Sharing the Swing

One of the best things about working in the North 40 Fly Shop is meeting other fly fishers and talking fish and fly fishing.  I call it the fishing flap.  Jeff comes into the shop from time to time and we usually get wrapped up in deep fishy conversations.  Jeff has been bitten by the spey bug and he’s been learning and working his technique on the Mo and other local waters.  We’ve had some great conversations about flies and runs and how the trout are eating and the best ways to get hook ups. I love being able to help anglers find the materials and tackle they need to keep their passion alive and I love sharing and trading information with hard core anglers like Jeff.

We are incredibly fortunate to have some amazing trout spey opportunities here in Montana.  More and more anglers are discovering that to be true.  That said, there is something truly special about standing thigh deep in a brawling Northwest River and swinging for Steelhead. Recently, Jeff traveled over to the Olympic Peninsula and got his first taste of some famous Steelhead waters.

Jeff hooked up and in turn got hooked on swinging for steelhead.  That’s the way it often works.  His two hand addiction started here in Montana and has so far taken him over to the OP.  Now B.C. is on the horizon. I’m sure he’s just getting started.

We love hearing fish stories, seeing a few pictures and sharing in the vibe of fly fishing delight.  Jeff recently provided a fly rod and reel to our #passiton program so he can pass on his passion to a new angler.  Thanks Jeff!