Montana Guides Christmas List with Guide Zach Williams
Zach is a new guide for both the store and in Montana. He attended guide school last year and worked the entire 24 season as a fly shop employee. Like many guiding was his driving passion in the industry. He made the move to guide this past summer and still worked part time in the store. He is a rising star in our guide world and reviews from guests this season were awesome. He is a southern boy and hates the cold. So, in the winter he heads back down south to the warm weather. He is ...
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Montana Guides Christmas List with Guide Nate Lacombe
Nate has been guiding for us for the past few years. If you were in the store prior to that he spent a season as a full time fly shop employee before his interests changed to guiding. Nate is a awesome fisherman and guide. Originally from the east coast he left college during COVID to live the trout bum lifestyle and never looked back. In the winter Nate works for Big Sky Resort in the terrain park. When he is not shredding on the mountain he is on the river fishing. Literally every da...
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Montana Guides Christmas List with Guide James “Jim Bob” Terry
Long time Montana and Tackle Shop fly fishing guide Jim Bob Terry is a cornerstone to our guide team. He has been with us for many years and has proven himself on the river and and with guests. His Southern Boy relaxed style and ability to put people on fish make him a favorite. With as many days on the water as Jim Bob has some strong opinions form on what gear is worth it and what is not. This Christmas he is looking for a few things that will help out his winter pursuit. He is spend...
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Montana Guides Christmas List with Guide Wes Peterson
Our Montana Fly fishing guides love their gear. With them being on the water over 120 days a year the obsession with good gear is part of their job. Most are just wrapping up their season and the thoughts are of what should be on the list to upgrade for next season. Christmas is the perfect time to pick out the items to fill holes and get ready for next year. Our Montana Fly fishing guide Wes Peterson has been guiding in Montana for almost 20 years. Raising a family in Montana and g...
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Distinctly Montana Magazine Best of Montana Award
We are humbled to be chosen by Distinctly Montana Magazine for the Best Fly Shop and Best Fly Fishing Outfitter for Montana. This is a huge award as there are many great shops and outfitters all over this state. While we are humbled to get this, it shows our focused dedication to customer experience. Thank you to all the great folks that voted for us. ...
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Montana Guides Christmas List with Guide James Ligon
As our guides wind down from the busy fishing season on the Madison their thoughts turn to Christmas and what gear they really want under the tree. These guys spend countless days on the water all over Montana each year and the choice in gear is not just for looks but for functionality. What they are looking to add to their kit for Christmas you can bet is guide tested and works. A veteran guide James Ligon has been guiding in Montana the last 5 years. He spends well over 100 days a ...
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September & October Weather Forecast for Ennis, Montana
Fall in Ennis, Montana is a season of transition. Crisp mornings, golden cottonwoods along the Madison River, and the first hints of snow make September and October a special time for both locals and visiting anglers. If you’re planning a trip to Ennis this fall, here’s what the weather looks like and how to prepare. 🌡️ Temperature Trends for Fall 2025 September starts out relatively mild, with average highs in the low 70s °F and lows in the upper 30s °F. By October, hig...
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Seasonal Tip: Spring Streamer Tactics
asked in the fly shop every day. Are they here yet? The short answer is yes you can get some good salmon fly fishing on the Madison River. The bulk of the hatch has not gotten going as of yet. There are bugs scattered mostly lower river below varney. The fish are looking at the adults some what. Keep with it. You will find one. They are not rising in every run or every bank but if you stay with it right now it will produce. We like the sm...
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Guide Spotlight: Wes Peterson
With 17 years guiding Montana's waters, Wes combines technical expertise with the patience that comes from raising five kids. His calm demeanor and fish-finding abilities make him one of our most requested guides. ...
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Wildlife and Water: The Beauty of Fly Fishing Ennis, MT in August and September
Late summer is one of the most spectacular times to experience Ennis fly fishing. The Madison River flows clear and cool through the heart of the valley, while the golden hues of early fall start creeping into the cottonwoods and willows along the banks. But it’s not just the fishing that makes August and September special—it's the wildlife, the wide-open skies, and the slower, quieter pace of the shoulder season. If you’re looking for a fly fishing trip that blends Montana fly ...
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