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One Week Left!

By Fishing Forecast, Fishing Report
Synopsis The rising temperatures in the Valley have produced some excellent fishing in recent days. The warmer weather has brought a few more fishermen out of hiding so be prepared to see other anglers on the water around popular access points. This might be a good time to try some of the less frequented sections of our local streams. Silver…
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Midge Madness

By Fishing Forecast, Fishing Report
Synopsis March is finally here and the fishing has been outstanding. A combination of ideal weather conditions and a trout's need to pack on calories before spawning creates great winter fishing conditions. Silver Creek The Creek is now closed for the season and will open again on Saturday, May 23rd. The Idaho Department of Fish and Game is seeking public…
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Apres Ski Entertainment

By Fishing Forecast, Fishing Report
Synopsis The expected warmer temperatures should produce some great fishing. Hopefully, this warm weather will kick off the winter midge hatches that produce some of the finest winter dry-fly fishing in Idaho. As always, use caution when accessing any of our area waters in the winter. Parking spots along the river are limited and usually close to traffic. Silver Creek…
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January 15th Report

By Fishing Forecast, Fishing Report
Synopsis The recent storms that have moved through the valley have produced some great fishing on area waters. The warmer temperatures and overcast skies create ideal winter fishing conditions. Area waters that were beginning to freeze have opened back up and the warmer weather has created some great midge hatches. Silver Creek The majority of Silver Creek is closed for…
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Holiday Report

By Fishing Forecast, Fishing Report
Synopsis Fishing has been good lately due to the relatively warm temperatures and the recent cloud cover. Midges and Baetis are primary hatches on all of our local streams. Most of the surface activity will occur around mid-day. If you aren't seeing anything on top, don't hesitate to try nymphs or streamer patters on stout leaders. Also, for any of…
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Fun in the Fall

By Fishing Forecast, Fishing Report
Synopsis True autumn weather is upon us. Colder days, rain and snow are in the forecast and that means a serious end to the majority of our local hatches. The good news is, the fish are still eager to fatten up for the winter so they are going to eat when the opportunity presents itself. Midges, Baetis and Mahogany Duns…
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The Bugs of Autumn

By Fishing Forecast, Fishing Report
Synopsis Fall is here. With the cool days will come the Fall Baetis, the Western Red Quill, the October Caddis and the Mahogany Dun. Hunting season has begun, as well as school, meaning most area rivers will have few anglers out and about. The fire near Silver Creek certainly scorched the bank on the south side of the conservancy, but…
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