Aug 2, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
A Montana Outfitter’s 3 Must-Have Flies — And Why They Work on Our Rivers
A working Montana outfitter breaks down the 3 flies he never leaves home without — and the reasoning holds up on the Bighorn, Missouri, and beyond.
Jul 31, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Hopper Season Peaks Now on the Madison, Big Hole, and Bitterroot
Hopper season is peaking on Montana’s best rivers right now. Here’s where to go, what to tie on, and how to fish before hoot owl windows close.
Jul 30, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
His Guide Refused to Name the River — The Dry Fly Fishing Was Insane
A secret northwestern Montana river, a guide who wouldn’t talk, and spring dry fly action that’ll make you want to cancel your weekend plans.
Jul 5, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Salmonfly Season on the Missouri River Means Dry Fly Chaos
Giant salmonflies on the Missouri River mean big wild trout eating on top. Here’s why this hatch is Montana fly fishing at its absolute best.
Jul 1, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Small Stream Dry Fly Magic: PMDs, Sallies, and Green Drakes Are Popping in Montana
PMDs, Sallies, and Green Drakes are hatching on a Montana small stream — and the dry fly action is exactly what summer fishing dreams are made of.
Jun 20, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Yellowstone Green Drake Hatch Peaks Now: Tactics for Late June
The Yellowstone green drake hatch is peaking right now. Here’s your tactical guide to timing, flies, and the best stretches from Gardiner to Livingston.
Mar 12, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Why the Double Dry Fly Rig Outfishes Modern Setups on Montana Streams
Discover why Montana's forgotten double dry fly rig catches selective trout when modern setups fail. Learn this elegant technique for summer hatches.