Make Sure Your Charter Fishing Trip is Legal and Sustainable Offshore charter fishing is a great way to experience the outdoors. As with any business there are those who follow the rules and a few who do not. Properly licensed charter captains incur expenses related to permits safety gear and other operational costs. This ensures … Continue readin...

April 1st Currently snowing here in Helena and we’re happy to have it! 2-4 inches forecasted with a bit more in the high country. Montana snowpack is looking good with most of the state close to 100% or greater. Flows below Holter dam as of this morning are up to 5300 cubic feet per second. … The post Missouri River Fishing Reports appeared first...

THINGS TO CONSIDER WHEN BOOKING A FISHING CHARTER Spending some time fishing is the perfect way to round off a Myrtle Beach holiday. Booking a fishing charter is a great way to enjoy the water even if you are not an experienced fisherman. A fishing charter is a fun way to spend an hour or … Continue reading THINGS TO CONSIDER WHEN BOOKING A FISHIN...

Inshore fishing charters have been gaining popularity in recent years as more people discover the advantages of fishing close to shore. Inshore fishing charters offer many advantages over offshore charters including cost convenience and a higher chance of success. Benefits of inshore fishing charters  Cost One of the most significant advantages of...

As April unfolds along the beautiful coastline of Myrtle Beach and Pawley’s Island South Carolina the warm weather and longer days set the stage for excellent fishing opportunities. Anglers can look forward to a diverse range of fish species in various fishing environments from inshore and nearshore waters to surf and shark fishing. Let’s explore [...

Crayfish play a critical part in the Missouri River’s food web. They serve as both predator and prey. Their diet includes plant matter insects small fish and other crayfish. They are scavengers and omnivores feeding on plant matter insects small fish and other crayfish. As a result they help to control the populations of other … The post Missouri...

Why it’s important to book a fishing trip in advance It is important to plan your fishing trip well in advance and prepare for it. Here are some reasons why booking ahead is just as important as fishing. Fishing is more important than working and we all know that. In an ideal world 90% of … Continue reading Why it’s important to book a fishing tri...

Morning surface water temperatures dropped drastically after this weekend’s rain and cold weather to about 60 degrees around Little River. When you can get out to the nearshore reefs the fishing is phenomenal right now and Captain Buddy Love with Captain Smiley Fishing Charters (843-361-7445) reports that 3-5 miles offshore there are tons of Spani...

The Skwala hatch is a highlight of the spring fishing season. Anglers from around the world travel to Montana to experience the this hatch. This hatch is eagerly anticipated because it’s one of the first opportunities of the year to fish big dry flies. Let’s explore the Skwala stonefly hatch in Montana in more detail … The post The Skwala Hatch in...

Book Your Spring Break Fishing Trip Now – 843-361-7455 Part 2: Types of Fishing Charter We posted Part 1 a few days back discussing different types of fishing charter options. Here are some more: Nearshore fishing has the primary advantage of being close to the shore. It offers a four-hour half-day near the beach where … Continue reading Part 2: T...

Book Your Spring Break Fishing Trip Now – 843-361-7455. Part 1: Types of Fishing Charter Captain Smiley’s has various fishing charter options depending on your needs. Are you unsure what type of fishing you prefer? Contact us today to speak with one of our knowledgeable guides. Deep Sea Fishing Charter Do you want to experience … Continue reading...

Myrtle Beach South Carolina is an angler’s paradise with diverse fishing opportunities that cater to every level of experience. With its beautiful coastline vibrant marine life and unique ecosystems Myrtle Beach offers something for everyone. Myrtle Beach Guide Service provides exceptional fishing experiences tailored to suit each angler’s preferen...

Fishing Charters in Myrtle Beach SC Private fishing charters at Myrtle Beach SC include Inland to Backwater and Inshore Shark Fishing Inshore Offshore Gulf Stream and Deep Sea Fishing for a maximum of fifteen fishers per boat. Five offshore boats measuring between 26 and 42 feet are part of our Deep Sea Fishing Charter Boats. … Continue reading Fi...

The Missouri is a large and diverse river that offers a wide range of fly fishing opportunities. There are several public fishing access points along the Missouri River from Holter dam to Cascade Montana. Holter Dam: Holter Dam is a popular camping and wade fishing area. This area can get busy in late summer … The post Access along the Missouri Ri...

Shark Fishing Myrtle Beach Myrtle Beach South Carolina is known for its pristine beaches endless activities and fantastic seafood. One activity that may not come to mind immediately when planning a trip to Myrtle Beach is shark fishing but it should. Shark fishing is an exhilarating and unique experience that can add excitement and adventure … Con...

March 22 Morning surface water temperatures are about 57-60 degrees around Little River and due to all the wind the water is fairly dirty. The fishing has picked up at the top of the coast and Captain Buddy Love with Captain Smiley Fishing Charters (843-361-7445) reports that the most consistent thing going is the trout … Continue reading March 20...

Amazing Reasons To Teach Kids About Fishing You can give a child a fish and he or she will be fed one meal. Teaching a child about fishing will create a lifetime’s worth of memories learning and amazing experiences on the water. Maybe I’m biased because I’ve seen the positive effects fishing has had on … Continue reading Amazing Reasons To Teach K...

Fishing Charters: Why Spring Break is the Best Time to Plan a Deep Sea Fishing Trip You are ready for a well-deserved vacation when spring break arrives. Planning a family vacation that is both adventurous and relaxing with something for everyone is a great way to get your family together. You can be sure that … Continue reading Fishing Charter: W...

The section of the Missouri River from Holter Dam to Cascade a distance of about 35 miles is a world class fishery. This stretch of river is a Blue Ribbon section and we believe offers the best dry fly fishing in Montana. Trout populations of 7500 fish per mile. The Missouri River near Craig is … The post Dry Fly Fishing the Missouri appeared firs...

The Hoot Owl Restrictions in Montana refer to fishing regulations that are put in place during times of high water temperatures.These regulations are designed to protect fish populations when they are most vulnerable to stress and mortality due to low oxygen levels and other factors. When do they go into effect Restrictions typically go into … The...