Jackson Hole Tributaries Report

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Flat Creek has been fishing well for that fisherman that understands the complexities of fishing the Refugee. The PMD activity has been great and during the right time of day a lot of fish have been keying in on them. I would make sure to have different profile PMD patterns. However, a lot of the time the picky fish can be tempted by a small terrestrial pattern. I would have different types of ants and beetles to go with a few hopper patterns. A few hopper patterns you might want to fish include the Henry’s Fork hopper as well as the Stalcup hopper. Both of these hoppers seem to work well in technical rivers like Flat Creek and the Ranch section in Island Park. Also remember to be cautious of other fisherman on the refugee, because it is very easy to spook certain fish. One thing we constantly remind fisherman venturing out on the creek is to be patient. Because, when the patience finally pays off it is very rewarding. If you have any Flat Creek questions get in contact with us here at the shop. Good Fishing Matt Elliott more...

Its almost august and the gros ventre drainage is fishing superb. Some of those bigger fish in the GV are probably on their way back to the snake from spawning, so now is a great time to get out there and go fishing. The water levels on the upper part of the river are ideal for dry fly fishing. Matching the hatch, along with an assortment of small to medium sized attractor patterns are working great. Keep an eye out for some thick caddis hatches on the upper and lower sections. On the lower sections, nymphs and streamers continue to work extremely well in the deeper runs and pools. Big attractors will also produce results, and when the time is right caddis can be a great bet. If you have any questions on where to go or what flies to use, give us a call at 307-733-6483, or come by our shop on the village road. “A bad day's fishing is better than a good day at work” Nick Evon ... more...

The Gros Ventre is clearing but it is still just a touch high and fast.  There has been some dry fly action in the shallower riffles and side channels with #8 Chubby Chernobyls.  Your best bet is dropping a nymph or streamer in to the deeper slow pools.  The #8 Brown Rubberlegs and #4 JJ's Special have produced some nice cutthroat lately.  There are still some big post spawn fish in the river right now and for the next 10 days or so.  Get there and fish it before they dropback in to the Snake! Good Fishing!  Jason "JB" Baloghmore...

As we’ve mentioned on the radio, the hoback is an excellent place to check out after work. The highway offers a plethora of great access to the river, and the drive is not too far from town. In the evening, the primary hatch you will usually see is caddis. Bring a couple shades and a couple sizes of maybe 14 and 16 of your favorite pattern. The X-caddis is a great fly to pick up if you don’t already have some. The X-Caddis represents a crippled caddis, an adult that has not successfully emerged from the pupal case. Trout know that the cripples aren't going anywhere, so they focus on them, making them a deadly selection. Lots of attractors have been working great as well, like our golden carnage attractor. I personally like to use big foam bugs with nymphs dropped fairly deep off the back. Nymphs that have been working include, copper johns, pheasant tails and prince nymphs. If you have any questions on where to go or what flies to use, give us a call at 307-733-6483, or come by our shop on the village road. “A bad day's fishing is better than a good day at work” Nick Evon... more...

The Hoback River is fishing very well and is extremely clear. Salmon Flies and Golden Stones have seemed to be the ticket, but that’s definitely not all they are eating. A variety of sizes in Parachute Adams or a smaller Fat Albert might be something to drop behind a salmon fly or golden stone pattern. Another good idea might be to have some streamers to throw in those deeper pools to try to catch some of the larger fish. JJ Specials, Tequillys, and Cone Head Sculpins are some great streamers for the Hoback. Most of the fish have been in the 10 inch range, but we have pulled out a few 14-19 inch fish so far this season. Now is the time to get out there if you like throwing big dries! Come stop by the shop and we will set you up with everything you need for a great day on the Hoback. And as always, feel free to call (307-733-6483) or email (info@westbank.com) us with any other questions you might have. I hope everyone gets a chance to get out there and rip some lips! Hunter Heumannmore...