fbpx Skip to main content
Yearly Archives

2018

Jul 03 2018
Love4
Silver Creek Outfitters | Fly Fishing | Ketchum Idaho

Fly Fishing Forecast
July 4 – July 11

By Fishing Forecast
“Fishing is a quest for knowledge and wonder as much as a pursuit of fish.” ~Paul Schullery If it is wonder, knowledge, and fish that you seek then July is the month and Silver Creek Outfitters is the place for you. Each of our unique fisheries comes into its own during the month of July. With Tricos on the Creek…
Read More
Jun 26 2018
Love3
Silver Creek Outfitters | Fly Fishing Forecast | Ketchum Idaho

Fly Fishing Forecast
June 27 – July 4

By Fishing Forecast
“The best fisherman I know try not to make the same mistakes over and over again; instead they strive to make new and interesting mistakes and to remember what they learned from them.” ~John Gierach The best fishermen are always learning. And the best way to learn…surround yourself with avid anglers who love to learn and share this wonderful sport.…
Read More
Jun 20 2018
Love2
Silver Creek Outfitters | Fly Fishing | Ketchum Idaho

Fly Fishing Forecast
June 20 – June 27

By Fishing Forecast
“There will be days when the fishing is better than one's most optimistic forecast, others when it is far worse. Either is a gain over just staying home.” ~Roderick Haig-Brown If you have yet to do so, it is time to make plans for your summer fly fishing adventures. Our guides are booking fast, the fly bins are stuffed, and…
Read More
Jun 13 2018
Love1

Fly Fishing Forecast June 13 – June 20

By Fishing Forecast
“I have laid aside business, and gone a'fishing.” ~Izaak Walton If you have yet to do so, it is time to make plans for your summer fly fishing adventures. Our guides are booking fast, the fly bins are stuffed, and new gear has been stocked to meet your fishing needs. The rivers are dropping, bugs are hatching, and fish are…
Read More
Jun 06 2018
Love2

Fly Fishing Forecast June 6 – June 13

By Fishing Forecast
“When you are fishing, you must be able to move fluidly through multiple approaches and not be dogmatic in your thinking. There really is no one best way.” ~ George Daniel from Dynamic Nymphing Fly fishers easily fall into prescribed routines, techniques, and approaches to the detriment of their success. As conditions change, so should the angler. Remember the adage:…
Read More
Jun 04 2018
Love4

Know Your Guide: Chris Willich

By The Hatch
Son of former Sun Valley mayor, Wayne Willich, Chris discovered the exceptional recreational opportunities, and iconic river system Idaho has to offer at an early age. Originally from Mercer Island, Washington, Chris grew up fishing the fresh waters of Puget Sound. He recalls spending long days learning to troll off the back of a sailboat for salmon and various catch.…
Read More
May 29 2018
Love1

Fly Fishing Forecast May 30 – June 6

By Fishing Forecast
“A fly fishing season does not pass in which I do not find myself misguided by following one of my favorite precepts.” ~ Huish Edye As this fly fishing season gets under way, keep this one essential fly fishing precept in mind: there is always something new to learn. Follow this, and you are sure not be misguided! And, if…
Read More
May 25 2018
Love4

Know Your Guides: Ed Northern

By The Hatch
With only a flashlight to guide them, Ed and his friend paddled through the dark waters of the early morning. Their boat was loaded with rods, worms and the day’s snacks. They were to spend the day angling for trout, and they could not wait to see what was in store. Ed created several more fishing memories as he grew…
Read More
May 22 2018
Love3

Fly Fishing Forecast May 23 – 30

By Fishing Forecast
“Don’t be satisfied with stories, how things have gone with others. Unfold your own myth."  – Rumi Opening day on Silver Creek and the Big Wood is May 26th…the best season yet begins to unfold! While the Valley is still reaping the benefits of last year’s abundant water supply, this winter’s average snow pack means we again will have plenty of…
Read More
May 17 2018
Love4
Meet Your Guide

Know Your Guide: Miles Sweek

By The Hatch
From a young age, there is no question that river guiding was Miles’ calling. Watching people get excited about all things fly fishing illustrates to him that guiding was what he was born to do. “While I love catching big fish myself, sharing that experience with someone else new to the sport is something I enjoy just as much.” Miles…
Read More