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Respect the Redds

Respect the Redds

Posted by Nick Teynor on Oct 24th 2021

Fall is a special time to fish in the Intermountain west. The crowds of anglers are usually down, the fish are fat, the air is cool and crisp, and the fall foliage makes our mountains a beautiful place to spend the day in. The Fall season is also a time of reproduction, as our resident Brown Trout and Brook Trout begin their spawning ritual, and are focused on making the next generation of tr …
Dog Days and Haze: How to Fish Responsibly During a Drought

Dog Days and Haze: How to Fish Responsibly During a Drought

Posted by Nick Teynor on Jul 31st 2021

Unless you've been living under a rock for the past several months, we should all be aware that the whole Western U.S. is in the middle of a terrible drought. Escaping to the water to cool off and find a couple of fish is a great way to get some much needed reprieve from the heat, but we anglers need to be aware of what the heat means for our fish and fisheries. Conservation organizations and …
Pale Morning Dun

Pale Morning Dun

Posted by Spencer on Jul 7th 2021

While only part of a trout’s diet, mayflies tend to command the attention of large trout and fly anglers. Of all the mayfly species, Pale Morning Duns, commonly referred to as PMDs, are some of the most consistent and reliable aquatic insects that hatch throughout the summer season.  PMDs are synonymous with fly fishing in the west. They can be found emergi …
The Choice

The Choice

Posted by Nicole on Apr 26th 2021

Before the eat, and before the reel-in, before the smile, and before the release, comes: the choice. The choice may have been decided the moment before, or days in advance-it may have been from experience, advice, trial and error, or luck. But this choice is paramount. This choice is looped at the end of some tippet and locked tight with a knot. What fly are you going to choose, and why? &nbs …
BWO's 101

BWO's 101

Posted by by Steve Schmidt on Apr 12th 2021

It’s been a fantastic start to the year, and as our fingers thaw from fishing winter’s excellent midge hatches we find spring’s highly anticipated Blue Wing Olive (BWO) mayfly hatch upon us. To help you play the game of matching hatches, which we always look forward to, and make the most of this spring emergence I’ve encapsulated some of the characteristics of BWO’s to help you get more of your t …
Upcoming Spring Classes for 2021

Upcoming Spring Classes for 2021

Posted by Nick Teynor on Apr 2nd 2021

Hello all! The 2021 fishing season is here, and we at Western Rivers couldn't be happier. Since we are on the cusp of a new season, I thought that it would be a good idea to update you on what educational opportunities we are offering for this spring season. We offer classes for those who have never touched a fly rod before, to skill specific classes for those who are looking to sharpen their fish …

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