Idaho is my adopted home. After 21 years in the Gem State, I feel blessed to live among so many cool people—and places to fish! But we never forget our formative years, and mine took place in Michigan. I don’t make it back to The Mitten often, but every time I do, it feels like…
Usually, November is a transition month across most of Idaho, with anglers getting ready for winter and ice fishing conditions. But with mild weather persisting this fall, our fisheries remain wide open for bank and boat anglers alike. Here are a few ideas for taking advantage of the extended fall season as you plan your…
“Make sure you’re keeping tension on it.” It was familiar fishing advice in an unusual setting. Because I wasn’t standing on a boat, but in the shop of Snake River Custom Rods owners Ricky and Goldie Prieto. And the line I was keeping tight wasn’t attached to a fish—it was the thread holding the guides…
Fall brings many fishing opportunities for Idaho anglers, including the prime season for chasing anadromous salmon and steelhead. If you’re up for a challenge and adventure, stomping around the backcountry chasing giant fish on the Salmon or Clearwater River is a one-of-a-kind Idaho experience! There are also plenty of local options, from catching trout in…
Looking for fishing tips, weather forecasts, recent angler reports and other intel that can help turn your fishing trips into successes? Be sure to check out the Southern Idaho Fishing Report podcast! Hosted by local angler Jeff Cullers and launched in summer 2021, the Southern Idaho Fishing Report’s weekly episodes are packed with valuable information…
September is an awesome month for Idaho anglers. Just about every kind of fishing is available this time of year, and with cool mornings and daytime temps in the 70s, it’s a beautiful time to be outdoors. As you plan your fishing trips, here are some tips and destinations to keep in mind: Trout If…