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Catch Magazine Issue EIGHT

Latest issue is still fresh, featuring work from Silver Creek guide Todd Kaplan. Take a look!
Be sure to also check out Todd's website:

http://toddkaplanphotographics.com/

Pebble Mine Updates

There have been some encouraging developments lately in the battle to stop the proposed Pebble Mine project in Alaska. Tiffany and Co. is leading the jewelry industry in a boycott of Pebble Mine gold, while mine opponents have released an advisory to the investors of mining partner Anglo American. Articles can be found here: Tiffany and Co. Pebble Mine boycott, Anglo American Investor Advisory .

BC Steelhead Trip

Take a look at recent Silver Creek Outfitters trip to the famed waters of British Columbia. BC Steelhead 2009

Go Steelhead Fishing!

It is prime time to get out and go steelhead fishing and Silver Creek Outfitters has everything you need, including tips from our steelhead guru Dave Faltings, to search for chrome this fall! The Pacific Northwest is experiencing a steelhead season to remember with record fish numbers throughout the region and may provide you with your best chance at catching your first steelhead, or getting the monkey off your back from previous poor run years. We carry a full line of Sage and Beulah spey/switch rods, Hardy, Abel and Lamson spey reels, as well as Simms, Arc'teryx and Cloudveil outerwear to keep you warm out there. The Big Boy B-runs are calling your name from the Clearwater and the eastern Oregon rivers are chalk full of silver bullets!

Wounded Warrior Camps

(AP Photo/Charlie Litchfield)

Silver Creek Outfitters recently finished our last week fishing with wounded Iraqi veterans through a program with Sun Valley Adaptive Sports. Throughout the course of summer 2009 Silver Creek Outfitters was honored to be involved in three "Wounded Warrior" camps, geared towards providing therapy through fly fishing. The camps were a life changing experience for everyone involved. Friends were made, stories were told and new fly fisherman were created. The Associated Press published a story on the camp which can be found here: "Veterans find healing on the water". Thank you to Sun Valley Adaptive Sports for involving us in your mission and for all the work you do to serve the wounded veterans of our country.

Yellowstone Cutthroat

Take a look at a recent Silver Creek Outfitters guide/employee trip to Slough Creek in Yellowstone National Park. The Yellowstone cutthroat trout found within this river system are extraordinarily beautiful and offer anglers incredible fishing. The trip requires a series of hikes if you wish to reach the "upper meadows", but with the extra effort one will be rewarded with a strain of pure, native Yellowstone cutthroat, isolated for centuries by a series of rapids and waterfalls. The water of Slough Creek resembles our local Silver Creek, slow and glassy, sight fishing is the name of the game and the slow takes of a 18 inch cutthroat are every dry fly fisherman's dream!

Fall Fishing Report

"September 24th, 2009

September Sunshine and Excellent Angling

by Bryant Dunn

Synopsis

September continues to offer spectacular weather and excellent fishing. Currently, the Big Wood River is fishing very well as Tricos and Baetis make their concurrent appearance. Red Quills are also entering the picture as the sun warms the river system in the afternoons. Silver Creek is fishing nicely as the Callibaetis make their midday presence in significant numbers and the approach of the Mahogany Dun nears. The Big Lost River is on fire with an abundance of Tricos bouncing in the mornings and larger terrestrials present in the afternoons. The South Fork of the Boise is now flowing at 300cfs which lends itself to productive walk and wade angling. The Salmon River continues to fish exceedingly well with terrestrial/dropper rigs and double nymph setups. If fishing is your top autumn priority, now is the time to take advantage of the fine fishing before winter moves in and slows the productivity significantly." Read more.

Catch Magazine release

Another phenomenal issue of Catch Magazine is here! Be sure to find the Middle Fork of the Salmon footage...

Steelhead are Running!

kind of a big deal from ryan peterson on Vimeo.

Taking a steelhead on the dry is the dream of many fly fishers, and watching this footage only amplifies that desire. Ryan Peterson's filming on the North Umpqua is incredible and will get any steelheader's heart racing. Record numbers of steelhead are ascending the Columbia and its tributaries, get out there and put in your time, this year could be your year!

The Fall

Big browns, golden cottonwood stands, crisp mountain air, bugling elk, hungry rainbows, and did I say big brown trout? Fall is nearly upon us and so is some of the best fishing of the year. With healthy water levels and very mild temperatures this summer, our rivers are prime for incredible fishing through the fall months. If you haven't fished with us in the fall before there is no better time than now to book a trip for a great new angling experience. Give us a call: 800.732.5687 or 208.726.5282. Photos by John McLaughlin

Late August Fishing Report

"August 20th, 2009

The Calm Before the Fall

by Bryant Dunn

Synopsis

As we head toward September, the regional fishing continues to be very good. Caddis and a variety of mayflies are present on the Big Wood in relatively strong numbers, the Trico spinner fall and associated insect activity highlights the action on Silver Creek and the Big Lost River level has continued to drop. Those who travel “over the hill” are finding fantastic fishing up in the alpine and the high mountain lakes, which remain as great respites from the sometimes crowded waters of the meandering river basins. All in all, it is an excellent time to be fly fishing in the central Rockies." Finish reading the report here.

Beulah and Scott Rods

Silver Creek Outfitters is proud to add Beulah and Scott fly rods to our shop inventory this summer. Beulah spey and switch rods are some of the more beautiful and well designed two-hand rods on the market, while still being affordable. Scott fly rods offer a unique style and premium quality that have attracted many dedicated anglers. Come by and take a test drive today.

Fishing Report Update

"July 29th, 2009

Opportunity Awaits…

by Silver Creek Outfitters

Synopsis

With cooler than normal temperatures expected for the next week, valley anglers can expect to see fishing conditions improve on most of the local waterways. Tricos and Pink Alberts are in full swing and grasshoppers are very abundant this summer due to the tall streamside vegetation. Another byproduct of a wet spring is an abundant mosquito population, so wherever you go angling… make sure you’re protected." Fishing Report 7/29/09

Weekly Fishing Report 7/17

"July 17th, 2009

The Heat Is On

by Silver Creek Outfitters

Synopsis

With the majority of our rivers on fire right now, the toughest decision awaiting valley anglers is where to go have a great day of fishing. The valley temperatures are expected to rise over the next few days so expect the optimal fishing to move towards the mornings and evenings." Read more here.

Fishbite Media presents: "The Creek"

THE CREEK from bryan huskey on Vimeo.

Watch Guide Pete Wood work his magic on Silver Creek in Bryan Huskey's video clip "The Creek". Check out more sweet videos from Bryan Huskey on Vimeo or at http://fishbitemedia.com/

Take a look at our Flickr account!

Throughout the summer we will be uploading pictures from guide trips, store events and our own fishing adventures to Flickr. This way anyone and everyone can SEE the great fishing going on in the Sun Valley area. Check em out!

Weekly Fishing Report Update

"July 6th, 2009

Trout Rodeo

by Silver Creek Outfitters

Synopsis

With warmer temperature and less precipitation it is starting to look like most of our rivers are shaping up just in time for the big weekend. Freestone streams like the upper Big Lost and the Big Wood are just days away from safe fishing levels." Find out more here.

Check out Catch Magazine!

Found only online, Catch Magazine is an amazing fly fishing photo and film journal. Take some time and look through the photos and videos, they give you a serious itch to hit the water ASAP.

New Weekly Fishing Report Available

Check out the latest fishing report for our area:

"June 29th, 2009

Sunny Days

by Silver Creek Outfitters

Synopsis

For now, the rain has passed. The forecast calls for sun and mild weather for the foreseeable future and, as a result, most of our freestone streams should drop and clear. The recent change in weather has had some unpredictable effects on the local hatches. Last night, a few lucky anglers were able to catch a great Brown Drake hatch on Silver Creek! This is about three weeks late… but we’ve had a very unusual June, so we’ll take it." Read more here...

Brush up on your knots

Take a look at this great site and practice your knots for the upcoming season, because it is already here! http://www.netknots.com/html/fishing_knots.html

.....you don't want your blood knot to fail you when you are hooked up with a brown like this one, caught by Guide Brian Richter.

Start fishing the Big Wood!

This great weather we have been having, and should have been having weeks ago, has allowed the Big Wood river to finally start dropping. And while the fishing is picking up, the flows are not back to their summer averages in the area quite yet so be cautious. Keep an eye out for Green Drakes too!

Welcome to the Silver Creek Outfitters Blog!

Sunny summertime weather is finally here and it's time to get out and go fishing! Beginning this summer Silver Creek Outfitters will be keeping our guests up to date with all the daily happenings at the store and on the rivers through our first ever blog. Hopefully we can provide those who aren't currently casting a line in our local waters with a refreshing, daily fly fishing break...just a little something to hold you over until you can come back!