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The Tackle Shop March Fly Fishing Newsletter

 Website   About    Guided Fishing      Blog       Fishing Reports       Contact       Shop  Dear Friends,   Montana is in a battle between the heavy hand of winter and the more mild weather of spring.  March in Montana can be like that.  One day you are in short sleeves and the following you are in a puffy coat.  Recently, robins, sandhill cra...

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Spring on the Madison River Guide Trip Special

If winter feels like it has been extra long this year and your itching to get out on the Madison River with rod in hand now is your time.  If your someone who craves the first warmth of spring, hungry fish and an uncrowded river our Spring on the Madison Guide Trip Special is for you. A full day float for two people with one of your favorite Tackle Shop guides, a hot lunch and all the hungry fish you can handle for a half day price of $400.  We aspire to share Montana with others and this i...

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A little February weather change

It's a little cold and snowy on Main street this morning. Can't believe it was almost 50 degrees yesterday. Warmer temps will return early next week. There is still time to get out and make use of your 2017 license (Good Till February 28th).

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Great day for a float

You can Fish the Madison in February? February 1st and boat ramps are accessible and the weather is nice. Time to fish!!

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Madison River This Morning

Beautiful sunrise over the Madison this morning. River had a little slush but not bad and All boat ramps from Varney to Town remain accessible

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Our Christmas in Montana December Fly Fishing Newsletter

From: The Tackle Shop--Ennis, Montana <info@thetackleshop.com> Subject: Christmas in Montana Preheader: All the News from the Madison River in Ennis Montana Reply: info@thetackleshop.com Having trouble viewing this email? Click here  Website   About    Guided Fishing      Blog       Fishing Reports       Contact       Shop  ...

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Felt or Rubber for Winter Fishing

A couple of day ago I piled into a fishing rig with friends Bill and Aj . We were heading out to do some winter fishing on the upper Madison. Winter fishing can bring on its own set of problems and as we neared our destination the snow started to fall with more frequency and the thermometer read 19 degrees. The conversation quickly turned from fishing strategies to how crazy winter anglers must be. As the conversation continued someone mentioned " well its not that bad if you dress for it." N...

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5 Stocking Stuffers For The Angler On Your Christmas List

Shopping for the angler on your list can be tricky. Here are 5 ideas to fill their stockings with holiday cheer. 1. Suncloud Sunglasses Whether they are driving down the road or standing in a drift boat looking for rising fish, sunglasses are a must for an angler. ($49.99) 2. Orvis Encounter Waders Waders are an important accessory to the Angler and leaky waders make for a unpleasant time. So keep your angler warm and dry with a new pair of these. ($169.00) 3. Fishpond Thunderhead Sling Pa...

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