Things have shaped up nicely on Montana’s Bighorn River this week. The weather forecast is calling for sun and temps in the forties which should really improve the fishing. Nymphing remains the most productive means of fishing but the streamer bite should improve this week as well.

Try fishing a red worm as your top fly followed by a small Midge or Mayfly pattern. Micro Mays, Zebra Midges, and small dark Perdigons have been the ticket. Focus your fishing on the slowest deepest water you can find, usually around 8 feet. Add some split shot to make sure you get down quickly. Anglers have also been doing well slow stripping streamers.