Fishing Outlook & Conditions
Water Temp:
55
Blackfoot River Outfitters's Tip of the Week
1. Stuart Mill Bay opens July 1. 2. Start looking for calibaetis action to pick up. Nymphs and dries will fish all day. 3. Try running a chironomid under a leech pattern.
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5-Day Outlook as of 7/1/22
Weather looks great up there. A little chance of rain and some clouds tend to turn things on up there, if the wind cooperates. Our Philipsburg location, Flint Creek Outdoors, is open 7 days a week, 7:30a-5p. Stop in and talk to Josh for up-to-date information.
Techniques & Tips as of 7/1/22
Double nymph rig, single dry fly
Local Species Available Check FWP regulations.
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Rainbow and Brook Trout
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Kokanee Salmon
Blackfoot River Outfitters's Recommended Fly Patterns
"Must-have" fly fishing patterns in descending order of importance:
Name: | Colors: | Size(s): |
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Calibaetis dry | N/A | 14-16 |
Chironomids | black & red, brown | 16-20 |
Streamer | Olive | 6-10 |
Calibaetis nymph | N/A | 14 |
Blackfoot River Outfitters's Recommended Gear
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Best Leader:
Super Strong Plus Leaders
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Best Tippet:
SuperStrong Plus Tippet in 30- and 100-meter spools
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Best Fly Fishing Rod:
5-Weight 9' Fly Rod
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Best Floating Fly Line:
WF Trout Fly Line
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Best Sinking Fly Line:
Class V Sink Tip Fly Line