Pteronarcys californica...what?

For the past few weeks, the Henry's Fork has been the choice destination for traveling anglers in pursuit of the famous salmonfly. After living in the river for up to three years, these insects migrate toward the banks to transform into their adult form...mate...and then die. This hollowed "hatch" can provide the best dry-fly fishing of your life, or be the biggest let-down of your season.

Living The Dream

It has been over a month since I started my second season with Henry's Fork Anglers located in Island Park, Idaho. The month of May brings melting snow, opening day of the general fishing season, and truck loads of new merchandise. With box cutters in hand, my days are spent opening and stocking the latest gear from companies such as Patagonia, Cloudveil, Columbia, and Simms. It's almost like Christmas...but I don't get to keep any of the presents.