6 Months of October

Fall Fun

Our friend Jake Hood once said, 6 months of October would be his ideal situation if he could wish for more of one season. As much as I love spring, I think I would have to agree, fall is pretty special. Lots of happy anglers rolling through the shop heading out to enjoy the fall fishing around the region and beyond. The current forecast should make for some pretty comfortable outings, hopefully you can make it to the water soon.

Pretty much everywhere is fishing right now so there isn't anything to worry about if you are looking to hit your favorite waterway. NF Coeur d'Alene, St. Joe River, Clark Fork, Spokane River, Kootenai River, Kelly Creek... yes, yes, yes, yes, yes, and YES! Literally, GO FISHING! Like usual this time of the year pack your October caddis, mahogany duns, bwo's, fall caddis, and a few terrestrials. Streamer and nymphing of course make up the morning hours, if not the whole day if you would like!

Bo, Kenyon, Jesse, and I all have been out steelheading on the Grande Ronde. The fish are in, with more on the way. It's early and a little spotty, but getting more consistent now. A few others seem to be out on the steelhead rivers, but it doesn't feel that busy really. All tactics have worked, but really it's nymphing that catches the most if you are looking to get hooked up more.

I don't know what else to tell you to inspire you to get out... it's up to you to GO!

Shop News

Lots of fall gear arriving lately... so much that Mike has been overwhelmed trying to find space where to put it!

New to the shop...

• Skwala - Waders and Jackets have arrived!
• Scott - Wave fly rods have arrived! More Here
• Hareline - A BIG RESTOCK... lots of new gizmos and materials. Will highlight in a separate post.
• Patagonia - Fall apparel. Still in boxes, hitting the racks.
• Simms - Fall apparel. Jackets, flannels, women's rainwear, women's fleece, Freestone nippers, and more!

Guiding

We kicked off our steelhead guiding late September, Kenyon reporting some nice steelhead and trips averaging a few fish per day with a couple quieter days early on. Jesse have been handling the Spokane River trips which have been excellent. Some dry fly action, but really good dropper or nymph action. Bigger fish have been on the prowl. Our Idaho guide Bill said the St. Joe River has been incredible this fall. Anywhere you go now slower currents will be more productive, however, in the case of the Spokane River our guides have said some fish are still hanging in summertime style water. Call shop Guide Manager Bo Brand 509-924-9998 to get on the schedule this fall.