The only way to truly trout-fish a wild Western river is to live on it for a few days.⁠ ⁠ "For the last mile or so, I have been sitting relaxed with the canoe paddle across my lap, lulled by the stunning mountain scenery all around. A mule deer doe and fawn that have been drinking at the water’s edge bound away as we approach. We are gliding down the Smith River, a wild and pure wilderness wa­terway in west-central Montana. Not long after our departure on our fourth morning on the Smith, a helicopter shattered the stillness of the canyon long enough to deposit Ted Schwinden, the governor of Montana, to join our expedition. It was the first time that the executive had seen this scenic part of the state. The fourth day would be long remem­bered.” — ⁠ ⁠ This story, “Float to Wild Trout,” appeared in the August 1987 issue of Outdoor Life.⁠ ⁠ Tap the link in profile for the full story 🔗⁠ ⁠ #fishing #fishingtrip #fishingseason #trout #troutfishing #montana #smithriver #flyfishing #outdoors ...