Outing Hosts - Wayne Balsiger & Russ Shropshire

Hop over Hoodoo Pass directly from the NFA's Clark Fork, Montana outing and descend - and fish the North Fork of the Clearwater River down to the river's confluence with Kelly Creek. Wade fish Kelly Creek and all the nearby world-class flyfishing streams, including Moose and Cayuse Creeks.  All have excellent stream access - from some campgrounds, you can go right out to wade the river.  Enjoy 50 miles of catch and release only stream from which to choose, with innummerable deep holes holding the largest fish.  Or fish above or below and in the inviting stream riffles.  Do not miss this exceptional fishery offering arguably the very best Westslope Cutthroat trout fly fishing in the PNW, if not the earth.  Find your Shangri-La and catch up to 24-inch trout that rise to a Caddis dry fly.  Or nymph in mid-day bright sunshine with weighted flies that the host will reveal to those who attend.

Camping:
Camping will be at the Kelly Forks Campground, managed by the USDA Forest Service.  The campground has 14 camp site, a group camping area, potable water, and pit toilets.  Camp sites are $10 per night (not included in the outing fee).  All camping is first-come, first-serve.  No reservations are available.

What to Bring for Fishing:

• Idaho state fishing license
• 4 or weight rods with floating lines.
• Net
• 3x and 4x leaders and strike indicators (for nymph fishing)
• Wet flies: Pat's stonefly nymphs, size 8s and 10s; Copper John, Pheasant Tail, Prince and Hares ears in 12 to 14.
• Dry flies: Stimulators, size 8s and 10s; Brown Elk Hair Caddis, 14s; Purple Haze, Adams and similar flies, size 14-16.
• Net
• Waders, wading boots, and wading staff.

What to Bring for Camping:

• Tent, sleeping bag, sleeping pad
• Bring clothes for warmish daytime temperatures and chilly nights
• Rain gear
• Sun screen, hat, and sunglasses.
• Flashlight(s)
• Folding chair
• Water bottle

Food & Beverages:

• The outing fee only covers Sunday and Monday night dinners and coffee on Monday and Tuesday Mornings.
• Bring your own food for breakfast, lunch, and additional days.
• Bring your own wine, beer, or hard stuff.

Getting There:
Kelly Forks Campground is 54 miles (approximately 1.5 hours) from Superior, MT.  Detailed directions are available from Google Maps and other similar navigation applications.

Cancellation Deadline: 

Cancellation deadline is 8:00 p.m. on September 1st.  If you need to cancel, contact the Outing Host(s).  No refunds will be issued after the cancellation deadline.