Weekend on the Ditch # 22

Wow, what a great 5 week stretch Ms. Floatfisher and I have had. This past weekend we had the pleasure to float another couple of rivers that are truly spectacular and did not disappoint, although,

by fish count standards, not rivers the hoards of folks flock to, but it makes up in size, beauty and scenery. What a great way to spend a pre-anniversary celebration, almost year 14 of wedded fishing bliss.

 In some places the rivers is two time the size of the boat and casting must be extremely ahead of the boat , as not to spoke the fish. In addition a boat with low clearance and no draft is a must, as low bridges and shallow water will be the norm for the day. You must make sure you duck, or you will have a splitting headache.

 It seems fishing with the moose is a common theme as of late. Certainly a beautiful site along the river, but a little unnerving a close distances as we have had. The creek is pretty small and they will cover this distance very quickly if we are in there way.

One of the prizes of the "creekin" in the skiff down the river. Pretty nice when they sip at #16 brown ant!

Scumliner Media- "Dead Flies Don't Swim"

Dead Flies Don't Swim from scum liner media on Vimeo.

Our friends John and Mark continue to produce some very cool video shorts over on the Missouri River. Quality video, quality lighting, fantastic content and add in some pretty swell fish.

What a playground to have in your backyard.

You Are Not up Early Enough

You need to be up even earlier this time of year, to catch the wily ones, or stay out late in the evenings. Challenge yourself to set that alarm for a time you normally wouldn't, get up, you will be handsomely rewarded ,  I swear. Scouts Honor..........

Salmon Lake Island Lodge

We spent a little time with Ms. Floatfisher's parents in the past couple of weeks celebrating

there 60th Wedding Anniversary. We were lucky enough to be holed up at the older

but charming Salmon Lake Island Lodge, just outside of Seeley Lake, MT.

As with most of Montana, the sights are always worthy of the camera. Along with gin and tonic for several days, the camera was right on my side. 4 acres or grassy , tree covered island would not disappoint. 

The old Homestead Cabin

Morning on Salmon Lake

Grandma and Grandpa's Pride and Joy

Just another day on the lake, couple of canoes ready for the days use.

Hallway to Heaven

Alone in thought on the lake, evening silence.

 Island sights with some of the beautiful flowers.

Smoke from nearby Washington, created some soothing sunsets on the lake at the fire pit.