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Dec 12 2018
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Silver Creek Outfitters | fly Fishing | Ketchum Idaho

Fly Fishing Forecast
December 12 – 26

By Fishing Forecast
“You can't be unhappy in the middle of a big, beautiful river.” ~ Jim Harrison While December is a magical and serene time to be in the middle of a river fly fishing, if you are freezing, it is difficult to enjoy the moment. A successful winter fly fishing outing begins with preparation and planning. To begin with, there is…
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May 25 2018
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Know Your Guides: Ed Northern

By The Hatch
With only a flashlight to guide them, Ed and his friend paddled through the dark waters of the early morning. Their boat was loaded with rods, worms and the day’s snacks. They were to spend the day angling for trout, and they could not wait to see what was in store. Ed created several more fishing memories as he grew…
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May 03 2018
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Know Your Guide

Know Your Guide: Amanda Bauman

By The Hatch
From Amanda’s first catch, to her most recent river trip, her fascination and knowledge for fly fishing has grown stronger over the past nine years. As a native Idahoan, she understands how unique the state is in its magnitude of outdoor offerings. The lifestyle offered here allows her to connect with the water year-round. When the rivers close for spawning,…
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Apr 26 2018
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Know Your Guide

Know Your Guide: Gene Steiner

By The Hatch
At the age of 10, Gene held his first rod and tied his first fly. He was inspired by his first big catch - the goldfish in his parent’s fishpond. Since then, his appreciation for the sport developed into a seasonal hobby that he loves to share with his son, family and friends. Growing up in northern California influenced his…
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Apr 20 2018
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Know Your Guide: Greg Loomis

Know Your Guide: Greg Loomis

By The Hatch
Greg recalls the catch like it was yesterday. He tied his fly and released it into a body of water more shallow and narrow than Trail Creek in the Wood River Valley. The tug came quickly, and 9-year-old Greg grew overwhelmed with pride as he reeled in his first 20-pound Steelhead on the end of his Pencil Popper. Since that initial great…
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Jan 10 2018
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Fishing Forecast 1/10 – 1/24

By Fishing Forecast
"A warm January, a cold May." -- Welsh Proverb To date, January has been warm, and what May will yield has yet to be seen. While proverbs portend general truths based on common experience, the weather has been everything but common of late. Another proverbial truth: the only certainty in forecasts is that they are uncertain. With the Big Wood…
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Dec 27 2017
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Fishing Forecast 12/27 – 1/1

By Fishing Forecast
"Resolve to perform what you ought; perform without fail what you resolve." -- Benjamin Franklin Make a resolution you can keep this new year. Resolve yourself to spend more time fly fishing with family, friends, or on your own. There is no better way to make memories for a lifetime. Start this resolution off by coming down to the shop…
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Nov 29 2017
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Fishing Forecast 11/29 – 12/13

By Fishing Forecast
"Forecasters at NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center released the U.S. Winter Outlook... with La Niña potentially emerging for the second year in a row as the biggest wildcard in how this year’s winter will shape up.” -- NOAA Website This is the time of year we pensively wait for significant snow to fill the mountains. The forecast is promising. La Niña…
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Nov 15 2017
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Fly Fishing Forecast 11/15 – 11/29

By Fishing Forecast
"Cultivate the habit of being grateful for every good thing that comes to you, and to give thanks continuously. And because all things have contributed to your advancement, you should include all things in your gratitude.” -- Ralph Waldo Emerson Among those things that have contributed to your advancement include fly fishing, a tradition that brings you closer to family,…
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