Winter. Still winter here fishing Montana’s Missouri River. While the weather dictates the number of folks plying their winter fishing trade the fish simply don’t care how hard it blows, how much snow is falling, or if you’d rather be on the couch eating spaghetti. They gotta eat. Montanan’s fish in the winter. Most, I … Read more
The much awaited an anticipated arrival of the Kreelex has finally arrived. We got ’em in stock. Deep too. Both the kits and the actual fly. Although you should probably get on board with a couple dozen as to not be without. We have a few flavors! In the words of a trout bum who … Read more
A bundle of folks on the water yesterday. Today? Not as many. When the weather warms you Montanans exit your households and wander towards a winter fishery like the Missouri River. We got the hot free perked coffee for you. Shuttles, rooms, an enormous Missouri River specific fly selection with the right winter patterns. A … Read more
Moving to Montana soon. Gonna be dental floss tycoon. Or a fly shop guy. John and I both came here for the trout, not the floss. My love for Zappa was an unwelcome one. I worked at a slope side restaurant @ White Pass Washington for 5 years. My ski partner and bartender played Zappa … Read more
Lots of college kids here this week. Finals… While I don’t remember much of my finals week, I do remember wanting to fish, all the time. I would trick my self into tying flies instead of studying. I felt that moving forward in some direction was better than moving laterally or backwards! A bunch of … Read more
A shot from the lower river. Awesome. Love the lower river. It’s damn nice. Differing characteristics make the Missouri a must. Yah, tell your wife you must come this summer. We can write a doctor’s note if that will help… Friday Foto. The only thing missing in this foto is you.
Great reports from all anglers. Anglers are out on a daily basis too. Many nimpers, some swingers, and an occasional dry fly Nazi’s. Cabins all full for the week, yet open for the weekend. Yep, fully booked here in this month of January. Our local winter discounted lodging is rocking. Why not. Stay at Joe’s way … Read more
Yep, it’s on. Tying tonight in Craig Montana. Snowing as I write this post and we expect a few inches is all. No wind. Nice! Been reading Scumliners posts this last week and learning a ton! Maybe he should write more often. I sure enjoy his knowledge and based on the comment stream you certainly … Read more
The summer will be upon us sooner than we would like to think. The winter can move very slowly, the spring somewhat quicker. We are winter fishing here on the Missouri, as we do all year, and our mind can be numbed by the bitter cold temps, winter winds, and short days. Let me remind … Read more
Windy as bitch today on the Might Mo. A 30 percent chance of snow. Mostly cloudy, with a temperature falling to around 32 by 10am. Windy, with a west wind 29 to 31 mph, with gusts as high as 44 mph. New snow accumulation of less than a half inch possible. Check out the Upper … Read more
Totally scraped this site from the Moldy Chum fly fishing super site last Saturday. This shit is cool! Can you see the multitude of food options rushing by these fish? The trout have options! River snorkel: Resident Rainbows from River_Snorkel on Vimeo.
Headhunters Fly Fishing Guide Jared Edens speaks openly about his local eatery and drinkery in Cascade Montana today on this very fly fishing blog. Many of you know Jared from guiding with him, some by sitting next to him on Headhunters porch, and some by his easy pace of life. He guides the same way. … Read more
Cool Spey Casting Video from the Loop Army. I’m not sure how the Loop Army is faring these days as their path in the USA has been tumultous and confusing at best. But this video is cool! Friday Spey from Headhunters Fly Shop
It’s time for this task. Do they smell? I bet they do. Dirty waders don’t breathe well. Did I mention the stench that some acquire over time? Many, most, anglers do not take care of their waders. Never washing, never repairing pinhole leaks and applying Revivex is a far away dream. Reminds me of the … Read more
Cold ? Yes. Good? Yes. It really does not change much in the winter months. The weather changes more often than any other factor. Water temps wobbling between 34F and 35F. Pretty standard for winter months. Last year the water temps did not fall to those cool level all winter long. More in the 36F … Read more
We love this piece for all season play. Have you worn your BUFF in the winter months? We have. Once you get onto this critical outdoor accessory, you never look back. There are two kinds of people. Those who wear the BUFF daily and those who thinks it makes them look funny. Honest. Once you … Read more
It is January and the time has arrived to tie flies Wednesday nights @ Headhunters Fly Shop in Craig. Our 3rd or 4th season of weekly fly tying here on the Missouri River. Are you ready? Our program is different than other fly tying sessions hosted by fly shops. This is not a lesson based … Read more
I have a few of them. The SAGE Method. I used to be, as many of you know, a soft rod guy. Well, not anymore. What I have learned, albeit slowly, that tip flexing stiffer fly rods are made for more than just softly putting the sneak on sipping trout…with-out the nasty wind in your … Read more
5 Die Hard Spey Day participants attended Saturday’s Clinic. The roads were bad, the weather was bad, the learning was good. Our next shot is Saturday February 8th. Sign up today for the Spey Casting Clinic. We will see you there. Better weather is on tap. We think? Remember we have a wide selection … Read more
Snow on the ground today. Snowed Friday afternoon, Saturday, and some today as well. This image from last week looking toward Wolf Creek Bridge west of the river. It looks just like this today, but with snow. It’s cold too. Give us a shout if you are coming towards Craig and we will give you … Read more
The SIMMS G4 BOA is a boot that many Missouri River anglers will be wearing for several years. Why? Ease of use. The RiverTek BOA, the predecessor, is a boot that many of the Headhunters staff has been wearing the past 2 seasons. Why? Ease of use. The comfort level of these boots is terrific. … Read more
The damn weather is the only variable that can really screw up the day. The fishing is just fine. Water temps in the 34F range with the winter flows at or about the 3K level. And holding on both accounts. Friday Foto Fishing Report | HH Fly Shop The streamer fishing has been quite good … Read more
Simon Gawesworth today from RIO Products discussing how to choose the ideal Spey Line. Our free clinics cover this topic as well. Sometimes the fly line selection process can be intimidating with 2 handed fly rods. Running lines, backing, shooting heads, and tips…leaders? Yah, we feel you. Need additional help? Remember that the Headhunters Staff … Read more
The new year is upon us and we are damn excited. We never stop having a ball here at Headhunters. The excitement from learning is a driving force. We are always learning about you, the river, and advancing our fly fishing technique and skill set. A few things to put on your calender for the … Read more
Ulf Borjesson with a cool tying video of The Hairdressers Midge today from the Headhunters Fly Shop Blog. Ulf has visited the Mo several times now and it is one of his favorites. Ours too Ulf. He writes a kick-ass blog called Mad Trout. Check it out when you get a few minutes this coming … Read more
Happy New Year from all of us here on Montana’s Missouri River. Today @ Noon the Polar Bear Plunge here in Craig. Take this day of rest. Then plan your upcoming Missouri River Trip. It is quite busy already for the mid June til mid July time frame. Lodging and guides. If you want in, … Read more
Ken Stock got himself a new boat this year. 2013. How about you? A new boat for 2014? Why not. You deserve it. Or just hook yourself up with a punch card full of guided trips. Adipose Boatworks Flow is commonly on our New Boat Smell forum. A great boat for the Missouri River. Low … Read more
It is damn good for cold water temperatures. Yep, pretty good. Some fella’s even caught some on a dry fly yesterday. In between wind gusts. Today much calmer here in Craig. The afternoon promises 42F. We like that temperature. No freezing guides here. The gang that was out this weekend in questionable fishing weather, for … Read more
Our own Sara tossing a spey rod a few years back. Wintertime on the Missouri River means changing gears. Down & Across featuring Sara by Scumliner Media Grab your 2 Hander, head out, have fun. Need to demo or buy a new Spey or Switch Rod? Stop in, we got ’em from SAGE, Echo, Thomas … Read more
Had a customer say to us today ” You know what separates this fly shop from the rest? It’s the first rate customer service, friendliness, and professionalism of the the staff, that you are open all but a few days a year, the best guides we have been witness to, and the daily internet presence. … Read more
Fever with Benny Hill and Dilys Watling. One of my favorites as a kid. Still funny.
Sunday Scenery image from LaConner Washington. From Squeeky’s Dad. Happy Sunday. Go Seahawks. Go Steelhead. Its nice here in central Montana. Considering it’s winter. Enjoy the week ahead.
2 for 1 today on the Headhunters Blog. A New Breed Chicks Rule gal who happens to be a Future Flyfisher too! Millie is the angler here today, and the star! New Breed Chicks Rule! Mike said that it was the first fish Millie caught by herself. The cast, the take, the set, the fight, … Read more
Friday Foto Fishing Report from your good friends @ Headhunters Fly Shop and Guide Service. Good is the word. Good nymphing, can be great. Below good for the streamer fishing. About one take per hour. So, not terrible. Come in and check out our vast selection of small streamers. It seems to be the consistent … Read more
Check it. The Kreelex Just Add Vise kit is in stock. Kreelex Minnow. Just a few words about our Just Add Vise Kits today on the Headhunters Blog. And, Kreelex Minnows are as well. But only the Silver and Gold, the Bronze and Gold still coming… Until then, you will just have to tie your … Read more
Come on in and enjoy the deeply discounted products here on the Mo. And, and then go fish! Or the other way around. Your choice. Quite a few anglers on the river Wednesday the 25th. Looked like most were swinging 2 handed rods. Some single handers as well mostly tossing streamers. The nymphing bite is … Read more
From all of us, to all of you…Merry Christmas. Ben, Sara, Julie, John, and Mark here in Craig Montana hop you and your family enjoy the holidays. See you the 26th, Boxing Day for those north of the border, for normal holiday operation. See you at 8am for hot cheap coffee…
A cool video that has been out a couple years. Worth the 10 minutes on this Christmas Eve. Any Saltwater plans in your future? Well if there are this holiday period, we wish you the best. It’s Tuesday. The holidays are here and stop working now. Most of you are anyway. Enjoy Itu’s Bones today … Read more
Hi’s in the 40’s today with overcast skies greeting us this nearly Christmas morning. Currently 43F and calm with some light misty type drizzle! Fellers wandering around the river today. Mostly anglers again as the hunters has waned in the last week. Now it’s fishing weather. Super Secret Headhunters Fly Shop after Christmas Sale starts … Read more
We know you have your own reasons for visiting Montana’s Missouri River every year. Here are a few ore reasons to visit this summer. Plus, you need to try out that new SAGE Method on our hard fighting jumping Rainbows! Or that 7 weight that has not met its match wrastlin’ a deep diving bulldog … Read more
Check out this film outside of Pipeline. Legends of Surf here. The real Big Wednesday.
Above photo shot after our 2nd season in 2009. The shop has metamorphosed a few times since this shot. Some have asked what we are doing this year? Many think winter work at fly shops is boring. Some days it is. But the rest of the days are filled with chatting with you folks on … Read more
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 Younger from this cool Blog called Tween Us. Check it out here for more cool … Read more