The Crowsnest:

We’re back on the tiny fly grind! It’s mostly BWO’s and Midge hatching these days, which can make for some picky eaters. Keep your dries tiny and your tippet light if you want to target the fish on top water. Small Baetis and Midge patterns work great on the Crow if you are nymphing during the daytime, and there should be some Water Boatman scooting around in the shallows as well. With the growing Brown Trout population in the Crow keep an eye out for spawning fish in the open and clear patches of gravel and give them lots of space. Good luck if you head down this weekend!

The Oldman:

The hatches in the western streams are starting to dwindle with the colder nighttime temps. It sounds like fishing small BWO and Rusty Spinner patterns were working the best for top water action. You can still get some terrestrial action as well, but you are going to want to target the top water later in the day when the water warms up and the fish become more active. Nymphing small Baetis patterns and worms will normally work in the daytime if they aren’t looking up. I would also have some big streamers on me as the Bull Trout should be wrapping up any day now and they are going to be hungry and looking to bulk up before winter hits! If you head down this weekend, enjoy the great weather and good luck!

Safety Considerations:

• Bears are out in full force, keep an eye out for berry patches, and they can find there way down to the water in the heat of the day. 
• Stay hydrated in this heat, the cramps and headaches can sneak up on you pretty quick.