Got Flys? – Craig, Montana is a town of 40 residents, that’s a couple hundred yards long and wide, and there’s three fly shops.”

Fly-fishing has been a popular outdoor sport in Montana since the early 20th century. Since then, it has grown into a major industry of shops, manufacturers and outfitters.

Towns like Craig reel in thousands of anglers each year — an impressive feat given the size of the town.

“Craig is unique,” said Chris Strainer, owner of CrossCurrents Fly Shop. “It’s a town of 40 residents, that’s a couple hundred yards long and wide, and there’s three fly shops.”