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Clark Fork River with Finfetchers
What to Expect with a Finfetcher on the Clark Fork
Clark Fork River is fishable above and below its confluence with the Bitterroot and Blackfoot Rivers. Upstream the river is smaller, swifter and is a great option during the Salmon Fly hatch. Downstream of the Bitterroot, the water is big and wide. This water contains long, slow rip rap banks and endless riffles that drop off into deep holes. The first major hatch in the spring is the Sqwala Stone Fly coupled with the Gray Drake. Rainbows, Browns, and Cutthroats pod up tight to the bank eagerly sipping both species from the surface.
Entering into summer PMDs, Mahogany Duns, Baetis, Caddis, Tricos, and Hoppers complete the Clark Fork menu.
Rates
Full Day for up to 2 people: $425 (Aprox. 9 hours on the water and includes lunch)
Half Day for up to 2 people: $300 (Aprox. 5 hours on the water)
What to BringAn extremely over used statement in Montana, “If you don’t like the weather, wait a minute,” unfortunately it is spot on, so we’ll continue to use it. When planning a trip to Montana, whether in August or November, always packs for the elements.
Clark Fork River is fishable above and below its confluence with the Bitterroot and Blackfoot Rivers. Upstream the river is smaller, swifter and is a great option during the Salmon Fly hatch. Downstream of the Bitterroot, the water is big and wide. This water contains long, slow rip rap banks and endless riffles that drop off into deep holes. The first major hatch in the spring is the Sqwala Stone Fly coupled with the Gray Drake. Rainbows, Browns, and Cutthroats pod up tight to the bank eagerly sipping both species from the surface.
Entering into summer PMDs, Mahogany Duns, Baetis, Caddis, Tricos, and Hoppers complete the Clark Fork menu.
Rates
Full Day for up to 2 people: $425 (Aprox. 9 hours on the water and includes lunch)
Half Day for up to 2 people: $300 (Aprox. 5 hours on the water)
What to BringAn extremely over used statement in Montana, “If you don’t like the weather, wait a minute,” unfortunately it is spot on, so we’ll continue to use it. When planning a trip to Montana, whether in August or November, always packs for the elements.
- Breathable waders
- Wading boots
- Rain gear
- Polarized sunglasses
- Hat
- Sunscreen
- Wicking under layer (cotton kills…pack poly pro. Or wool blend for an under layer.)
- Windproof shell
- Warm socks (avoid cotton during spring and fall months)
- Wading sandals(summer)
- Stocking cap,
- Wool/fleece gloves
- Wading Sandals
Book a Trip on the Missouri River with Finfetchers
Owner/Outfitter: Brian Nielson
Montana Licensed Outfitter #5306
1928 Cherry Drive
Great Falls, MT 59404
406-240-3715
Or Contact Big R Fly Shop
samw@csww.net
(406) 761-7441
