Reel Time Blog
September 8, 2017
MASTERING THE MOUSE RETRIEVE Looking to catch big fish? Maybe it’s time to use a big fly! Mouse-patterned retrieves are designed to resemble live mice and attract larger fish looking for a bigger meal! But it’s not just about casting the mouse and waiting – you need to have the mouse simulate what the real thing would look like in the water. It’s not just a fly – it’s a proven technique to catch yourself some big trout! The Mouse […]
August 10, 2017
Choosing the Right Fly Fishing Outfit When choosing a new fly fishing setup, today’s angler is faced with a multitude of options, and the choices are enough to make a neophyte’s head spin. This article will explain the most important factors to consider when looking at different rods, reels, and fly lines, as well as how to match them together to create an outfit that meets each angler’s specific needs. Understanding Fly Rod Length, Weight, Action, And Construction A fly […]
July 16, 2017
September/October to Remember!!!!!! 7.16.2017 The upcoming September/October to remember might be a once in a lifetime opportunity, as a lot of the old timers are telling me. This season we have been experiencing the 200-300 year flood from the massive snowpacks. What does this mean? It means the necessary ingredients are in place for a September/October to remember; these ingredients are cool water temps, abundant dissolved oxygen, lots of bugs, both wet and dry and plenty of flows and supply, […]
June 16, 2017
Riverside Camping vs Hotel Stays 6.17.2017 As our main season is right around the corner I wanted to compare our riverside camping vs hotel stays. The hotels and motels are very full and expensive in and around Jackson Hole this season, just adding to the crowds. Here in Pinedale the hotels are much more reasonable, but are getting much harder to book as the oil and gas companies are gearing up for another boom. Our camp is a incredible option! Not […]
May 26, 2017
Dealing with Summer Traffic in Jackson 5/26/2017 There is no doubt that dealing with summer traffic in Jackson and Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks has reached the maximum point of saturation. Given the record number of tourists, a strong economy and the natural beauty, there is no question the Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks are incredible, beautiful and special places. When you’re traveling through please keep your eyes peeled on the road and if you want to take in […]