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Holiday Cheer

BigCutty — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 20:46:58 +0000

Spent the other night schmoozing at the holiday party of our friendly local wader manufacturer. Good fun and 3 drink tickets were had by all. The event was held in their soon-to-be (fall 2012) new digs. More like an empty warehouse than a world headquarters at this point. Rumors were squelched; there’ll be no retail outlet in the new building (if you believe the Big Cheese himself). A few loud sighs of relief were heard to emanate from us fly shop guys. Surreal moment of the night – being called a “hipster” by the Big Cheese’s wife. A nattily dressed Turd Ferguson was spotted working the crowd, perhaps drumming up funding for his next cable special, “I Catch More Fish in a Day than You’ll Catch in Your Life.”

Eagle Mount Fishng Day

Superfly — Thu, 07 Jul 2011 15:13:37 +0000

Fishing is fun especially when you are with anglers as enthusiastic as the kids from Eagle Mount, which is a non-profit in Bozeman that provides recreational opportunities for kids with disabilities. Leslie Dominick Activities Coordinator at Eagle Mount and her husband ace fishing guide Stuart invited a few of us to help with the fishing program last week. So with Will Lassiter, Tom Harms, Sotoshi Yomomoto and Franklin Coles, I was able to spend the day fishing with a great group of up and coming anglers.

Thanks Stuart and Leslie .

Worried About the Yellowstones Water Levels?

Superfly — Thu, 23 Jun 2011 15:49:28 +0000

If you are like all of us at Sweaty Waders there is no doubt that you are concerned about the water levels on the Yellowstone. Fortunately the USGS has given us a way to be alerted when the water levels reach a certain flow. So if you are wondering when the Sweetwater “High Water” sale will happen, set your alert to 38,oooCFS and come down to get the bargains of a lifetime. Otherwise just set your alert to let you know when your favorite river hits the right level so you know when to go wet a line.

Sand Bag Party

Superfly — Sat, 11 Jun 2011 15:43:56 +0000

Hi All,

Please come and join us for the “Last Annual Sweetwater Sand Bag Party.” Sunday June 12th at 1PM. Our goal is to fill 1500 sand bags. Half will be on reserve if needed at the Fly Shop and the other half will be donated to others in the area in need of sand bags. Bring gloves, shovel and a wheelbarrow if you have one.

Cold beverages will be provided……if you know what I mean. Please call or email Charlie@sweetwaterflyshop.com with questions. 223-3550.

Thanks and see you there.

Caption Contest

Sweetwater — Wed, 01 Jun 2011 19:26:21 +0000

Brendan Hertz once again demonstrates why he is the most versatile fly angler in Park County. He can catch them all! Please help us come up with an appropriate caption for the photo taken by our own Marya Spoja. The winner gets 12 crappy flies……..keep it clean people.

Caption Contest

Red Hot Roosters in Baja

Superfly — Wed, 25 May 2011 17:13:43 +0000

Ever since the Beatooth Boys introduced us to the Baja-Anglers fishing report we periodically check in to see how the fishing is. Well to say the least it seems that the area around Cabo has been on fire. When a reputable outfitter with 20 years of experience claims its been the best week he has ever seen we pay attention. One can only imagine what it would be like to see 1000 Roosters in one day.

Enjoy the shots and check the Baja-Anglers fishing report. Thanks guys, we’ll get down ther someday.

Scott Schumaker: Big Chair or Little Hands?

Sweetwater — Mon, 23 May 2011 15:21:20 +0000

Although Sweaty Waders likes to keep our journalism light and on the funny side. We are also not afraid to tackle the tough story. After confidentially receiving this photo (from Pete Eaves) it has been brought to our attention that perhaps all the big fish pictures that we have been showing on Sweaty Waders of Scotty weren’t big fish after all!!!

If any of our readers have any information on this developing story please let us know. Any of those comments that lead to any type of real evidence the nark gets 13crappy flies.

Charlie Vermillion’s Birthday Fishing Derby!

Superfly — Tue, 17 May 2011 15:11:21 +0000

Last Sunday was the first annual Charlie Vermillion Birthday Fishing Derby. Charlie’s grandparents let them hold the event on their top secret ponds somewhere in Montana. The kids all had a great time and were well behaved. In fact all the kids that came with their Mothers got to fish quite a bit, but those that came with their Fathers rarely got to see any fishing action. Way to go Dad’s….. show those kids how to share!

Congratulations to Phoebe Alverson for landing the Derby winning Rainbow. Enjoy the photo and Happy 5th Charlie V!

Phoebe Gives Her Rainbow a High-five!

Yellowstone Video

Superfly — Sun, 15 May 2011 12:32:31 +0000

Once again it is Kerry Fee, Mr. #2 at the Joe Brooks TU that brought this great film to our attention. Mike Kasic gives us an up close look at our beloved Yellowstone river. From the Lake to Livingston it is a one of a kind perspective.

Enjoy the film and remember Mike is half fish so don’t try this as home or on the River!!!!

The Bridges of Park County

Superfly — Sun, 01 May 2011 20:44:45 +0000

Here at Sweaty Waders we are a safety first kind of operation. That is why we felt like it was time to update all of you floaters on the state of the bridges and boat ramps along the Yellowstone River.

After months of work the boat ramp at the 89 Bridge has reopened. Although it is a little on the muddy side it is up and running. In addition with the Bridge project on the 9th street Bridge has concluded we can once again float both channels down to Mayors landing.

Also new for 2011 is a new boat ramp at Point of Rocks. The new ramp is located on the West side of the River above the Bridge. There is not as much room to maneuver trucks and trailers but it will keep us from having to drive in river bed. For more updates on floating check out the Yellowstone River Report.