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Fly Fishing Forecast
June 5 – 12

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“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.” ~…
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Sunrise over Silver Creek Idaho | Silver Creek Outfitters

Fly Fishing Forecast
May 29 – June 5

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“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…
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Fly Fishing Forecast
May 15 – 29

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“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…
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Silver Creek Outfitters | Fly Fishing | Ketchum Idaho

Fly Fishing Forecast
May 1 – 15

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“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…
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Winter Fly Fishing | Silver Creek Outfitters

Fly Fishing Forecast
March 6 – 20

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“Officially it was almost spring, but someone had forgotten to pass the news on to winter.” ~Robert Harris Winter has been very, very good to the Wood River Valley. The snow water equivalency for the Wood River drainage is currently at 134% of average and climbing. The mountains hold a promise of full reservoirs and healthy river flows for the…
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Fly Fishing Forecast | Sun Valley Idaho | Silver Creek Outfitters

Fly Fishing Forecast
February 6 – 20

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“Does the fly pattern (color, size, and silhouette) really make much difference?  It certainly can, but more often than not I'd argue that confidence in the pattern is the overriding factor.” ~ Lance Egan of Fly Fishing Team USA Whether you prefer traditional fly patterns (Prince Nymphs, Pheasant Tails, Parachute Adams, etc.) or the latest Perdigons, Frenchies, and Mops, having…
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