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The Skwala Stonefly: The Star of Spring on the Bitterroot River
The Bitterroot River’s BWO hatch is peaking right now. Here’s exactly where to wade, what to tie on, and how long you have before runoff ends it.
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Missouri River Rainbows Are Peaking Right Now — Before Runoff Hits
Late March is your last clear-water shot at Missouri River rainbows. Here’s where to fish, what rigs are working, and how long you have left.
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Michigan Angler Got Jail for No License – Here’s How To Avoid This In Montana
A Michigan angler just got jail time for fishing without a license. Here’s what Montana’s penalties look like — and why FWP is watching right now.
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The Big Timber Pond Project: Why Montana Anglers Are Diving Into This Particular Permit Application
Montana’s FWP seeks public comments on the Big Timber Ranch Private Ponds License proposal, focusing on its environmental impact and water management before the March 30, 2026 deadline.
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Pre-Runoff Nymphing: 5 Rivers Still Fishing Before Montana Blows Out
Flows are spiking fast across Western Montana. Here’s which rivers still have fishable nymphing conditions this week — and exactly what to throw.
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Your First Yellowstone Cutthroat: Waters, Timing, and Flies Before Runoff
The pre-runoff window is closing fast in mid-March 2026. Here’s exactly where, when, and how to catch your first Yellowstone cutthroat on the fly.
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Bitterroot Up 55%, Big Hole Surging: Nymph These Montana Rivers This Week
Flows are rising fast. Here’s which Montana rivers still have fishable nymph water this week — and when each one blows out.
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Stillwater Fly Fishing: Montana’s Best Move When Runoff Wins
Montana rivers are blowing out now. Here’s how to pivot to stillwater fly fishing at Canyon Ferry, Holter, and Hauser this spring.
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4-Weight vs 5-Weight: Which Trout Rod for Madison and Spring Creeks Right Now
Pre-runoff windows are open now. Here’s which rod weight actually performs on the Madison, Gallatin, and Montana’s spring creeks this time of year.
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Nymph Montana’s Best Rivers Now Before Spring Runoff Blows Them Out
Mid-March is your last best window for nymphing Montana’s top trout rivers. Here’s how to rig up and fish smart before runoff blows it all out.
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Nymph Deep Now: Western Montana’s Pre-Runoff Window Is Closing Fast
Western Montana rivers are rising. You have days—maybe a week—to nymph big trout before runoff kills visibility. Here’s exactly how to fish it.
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