Another Day in Paradise...

Doc McGrath with Dam Bow
photo Mark Raisler

Jackson Rock Panorama @ Dusk
photo Mark Raisler

All is well on the river. Waiting for the Baetis so we can toss some dries.


"Let the purist rejoice in the fly
that he dries,
And look down on my practice
with hauteur,
But for me the surprise
Of the flash of the rise,
The rosy-brown wink under water."

G.E.M. Skues

Love Doubles...

Here are the McGrath Boys with a Brown-Rainbow double at the Wolf Creek Bridge. Nice lunch break in the shade after a another double.

Late summer here in Craig. 90F today. Wow. When will it come...the fall weather. Bring it on. Late Baetis? Fishing into November...yes indeed.

Most afternoons there are fish eatin Psuedo's on top. Tough, and I do not fish to them. Some fella's do. I hope they are hooking a few.

Fall...calm, overcast, 45F, and the Tricaudatus...my dream.

Nymph of the Week: Any Zebra @ the Dam

Dry Fly of the Week: You tell me Bra/Bro

Capt Carp Dead Song of the Week: He hates Wide Spread Panic too.

Vehicle of the Week: All our rigs are shot. SOL Suburban front end wient shitty. Scumliner hit a Deer. Shuttle rig shit the bed. Please send money for repairs. Thanks.

Nature-O-Pathy

Guest before therapy @ Headhunters Guide Service
photo Mark Raisler

Naturopathy
Variant: also na·ture·op·a·thy /"nA-ch&-'räp-&-thE/
Function:noun
Inflected Form: plural -thies
: a system of treatment of disease that avoids drugs and surgery and emphasizes the use of natural agents (as air, water, andsunshine) and physical means (as manipulation and electrical treatment) —na·tu·ro·path·ic also na·ture·o·path·ic /"nA-ch&-r&-'path-ik, n&-"t(y)ur-&-/ adjective



Naturopathy
Secondary def: Angling on the Missouri River

You get the picture 'eh.

Do you feel like this fella above? Do you need a trip to the Mo this fall? Have you been overpaying your shrink for um-teen years? Do you deserve and/or fantasize about fighting jumping bastard Brown trout until your arm hurts? Does this sound like you?

Craig Bridge, new school, looking Nth - 9/22 first full day of fall
photo Mark Raisler

Try the real life ANTIDOTE. Headhunters Fly Shop and Guide Service can guide you down a path of healing; long quiet fish filled days along with raucous and riotous evenings @ Joe's Bar/Izaak's hitting on the hoards of single, hot, fish bum chicks.

Well then...What are you waiting for?!#*

Get off that couch, tell your boss to shove it, or steal your mom's mini-van. Save yourself from another un-event filled day!!

Give us a call on our
Toll Free Number TODAY!!

877/DRY-FLYS and speak with an operator standing by.

photo Mark Raisler
Outstanding Brown caught and landed by guest pictured above. He is temporarily cured. He will need many more follow up sessions with the fabulous and unmatched guide staff @ Headhunters Fly Shop & Guide Service located in the Central Business District of Craig Montana.


This just in...Headhunters Fly Shop voted Craig's Central Business District
"FLY SHOP of the YEAR"

Well....really

Scumliner edited this photo.

Squeeky Oar Lock shot another errant photo.

This photo is the result...standard

Direct correlation to the success of Headhunters Fly Shop & Guide Service.

Madness, Mayhem, a boat load of bullshit.


Thanks to all Headhunters customers this fabulous year of 2009...Thanks.

Twice as Nice

Second Blog of the day...

Was on the property moving sprinklers around ...and snapped a couple shots.

Some sort of purple flower with a bee on it. Had to take the shot.

This is the softer side of SOL.

I think I am getting a little too soft.

Like the soggy rods I fish.

Maybe it's time for a new birth.

The beauty of fishing is that it can be all things to all anglers. Fishing is exactly what you make it. It can be relaxing and relatively inexpensive pastime, hearkening back to the simple pleasures of days of old. Or it can be a massive obsession that demands frequent injections of new tackle, high-tech gadgets, books, and any other related paraphernalia.

from Wit & Wisdom of Fishing

Old Glass Fenwick of John McKittrick's...fished it all day...Nice!
photo Mark Raisler

Sprinklers...I like water of all types
photo Mark Raisler

Oxbow Bottom looking NE
photo Mark Raisler

Top Ten...

...reasons to visit the Missouri this Fall.

1. The Missouri River. Fly Fishing's #1 Amusement Park
2. Good for your soul
3. Cheaper than Knott's Berry Farm
4. America's Longest Drainage
5. Best Trout Town in the Tri-County Area
6. Friendly
7. 2 Bars, 3 Fly Shops, 44 people, 1 Billion Trout
8. Big Browns on Streamers
9. Baetis hatch that will make your jaw drop
10. Headhunters Guides need to eat in February

Outstanding Client Performance of the Week: All of them...they all listened...I like that

Outstanding Guide of the Week: Joel Silverman...just ask him

Next Big Hatch: Baetis

Dry Fly of the Week: Hmmm

Nymph of the Week: Bead Head Roaring Fork sz 14-18 Green

Item of the Week: Ben Bolden T-Shirts...they Kick-Ass

Guide waltzes into the shop this morning with a 4 day old fly line from a company that sell $100 fly lines and tries to give it away...ended up in the rubbish bin.

My singular obsession is keeping the nurtured grass green for the remainder of the season.

I still love guiding, working in the shop, drinking Budweiser...

...but my illness is growing.

I have crossed the threshold of sane and rational thinking.

Group Therapy is right around the corner.




Note: The nymphing is heating up. Dry Fly?...some...waiting for late Sept., early Oct.

Thanks!

Missouri River regular John Chase just picked up the Packers/Vikings Monday Night Football ticket! $400 to see Brett beat up on the Packers is a no brainer...thanks John! Thanks to Russ Dobrzinski for the excellent donation!

Michelle Wells Benefit Update!

More great items and more sold items. We really appreciate everyone who has donated and purchased items on Michelles behalf. Now let's finish this off. Get your wallets out!

Michelle Wells Benefit
We're at $3975
Potential $6275

1. NEW Bugalow Lodging for 2 plus Breakfast $150 One (1) Night Lodging at the Historic Bungalow (Thanks Pat & Ian)...designed by the architect that designed Yellowstone Lodge...cool place and terrific hospitality with Pat's famous Stuffed French Toast...heavenly!
   
2. Florida Keys Flats Fishing $550
   1 day of guided fishing with Capt. Scott Yetter of Sightfish Charters (Thanks Scott). Scott is an old friend of Michelle's and generously donated this trip. Bones, Permit, Tarpon. (See Scott's website). Trip is good from now through Feburary 2010.
3. Capt. Carp Trip angling for BIG CARP 2010 $600
   w/ C & F Designs Box stuffed w/ Carp Flies (Thanks Evolution Fly Fishing & MK MBO # 11222)
4. Full Day Guided Hopper Fishing Trip $500
   on the Yellowstone w/ John "Modobi" Dobson in 2010. (Thanks JD w/ GTD Outfitters MBO # 9031) Great guide, great river, great cause.
5. ECHO 2 9' 5wt Fly Rod $500
   w/ 2 tips. A fast & a medium fast...an accuracy and a distance.
6. Monday Night Football - Packers v. Vikings $400
   1 ticket to Packers/Vikings game on Monday Night Football, and you get to sit next to Missouri River guide Russ Dobrysinski. See Favre play against the Pack at Minnesota. Oct. 5th... Thanks for this AWESOME donation Russ! SOLD John Chase - Seattle, WA
7. Dinner for 2 at Izaak's $250
   Anything you want from Izaak's delicious menu and all you can drink. (Thanks Izaak's) SOLD Cliff Nagatani - California
8. Blackfoot River Trip $500
   1 day guided trip with Blackfoot River guide Curt Michels...donated through Paul Roos Outfitters. Fish where Norman MacLean did! Anytime form now through 2010. SOLD Jon & Marc - Key West, FL.
9. LODGING ADDED! Skwala Fishing on the Bitterroot with 2 nights lodging at the Paint Horse Trail Cabin, Darby MT 2010 $750
   (Thanks Chris D & 406 Outfitters MBO #6831, thanks to Bill Osborne for donating his cabin on the Bitteroot) Mid-March thru Mid-April 2010. Big Stonefly Dries for Browns SOLD John Heckert - Craig, MT
   
10. Two (2) Headhunters Hats $75
    His & Hers. Look good at the Family Reunion. SOLD Lou and Arlee - Cut Bank, MT
    
11. Three (3) BUFF UV Headwear $100
    Fashion & Function all in a neck garment. SOLD Dan Kauffman - San Diego, CA
12. A YETI 45 qt Cooler $500
    in color of your choice...White, Tan, Mossy Oak, or Robin's Egg Blue. SOLD Mike & Kelsey Ward - Brewster, WA
13. HEADHUNTERS Full Day Guide Trip $500
    all inclusive on the Missouri. SOLD Dennis Hegewald- Spokane, WA
14. Two (2) nights lodging @ Brown or Rainbow Cabin $300
    (Thanks Carroll & Margaret Jenkins/Craig Trout Camp) Downtown Craig, close to everything Trout. SOLD Jim Arkin- Bay Area, CA
15. C & F Designs Permit Fly Box $250
    stuffed w/ 24 Kick-Ass Missouri River Streamer Flies. SOLD Erich Bittmann-Tacoma, WA
16. SIMMS RivershedVibram Wading Boot $250
    (Thanks Jon Yousko/Simms) SOLD Joann - Cascade MT
17. SIMMS Homegrown 406 Hoody $100
    (Thanks Jon Yousko/Simms)...not for retail or public consumption...secret guide stuff!) SOLD Sarah Firth - Craig, MT

Fishing is Fun...

Just seeing great fish is great...Browns and Rainbows. Two more fine specimens...Jim Arkin jerked both of these fish from their watery domains on big, bushy dries in the Canyon. Nice...

Tomorrow SOL fishes with Rock Star Mike Ruppert...Nice...

Barter lines

Bartering is a beautiful thing. Here's a sampling of would be trades from Craig's list today.



Web designer in western MT will trade design work for firearms (another guy in high tech looking for a way out)


I have a few nice goats to trade
trade for hay insulation, sand, canning jars or fruit trees. One small pygmy dwarf exposed to a nigerian dwarf buck blue eyed, one nubian doeling one young milking goat (I don't claim to be an expert in goats, but this sounds like one hell of a deal.)


I am in need of a spiral perm (aren't we all??)

Trade My PT Cruiser for a truck- ( I bet you would. Hindsight really is 20/20)

Trade labor for adult toys (uummmm-wow)

Trade Beretta for Kids (Non-traditional adoption technique)

Playhouse slide will trade

Came off cedar playhouse. The chickens would not think so fun to play on the slide.
(People, smart people, should track this person down and study them.)



I have a bow wflex extreme 2 in excellent shape barely used i paid 2000 for that i want to trade for a plasma or lcd tv-
(wasnt it the bowflew commercials on your undersized tv that got you into this predicament? maybe its time to read a book)



Words of wisdom from the interweb today- dont take wooden nickels. I'm going fishing.

Michelle Wells Benefit Update...

OK Folks, we wont' keep doing this forever. Time to help Michelle out by buying one of these great items. Our favorites? Dinner for 2 at Izaak's with all you can drink for $250! Hell, Mark spends that 3 nights a week! What about a hopper trip with John Dobson on the Yellowstone? The comedy alone is worth $500. Step up! Thanks to everyone who donated at our Labor Day BBQ. Another $250 was raised...

Is all it takes is a call to Headhunters!

Michelle Wells Benefit
We're at $3325
Potential $6375

1. Bugalow Lodging for 2 plus Breakfast $150 One (1) Night Lodging at the Historic Bungalow (Thanks Pat & Ian)...designed by the architect that designed Yellowstone Lodge...cool place and terrific hospitality with Pat's famous Stuffed French Toast...heavenly!
   
2. Florida Keys Flats Fishing $550
   1 day of guided fishing with Capt. Scott Yetter of Sightfish Charters (Thanks Scott). Scott is an old friend of Michelle's and generously donated this trip. Bones, Permit, Tarpon. (See Scott's website). Trip is good from now through Feburary 2010.
3. Capt. Carp Trip angling for BIG CARP 2010 $600
   w/ C & F Designs Box stuffed w/ Carp Flies (Thanks Evolution Fly Fishing & MK MBO # 11222)
4. Dinner for 2 at Izaak's $250
   Anything you want from Izaak's delicious menu and all you can drink. (Thanks Izaak's) Sold Cliff Nagatani - California
5. Full Day Guided Hopper Fishing Trip $500
   on the Yellowstone w/ John "Modobi" Dobson in 2010. (Thanks JD w/ GTD Outfitters MBO # 9031) Great guide, great river, great cause.
6. ECHO 2 9' 5wt Fly Rod $500
   w/ 2 tips. A fast & a medium fast...an accuracy and a distance.
7. Blackfoot River Trip $500
   1 day guided trip with Blackfoot River guide Curt Michels...donated through Paul Roos Outfitters. Fish where Norman MacLean did! Anytime form now through 2010. SOLD Jon & Marc - Key West, FL.
8. LODGING ADDED! Skwala Fishing on the Bitterroot with 2 nights lodging at the Paint Horse Trail Cabin, Darby MT 2010 $750
   (Thanks Chris D & 406 Outfitters MBO #6831, thanks to Bill Osborne for donating his cabin on the Bitteroot) Mid-March thru Mid-April 2010. Big Stonefly Dries for Browns SOLD John Heckert - Craig, MT
   
9. Two (2) Headhunters Hats $75
   His & Hers. Look good at the Family Reunion. SOLD Lou and Arlee - Cut Bank, MT
   
10. Three (3) BUFF UV Headwear $100
    Fashion & Function all in a neck garment. SOLD Dan Kauffman - San Diego, CA
11. A YETI 45 qt Cooler $500
    in color of your choice...White, Tan, Mossy Oak, or Robin's Egg Blue. SOLD Mike & Kelsey Ward - Brewster, WA
12. HEADHUNTERS Full Day Guide Trip $500
    all inclusive on the Missouri. SOLD Dennis Hegewald- Spokane, WA
13. Two (2) nights lodging @ Brown or Rainbow Cabin $300
    (Thanks Carroll & Margaret Jenkins/Craig Trout Camp) Downtown Craig, close to everything Trout. SOLD Jim Arkin- Bay Area, CA
14. C & F Designs Permit Fly Box $250
    stuffed w/ 24 Kick-Ass Missouri River Streamer Flies. SOLD Erich Bittmann-Tacoma, WA
15. SIMMSRivershedVibram Wading Boot $250
    (Thanks Jon Yousko/Simms) SOLD Joann - Cascade MT
16. SIMMS Homegrown 406 Hoody $100
    (Thanks Jon Yousko/Simms)...not for retail or public consumption...secret guide stuff!) SOLD Sarah Firth - Craig, MT

Remember...

God Bless America...keep it in your heart, and remember...

New Stuff For Flyfishing?

New stuff...not too much. Is it fun to be around a pile of folks that drive the business? Yes.

Good attendance is what Scumliner and I saw today at a show that was reported to be soft. Yes, there are less vendors here in Denver, but is that such a bad thing? No.

It is similar to the seasons that most rivers, shops, and manufacturers endure as time progresses. Had there become too much stuff? Too many gadgets, widgets, nick-knacks, guides, outfitters, shops, etc, etc, etc? Maybe. Is it time for a thinning of the herd? Are there folks jumping out of windows because of the damn economy...not here...we are fishing folks...the fish don't care about any of that shit. A culling and restructuring of the industry? Who knows, I'm just postulating.

There is a positive vibe at the Fly Fishing Retailer show...as there always must be. It is fishing for crying out loud. We are all happy and vying for the future. Just like casting at a big brown. Next cast is the one, next cast...I will get him.

As in life and as in fishing...keep casting and good things will happen.

We really cannot say too much about new products until after the show...and we will of course let you know. Are there new things happening at Headhunters? Only time will tell...

Things to do in Denver when you're Drunk!

Mark and John have arrived in Denver for the 2009 Fly Fishing Retailer Show. We're here to see all the new product for 2010. Just spent the eveing on the 16th Street walking mall with the boys from Montana Fly Co. Joel, sorry we can't hang with you and the boys. We've turned into sallies...(again). This year we're here to do busuiness...going to bed early (11:00pm). So far, we've determined the following; Switch rods are out. Everybody knocks off everybody elses flies. Joel has an interesting religous background. Mojito's shouldn't be offered in flavors. The Rockies rule. Cabs are way better than the Super Shuttle. Julie booked us the wrong hotel...we're 3 blocks away intsead of right across the street (whaaa!). RIO lines and tippet rock. That's it for now. We'll keep in touch over the next few days. Hope the fire on Holter is under control.

I'll now wake up SOL and turn it over to him...
-Scumliner

16th Street Walking (stumbling?) Mall in Denver.

We're here in Denver for the business side of things. The business side of things, and we are mostly handling that side of the equation...and we'll promote and see that side as the primary focus of this annual journey.

But that is not the end all, be all for us at Headhunters. We enjoy the secondary mission as well. The soulful side. So many are looking at the bottom line, and to operate you must keep that in mind...

Scumliner and I are looking beyond the primary and continually focusing on a Machiavellian theory. The End justifies the means...many choose the other route...and that is OK...not for us. We strive to succeed and will not stop until we do. Not only for us, but for our guests.

Last year we participated and nobody, almost, nobody knew who we were...not this year. There is stir...Hmmm...recognition is welcomed.

It's damn nice when reps come to you and want to chat...pick up the tab for the cocktails too...

Now, room service and ESPN...

Things to do in Denver when you're drunk...

Monday Missouri River Madness...

Craig Boat Ramp...Dreamy Morning photo Mark Raisler

It has slowed a little here on the Missouri...a little rest before the fall madness ensues. The fishing is decent, not great. It will get better. Let's move away from that topic, visit the fishing report for that info, and on to the task at hand.

Brown Release Shot...last week photo Mark Raisler

Prep for your upcoming fishing trip by looking at these pics and reciting the mantra; "I will catch big fish, I will hook a Brown of a lifetime, I will execute perfect slack-line reach casts, I will behave at Joe's Bar, I will inhale the Big Mo Prime Rib @ Izaak's...add your own personal phrases here...."

Pelican Islands looking south...impending storm photo Mark Raisler

Capt. Carp Dead Song of the Day: Promised Land

Dry Fly of the Week: Nymen's Callibaetis Cripple

Wet Fly of the Week: October Caddis Soft Hackle

Nymph of the Week: Quasimodo Pheasant Tail

Terrestrial of the Week: Yeager's Neversink Trude Peacock

Streamer of the Week: Pearl Zonker

E Bitty: Only 50,000hrs til you are back in Utopia

Anglers rarely look up from their lures, lest
they miss a strike. Instead, the miss
nature's lush colors, the scampering of wildlife,
the sights and sounds of the outdoors. Look up.

Don't bless the fish until it gets to the land.

Irish Proverb

Wild Weekend in Craig MT

What fun we've been having in Craig this late summer 2009. Successful $1 Fly Sale @ Headhunters Fly Shop last night. People came out by the droves and stuffed their boxes full. What a bargain. We also raised a bucket of cash for Michelle, so, good on you folks.

The BBQ went off without a hitch. SOL never left the grill...uncommon for him...he can wander. But, not all who wander are lost. Keep that in mind. Good participation in conjunction with the Fly Sale.

Folks are still here in force. The river is busy with fisherman and pleasure floaters. Our shuttle crew is spending a lot of time running up and down the river making people smile when the truck is at the boat ramp ending the day. Check us out next time you are in town...the most inexpensive and prompt shuttle service on the entire Mo. Feel free to call in your shuttle en route to the river if you wish. 877/DRY-FLYS

Start dreaming about your fall Missouri River trip. The Baetis will be here sooner than you think. Don't be the last one on your block to book your individual Fall Fling. The Outfitters Ball is Oct 31st. Fun filled weekend with competitions, music, raffles, lots of give-aways. Hosted by the community of Craig and the Central Business District. Headhunters is a major sponsor of this event and hope you all will attend.
Ridiculous Boat Behavior of the Year: Sinking your buddy's boat & losing all his gear. NOTE: Be aware at all times of your anchor, oars, and position of your boat. Try to eliminate sinking the ship. Water is a powerful medium and care should be taken at all times!!

Capt. Carp Dead Song of the Day: Big River

Best Hot Dog Mustard of All Time: Beaver Brand Extra Hot Jalapeno Mustard

Hot Dog Question/Preference: Nathan's or Hebrew National?

Recreational anglers fall into one of the two groups: casual and dedicated. The first group treat fishing as a way to unwind from the daily grind, get some fresh air, and maybe catch a fish now and then. The latter group takes it more seriously and some-quite a few-become involved to the point of obsession. When not fishing, they read about it, talk about it, watch videos, attend courses, and join clubs with other fishing fanatics.

from Wit and Wisdom of Fishing

Michelle Benefit Update...

Thanks for stepping up folks. Benefit items for Michelle continue to generate $ to help Michelle with her battle. Most recently, Mike and Kelsey Ward purchased a beautiful sky blue Yeti Cooler and or buddies Lou and Arlee from Cutbank bought the 2 Headhunters hats. John Heckert bought the Bitteroot Skwala trip for next spring! Thanks guys. Keep those contributions rolling!

Michelle Wells Benefit
We're at $3325
Potential $6375

1. Bugalow Lodging for 2 plus Breakfast | $150 One (1) Night Lodging at the Historic Bungalow (Thanks Pat & Ian)...designed by the architect that designed Yellowstone Lodge...cool place and terrific hospitality with Pat's famous Stuffed French Toast...heavenly!
   
2. Florida Keys Flats Fishing | $550
   1 day of guided fishing with Capt. Scott Yetter of Sightfish Charters (Thanks Scott). Scott is an old friend of Michelle's and generously donated this trip. Bones, Permit, Tarpon. (See Scott's website). Trip is good from now through Feburary 2010.
3. Capt. Carp Trip angling for BIG CARP 2010 | $600
   w/ C & F Designs Box stuffed w/ Carp Flies (Thanks Evolution Fly Fishing & MK MBO # 11222)
4. Dinner for 2 at Izaak's |$250
   Anything you want from Izaak's delicious menu and all you can drink. (Thanks Izaak's)
5. Full Day Guided Hopper Fishing Trip | $500
   on the Yellowstone w/ John "Modobi" Dobson in 2010. (Thanks JD w/ GTD Outfitters MBO # 9031) Great guide, great river, great cause.
6. ECHO 2 9' 5wt Fly Rod | $500
   w/ 2 tips. A fast & a medium fast...an accuracy and a distance.
7. Blackfoot River Trip | $500
   1 day guided trip with Blackfoot River guide Curt Michels...donated through Paul Roos Outfitters. Fish where Norman MacLean did! Anytime form now through 2010. SOLD | Jon & Marc - Key West, FL.
8. LODGING ADDED! Skwala Fishing on the Bitterroot with 2 nights lodging at the Paint Horse Trail Cabin, Darby MT 2010 | $750
   (Thanks Chris D & 406 Outfitters MBO #6831, thanks to Bill Osborne for donating his cabin on the Bitteroot) Mid-March thru Mid-April 2010. Big Stonefly Dries for Browns SOLD | John Heckert - Craig, MT
   
9. Two (2) Headhunters Hats | $75
   His & Hers. Look good at the Family Reunion. SOLD | Lou and Arlee - Cut Bank, MT
   
10. Three (3) BUFF UV Headwear | $100
    Fashion & Function all in a neck garment. SOLD | Dan Kauffman - San Diego, CA
11. A YETI 45 qt Cooler | $500
    in color of your choice...White, Tan, Mossy Oak, or Robin's Egg Blue. SOLD | Mike & Kelsey Ward - Brewster, WA
12. HEADHUNTERS Full Day Guide Trip | $500
    all inclusive on the Missouri. SOLD | Dennis Hegewald- Spokane, WA
13. Two (2) nights lodging @ Brown or Rainbow Cabin | $300
    (Thanks Carroll & Margaret Jenkins/Craig Trout Camp) Downtown Craig, close to everything Trout. SOLD | Jim Arkin- Bay Area, CA
14. C & F Designs Permit Fly Box |$250
    stuffed w/ 24 Kick-Ass Missouri River Streamer Flies. SOLD | Erich Bittmann-Tacoma, WA
15. SIMMSRivershedVibram Wading Boot |$250
    (Thanks Jon Yousko/Simms) SOLD | Joann - Cascade MT
16. SIMMS Homegrown 406 Hoody | $100
    (Thanks Jon Yousko/Simms)...not for retail or public consumption...secret guide stuff!) SOLD | Sarah Firth - Craig, MT

Craig Mt...the Epicenter of FUN!!

What a great time in Craig MT. Labor Day Weekend. The last Hoorah for many this 09 Summer. Why not come and blow it out here and catch a few fish, a minor buzz, and some soul cleansing. Three Birds-One Stone!

Tomorrow Saturday the 6th is the big event day here in the Central District of Craig. I'm not sure what the other parts of town are doing, but I do know that Headhunters and Izaak's have a long list of killer shit going down.

Headhunters Fly Shop & Guide Service First Annual Fly Sale | 5-9pm ONLY
$1 Dries/Nymphs...$1.50 Hoppers/Streamers...come fill your boxes for the fall, and the spring for that matter. Need kick-ass flies and a lot of them...you should not miss this one, do not be the guy on your block that missed out...OUCH!

Headhunters Fly Shop BBQ | 4pm til ?
Burgers and Dogs on the grill...Free-99...the best price. Come join us for good grub and BS

Sale & Close-Out Items | All Weekend
SIMMS & Headhunters T-Shirts among other things...give us a look, you might like it...Mikey does...he'll buy anything

Izaak's Labor Day Events | Saturday Night
Bridger Creek Boys...Cool Bluegrass, dancing, fellowship- 7:30pm til ?
$1 Drafts on the porch...ALL BEER PROCEEDS to Michelle Wells

Izaaks Restaurant | Weekend Specials
Bison Short Ribs...best meal I've had in 2 months...Scumliner says. "Super killer!"
Fresh Halibut and Swordfish...as good as it gets, they both go fast
Izaak's & Headhunters will be taking donations for Michelle all weekend long
Bottom Line: If you are not here this weekend...well, I won't rub it in...we'll tilt one back for you...really

New Items on the Michelle Wells Donation Auction

Michelle Wells Benefit
We're at $2000
Potential $5425

1. NEW ITEM Bugalow Lodging for 2 plus Breakfast | $200
   One (1) Night Lodging at the Historic Bungalow (Thanks Pat & Ian)...designed by the architect that designed Yellowstone Lodge...cool place and terrific hospitality with Pat's famous Stuffed French Toast...heavenly!
   
2. NEW ITEM Florida Keys Flats Fishing | $550
   1 day of guided fishing with Capt. Scott Yetter of Sightfish Charters (Thanks Scott). Scott is an old friend of Michelle's and generously donated this trip. Bones, Permit, Tarpon. (See Scott's website). Trip is good from now through Feburary 2010.
   
3. LODGING ADDED! Skwala Fishing on the Bitterroot with 2 nights lodging at the Paint Horse Trail Cabin, Darby MT 2010 | $750
   (Thanks Chris D & 406 Outfitters MBO #6831, thanks to Bill Osborne for donating his cabin on the Bitteroot) Mid-March thru Mid-April 2010. Big Stonefly Dries for Browns
4. Capt. Carp Trip angling for BIG CARP 2010 | $600
   w/ C & F Designs Box stuffed w/ Carp Flies (Thanks Evolution Fly Fishing & MK MBO # 11222)
5. Dinner for 2 at Izaak's |$250
   Anything you want from Izaak's delicious menu and all you can drink. (Thanks Izaak's)
6. Full Day Guided Hopper Fishing Trip | $500
   on the Yellowstone w/ John "Modobi" Dobson in 2010. (Thanks JD w/ GTD Outfitters MBO # 9031) Great guide, great river, great cause.
7. ECHO 2 9' 5wt Fly Rod | $500
   w/ 2 tips. A fast & a medium fast...an accuracy and a distance.
8. Two (2) Headhunters Hats | $75
   His & Hers. Look good at the Family Reunion.
9. Three (3) BUFF UV Headwear | $100
   Fashion & Function all in a neck garment. SOLD | Dan Kauffman - San Diego, CA
10. A YETI 45 qt Cooler | $500
    in color of your choice...White, Tan, Mossy Oak, or Robin's Egg Blue. SOLD | Mike & Kelsey Ward - Brewster, WA
11. HEADHUNTERS Full Day Guide Trip | $500
    all inclusive on the Missouri. SOLD | Dennis Hegewald- Spokane, WA
12. Two (2) nights lodging @ Brown or Rainbow Cabin | $300
    (Thanks Carroll & Margaret Jenkins/Craig Trout Camp) Downtown Craig, close to everything Trout.SOLD | Jim Arkin- Bay Area, CA
13. C & F Designs Permit Fly Box |$250
    stuffed w/ 24 Kick-Ass Missouri River Streamer Flies. SOLD | Erich Bittmann-Tacoma, WA
14. SIMMSRivershedVibram Wading Boot |$250
    (Thanks Jon Yousko/Simms)SOLD | Joann, Cascade MT
15. SIMMS Homegrown 406 Hoody | $100
    (Thanks Jon Yousko/Simms)...not for retail or public consumption...secret guide stuff!)SOLD | Sarah Firth- Craig, MT

September eNewsletter

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Return of the Watts

Well know fly fishing film makers Jim and Kelly Watt just spent several days at the Craig Trout Camp/Headhunters, fishing the Missouri and hanging out with the Headhunters crew. They had a great time fishing the Missouri, and Jim stated that he had "the best day of trout fishing he's had in the last 10 years".

Jim and Kelly Watt at Headhunters.

Many of us have spent hours watching "Hooked on Flytying", "Flyfishing Video Adventures" and "How to Fly Fish" instructional videos. Jim and Kelly offer 170 flyfishing DVD titles! They have been integral in introducing beginners to the sport, as well as showing veterans what exotic destinations are like (26 shows filmed in Patagonia alone!). There shows have aired on ESPN and the Outdoor Channel for years.

Jim and Kelly had such a good time, they plan to come back again this fall. It was great to spend some time with these veteran angler/filmakers. We're glad they enjoyed their first trip to the Missouri in years.

If you're interested in seeing what they offer, check out their website at Bennet-Watt HD Productions. It's loaded with videos. There's more than fly fishing...you'll find some great travel videos as well.

New Benefit Item - Fishing the Keys!

The generosity continues! Sometimes Missouri River and all the time Lower Florida Keys guide Scott Yetter has donated a guided fishing trip on the famous flats of the lower Florida Keys. Who will be the first bidder?

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Michelle Wells Benefit
We're at $1500
Potential $5225

1. NEW ITEM Florida Keys Flats Fishing | $550
   1 day of guided fishing with Capt. Scott Yetter of Sightfish Charters (Thanks Scott). Scott is an old friend of Michelle's and generously donated this trip. Bones, Permit, Tarpon. (See Scott's website). Trip is good from now through Feburary 2010.
   
2. LODGING ADDED!Skwala Fishing on the Bitterroot with 2 nights lodging at the Paint Horse Trail Cabin, Darby MT 2010 | $750
   (Thanks Chris D & 406 Outfitters MBO #6831, thanks to Bill Osborne for donating his cabin on the Bitteroot) Mid-March thru Mid-April 2010. Big Stonefly Dries for Browns
3. Capt. Carp Trip angling for BIG CARP 2010 | $600
   w/ C & F Designs Box stuffed w/ Carp Flies (Thanks Evolution Fly Fishing & MK MBO # 11222)
4. Dinner for 2 at Izaak's |$250
   Anything you want from Izaak's delicious menu and all you can drink. (Thanks Izaak's)
5. Full Day Guided Hopper Fishing Trip | $500
   on the Yellowstone w/ John "Modobi" Dobson in 2010. (Thanks JD w/ GTD Outfitters MBO # 9031) Great guide, great river, great cause.
6. A YETI 45 qt Cooler | $500
   in color of your choice...White, Tan, Mossy Oak, or Robin's Egg Blue
7. ECHO 2 9' 5wt Fly Rod | $500
   w/ 2 tips. A fast & a medium fast...an accuracy and a distance.
8. Two (2) Headhunters Hats | $75
   His & Hers. Look good at the Family Reunion.
9. Three (3) BUFF UV Headwear | $100
   Fashion & Function all in a neck garment. SOLD | Dan Kauffman - San Diego, CA
10. HEADHUNTERS Full Day Guide Trip | $500
    all inclusive on the Missouri. SOLD | Dennis Hegewald- Spokane, WA
11. Two (2) nights lodging @ Brown or Rainbow Cabin | $300
    (Thanks Carroll & Margaret Jenkins/Craig Trout Camp) Downtown Craig, close to everything Trout.SOLD | Jim Arkin- Bay Area, CA
12. C & F Designs Permit Fly Box |$250
    stuffed w/ 24 Kick-Ass Missouri River Streamer Flies. SOLD | Erich Bittmann-Tacoma, WA
13. SIMMSRivershedVibram Wading Boot |$250
    (Thanks Jon Yousko/Simms)SOLD | Joann, Cascade MT
14. SIMMS Homegrown 406 Hoody | $100
    (Thanks Jon Yousko/Simms)...not for retail or public consumption...secret guide stuff!)SOLD | Sarah Firth- Craig, MT