Fishing Report
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Flow:
299 CFS
Clarity:
Great
Recommended Patterns:
Terrestrials, PMDs, Yellow Sallys, Rubber Legs, Zebra Midges, Pheasant Tails, Lightning Bugs.
Fishing Conditions:
While the Lost is certainly still a bit more pushy than our other local waters, there is plenty of good fishing up there. There are plenty of bugs hatching throughout the day, and fish are keying in on them. Nymphing has also been a good tactic on the Lost, especially for those picky cutthroat.
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Flow:
452 CFS
Clarity:
Good
Recommended Fly Patterns:
Chubby Chernobyl, Rubber Legs, Zebra Midge, Worms, Streamers.
Fishing Conditions:
Fishing below Mackay Reservoir this time of year is tricky. With very high flows wading is extremely dangerous and fish can be hard to find. Indicator rigs fished heavy and deep will work best.
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Flow:
Ketchum: 90.9 CFS Hailey: 261 CFS
Clarity:
Excellent
Recommended Patterns:
Terrestrials, Adams, PMDs, Rubber Legs, Zebra Midges, Lightning Bugs, Bishops Dynamite, Copper Johns.
Fishing Conditions:
The local fishing on the Bigwood has been excellent. While the river is still a tad high, clarity is good and the fish are biting. There are plenty of PMDs hatching around midday, and caddis are hatching in the evening. Additionally, you may run into some stoneflies throughout the day. Dry drop rigs have also been very productive throughout the day. Stop in our shop to get the best bugs and advice for your next adventure on the water.
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Flow:
200 CFS
Clarity:
Good
Recommended Fly Patterns:
Terrestrials, Rubber Legs, San Juan, Pheasant Tails, Streamers,
Fishing Conditions:
The Little Wood is a good option to get on some smaller water this time of year. Dry dropper rigs and small terrestrials will work well both above and below the reservoir.
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Flow:
113 CFS
Clarity:
Excellent
Recommended Fly Patterns:
Tricos, PMD’s, Callibaetis, Baetis, Ants, Small Streamers, Leeches, Zebra Midges, Soft Hackles, Pheasant Tails, Worms
Fishing Conditions:
The Creek has been fishing very well. There have been some good midday PMD, baetis and callibaetis hatches. Smaller terrestrials casted tight on the bank have been doing great as well. Avoid fishing in the afternoon, the water is getting very warm and dangerous for fish.
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Recommended Fly Patterns:
Adams, Streamers, Leeches
Fishing Conditions:
Magic reservoir has been fishing good as of late. For those who are bored of trout and want to get into some smallmouth and perch this is a great option. Leeches and small streamers will work best. High alpine lake fishing will also be good this time of year. Small dry flies such as Adams will work on these small lakes, as will leeches and streamers.
Bird Hunting Report
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With much excitement, the 2026 upland bird hunting season kicks off on August 30!
Chukar, Quail, Hungarian Partridge open until January 31st. Preserve Birds open until April 15. We offer a guided wild Chukar Hunt; additionally, we also offer guided pheasant preserve hunts with flush or pointing dogs. Call for details!
Here’s to a successful season of hunting here in Idaho. Enjoy the hunt, stay safe, and respect the land.
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Chukar
Quail
Huns
Pheasant
Collared Dove
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January 11-31 for wild birds, preserve hunts open until April 15th.
Cold in the morning, Ducks have been scarce.
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Success rates have been good! All of our trips have seen birds this year.
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12 or 20 gauge guns recommended. Comfortable waterproof hiking shoes and layered clothing. Make sure to wear some hunter orange!