🚫 Hoot-Owl Restrictions – Updated Status
RiverSection AffectedStatus as of Aug 29
BitterrootUpper: East/West Forks → Veterans Bridge Hoot-owl active (2 p.m.–midnight)
Lower: Veterans Bridge → Clark Fork Open all day
Blackfoot Entire mainstem Hoot-owl active (2 p.m.–midnight)
Clark Fork Entire river Restrictions lifted
Rock Creek Upper: West/Middle Fork → Stoney Creek Hoot-owl active (2 p.m.–midnight)
Fly Box Checklist
- Bitterroot (Upper): Chubby Chernobyl, Water Walker, Henneberry Hopper, Plan B Foam Ant, Twiggy Trico
- Bitterroot (Lower): Same lineup plus PMD Sparkle Dun
- Blackfoot: Water Walker, Chubby Chubby, TJ Hooker, Prince, Perigon
- Clark Fork: Foam Hopper + tungsten nymphs + streamers
- Rock Creek: Micro Chubby, PMD Sparkle Dun, Hippie Stomper, Tungsten jig nymphs
Tips from Lightweight Fly Shop
- Rods: EVOs & Technica—perfect for finesse in low-water
- Indicators: Oros Strike—dial in your dropper length on the fly
- Sunglasses: Bajío polarized—spot fish in bright light
- Tippet: Airflo & Rio—get stealthy with fine rigs
Strategy: “Early & Smart”
- Beat the heat and release stressed trout by fishing before 2 p.m.
- Factor in cooler mornings, and if you're on the Bitterroot, consider targeting the lower stretch after midday when conditions allow.
- Book now for morning trips and reserve cozy cabins to relax midday.
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