Sun Valley Area Fly Fishing Forecast

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Jul 16 2019

Fly Fishing Forecast
July 17 – 24

By Silver Creek Outfitters Fishing Forecast

“The cast is so soft and slow that it can be followed like an ash settling from a fireplace chimney. One of life’s quiet excitements is to stand somewhat apart from yourself and watch yourself softly becoming the author of something beautiful, even if it is only a floating ash.” ― Norman Maclean The only thing better than making the…

Jul 09 2019

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Silver Creek Outfitters | Fly Fishing Forecast

Fly Fishing Forecast
July 10-17

By Silver Creek Outfitters Fishing Forecast

"It is motion that gives the fish his first warning of danger.” ― Lee Wulff While wading the Creek, move like a heron. When casting, let your fly and line alight the water as soft as a cottonwood seed. And on the Wood, don’t rush to the river’s edge without watching the margins. Don’t stand in the very water that…

Jul 02 2019

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Fly Fishing Forecast
July 3-10

By Silver Creek Outfitters Fishing Forecast

Trout are among those creatures who are one hell of a lot prettier than they need to be. They can get you to wondering about the hidden workings of reality.” ― John Gierach Last week, Joe Humphreys reminded us to “look up” and take in the natural beauty of the place we live in. Remember also to “look down” and…

Jun 25 2019

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Silver Creek Outfitters | Fly Fishing | Ketchum Idaho

Fly Fishing Forecast
June 26-July 3

By Silver Creek Outfitters Fishing Forecast

“On the best days on the river, the life of vibrating devices and glowing screens disappear, and all that matters is the temperature of the water, the speed of the flow, the skittishness of the fish, the accuracy of the fly, and the neatness of the cast.” ~ Kirk Wallace Johnson, author of The Feather Thief No matter what might…

Jun 18 2019

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Fly Fishing Forecast
June 19 – 26

By Silver Creek Outfitters Fishing Forecast

“For me, there’s more to fishing than the display of equipment and discussing nifty theories and knowing the Latin names of the insects our flies imitate— there’s the sudden tug on the line that says you found the answer to a particular angling problem.” ~ Joe Humphreys fromTrout Tactics Certainly, having the right gear makes a difference. No doubt, understanding…

Jun 12 2019

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Fly Fishing Forecast
June 12 – 19

By Silver Creek Outfitters Fishing Forecast

“Most aquatic insects seem to obey no hard rule in the timing of their appearance, and Brown Drakes are no exception.” ~ Rene Harrop The Brown Drakes seem to be playing a game of peekaboo. This “now you see us, now you don’t” behavior can be attributed to the fickle spring weather. But with stable temperatures in the forecast, this…

Jun 05 2019

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Fly Fishing Forecast
June 5 – 12

By Silver Creek Outfitters Fishing Forecast

“Last night I took my two children to watch Live the Stream-The Story of Joe Humphrey, where they got to see the many facets of my 90-year-old mentor: husband, father, friend, conservationist, coach, teacher, athlete, competitor, and mentor. I wanted them to observe what a purposeful life looks like, and this film hits the message out of the park.” ~…

May 28 2019

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Sunrise over Silver Creek Idaho | Silver Creek Outfitters

Fly Fishing Forecast
May 29 – June 5

By Silver Creek Outfitters Fishing Forecast

“Learn to be flexible. Don't start with a preconceived idea. Is the water clear? Are the fish spooky?” ~from Trout Tactics by Joe Humphreys Fishing success really depends on asking the right questions. This time of year, the questions should include: What are the water flows? Do I have a good variety of flies to match the changing conditions? When…

May 15 2019

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Fly Fishing Forecast
May 15 – 29

By Silver Creek Outfitters Fishing Forecast

“I think the best teacher is the stream, the best way to learn is again and again.” ~from Trout Tactics by Joe Humphreys Thursday, June 20th you will have the chance to meet fly fishing icon Joe Humphreys. Joe, along with the cast and crew of the documentary film Live The Stream, will be on hand at the Sun Valley Opera House. A…

May 01 2019

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Fly Fishing Forecast
May 1 – 15

By Silver Creek Outfitters 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 In less than a month, the Wood and Silver Creek will reopen and the outlook is optimistic. Certainly, all the freestone rivers will continue to be swollen as the mountains…

Nov 12 2024

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