Getting out on the river


by Brad Richey February 03, 2016

Madison River Outfitters Fly Fishing Guide Chris Daniel

Sneak Peak Winter Fly Fishing

You got a sneak peak of our recent river outtings in our last blog, but a sneak peak is never enough. 

Last week Chris, Jake, and Said hit the Upper Madison. A combination of indicator nymphing, Czech nymphing, and streamer fishing brought them a lot of success. 

Rainbow trout in fly fishing net - Madison River

Winter Fly Fishing on the Madison River

 

That same day, Ash fly fished the Gallatin new Big Sky and was also successful.

 

Rainbow trout caught while fly fishing the Gallatin River

 

Underwater release of a rainbow trout in the Gallatin River caught while fly fishing

Rainbow trout caught on the Gallatin River while fly fishing with nymphs

 

Both the Madison and Gallatin have been fishing well, and it's only to get better as we come closer to March and April. If you haven't yet, it time to start thinking about making a trip to this area! 

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