Fishing Report
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Flow:
701 CFS
Clarity:
Okay
Recommended Patterns:
Terrestrials, Rubber Legs, Zebra Midges, Pheasant Tails, Lightning Bugs.
Fishing Conditions:
The Upper Lost drainage got much more snow than any of our other rivers; subsequently the fishing activity is going to be a few more weeks out than everything else. There are still fish to be caught, dry drop and indicator rigs will work best.
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Flow:
500 CFS
Clarity:
Okay
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: 230 CFS Hailey: 699 CFS
Clarity:
Okay.
Recommended Patterns:
Terrestrials, Adams, Rubber Legs, Zebra Midges, Lightning Bugs, Bishops Dynamite, Copper Johns.
Fishing Conditions:
While the Wood is high, the flows have been dropping fast and the river is starting to shape up. Dry dropper and indicator rigs have been working well. If you can find some softer water you may see some surface activity; a small mayfly pattern should do the job. Covering lost of water to fins some slower sections is recommended.
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Flow:
180 CFS
Clarity:
Good
Recommended Fly Patterns:
Terrestrials, Rubber Legs, San Juan, Zebra Midges, 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:
98.3 CFS
Clarity:
Excellent
Recommended Fly Patterns:
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 and callibaetis hatches and smaller terrestrials casted tight on the bank have been doing great as well. While our freestone rivers are still high this is a great option to get out on the water!
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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!