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May 11, 2021 1 min read
3760 CFS @ Holter - The Missouri River flows have been holding pretty steady recently, which means good things for the fishing. While the water is considered a bit low, anglers have been picking up fish on nymphs consistently. Focus on BWOs, midges, and even some March browns. On overcast days, the BWOs and midges can bring some heads to the surface. And don't forget to try streamers. This is a great time of year for landing big fish.
Recommended Flies:
JR's Conehead Streamer #6
K's Kreelex, Copper/Gold #6
Beadhead Czech Nymph, Pink #16
Two-Bit Hooker, Pink #16
Batwing Emerger, BWO #18
Last Chance Cripple, BWO #18
June 13, 2021 1 min read
3690 CFS @ Holter - It's PMD time up on the Missouri, and we're ready for it. The bugs are out in great numbers, and fish will be keying in on those PMD emergers and cripples. Be sure to have a good selection of different patterns and sizes, as experimenting with what's working can lead to more fish. And, as always, make your first presentation count. These dry-fly fish don't reward sloppy casting or poor presentations.
Recommended Flies:
Bifocal Emerger, PMD #16
Film Critic PMD #16
Last Chance Cripple, PMD #16
TB Split Case PMD #16
TB UV Sowbug, Pink #14
June 07, 2021 1 min read
3370 CFS @ Holter - The Mighty Mo is a great option right now. The flows have remained relatively stable, although low, and the fishing has been quite steady. PMDs have started hatching in small numbers, but the PMD nymphs have been getting crushed sub-surface. Dry-fly action is sporadic, but will be picking up in the near future.
Recommended Flies:
Cotton Candy Pink #12
Yum Yum Pink #16
Firebead Sowbug Grey #16
EZ Caddis Tan #16
Splitcase PMD #16
June 01, 2021 1 min read
3730 CFS @ Holter - The Dearborn's recent blowout pushed a bunch of mud into the river below the confluence. Fishing from the dam down to Mid Canon has been best, with most of the fish coming on nymphs. Worms and sowbugs have been productive, along with PMD and BWO nymphs. There hasn't been too much dry-fly action, but streamers have been, and continue to be, a good option this time of year.
Recommended Flies:
Cotton Candy Pink #12
Yum Yum Pink #16
Firebead Sowbug Grey #16
EZ Caddis Tan #16
Splitcase PMD #16