Monthly Archives: April 2010
Bighorn River Fishing Report
Current Report
Fishing is great! Both dry fly fishing and nymphing are good right now. A little slower on stripping streamers but not a bad bet if the wind is blowing hard.
Special Report
Fishing is excellent! The weather is constant
One-Week Fishing Forecast
The forecast for the next several days shows above normal temps – high 60’s to low 70’s with a small chance of precip.
Hot Fly Patterns
Midges patterns on top have really been working well the last week. Mostly Griffiths Gnat or midge Clusters sizes 14-18. Flashy Streamer patterns such as Bighorn Buggers, Pumpkin Buggers and Leech patterns in sizes 2-6. Also the usual Ray Charles (plain and soft hackle) in pink or gray (16-18), orange, tan, grey, or pink soft hackle sowbugs in (14 16 and 18) scuds in orange or pink (14-16). Egg patterns in Chartreuse or Orange (6-8).
River Flows
2,000 cfs
Water Temperature
42 degrees at 3 Mile 44 degrees at St. Xavier
Montana Fly Fishing in April on the Bighorn River
Off to a great start of the season! We had some fantastic fish caught. Looking forward to seeing you all again next year!
May Special on the Bighorn River
Book a May trip by April 15, 2010 and receive $200.00 per person off a 2 day, 3 night package. $300.00 off per person for a 3 day, 4 night package, $350.00 off for a 4 day, 5 night package. Call to book today. 866-258-3474 or email us at [email protected]. Hope to see you soon.
Dry Fly Fishing on the Bighorn River
P2140386 Click on the link to watch a dry fly fishing video on the Bighorn.
Click the link entitled “Bill & Brown Trout” to watch a video of a beautiful brown!
Click on link to watch very short video of a huge brown on the Bighorn.
After a day on the Bighorn River
John Shirley ( manager, guide) Dori Brown, Rebecca Shirley (manager) Travis Brown. Having cocktails before a fabulous dinner.
Exceptional Experience at Eagle Nest Lodge
I had an exceptional experience at Eagle Nest – John and Becca were wonderful hosts; the staff at the lodge were exceptional; the food was great; and our guide David was very knowledgeable, patient, and hard-working. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience! All the meals were great. The dinners were phenomenal. The breakfasts were hearty and exactly to order. The lunches on the river hit the spot. This was my first fishing trip of this type and it completely exceeded my expectations in that the lodge was impeccable and the hosts and staff were so friendly and customer-centric. Hell, even the dogs were great! Honestly, I’m not sure I’d have any suggestions for improvements. It was all to my satisfaction. ——Justin J. Texas