VOL. 14 · NO. 25 June 17, 2026 · Bozeman, MT LIVE · 6 RIVERS TRACKED · TOURNAMENTS THIS WEEK
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Best Flies for Missouri River Winter Fishing

According to a report by The River’s Edge on February 2nd, Holter is cruising at 3560 CFS, and honestly, the Mo has been playing nice. Winter fishing has been solid, with nymphing and swinging streamers doing most of the heavy lifting. If you are not running sow bugs and classic tailwater snacks, you are probably…

According to a report by The River’s Edge on February 2nd, Holter is cruising at 3560 CFS, and honestly, the Mo has been playing nice. Winter fishing has been solid, with nymphing and swinging streamers doing most of the heavy lifting. If you are not running sow bugs and classic tailwater snacks, you are probably working harder than you need to.

Spring is starting to flirt with us too, so keep one eye on your line and the other on the water—midges are popping on the right days, and they are worth paying attention to.

Go-To Flies (aka: the ones that actually get it done):

  • BH San Juan Worm – Red #10
  • TB Firebead Sow Bug #16
  • Zonker – White #6
  • Art Sparkle Minnow #4
  • Sexy Walt’s Worm #14

Tie ’em on, trust the process, and enjoy the fact that winter fishing is pretty good right now.


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