Fly Fishing

How To Get Kids Hooked On Fly Fishing

Many kids enjoy the sport of fly fishing, whether it be at a fly fishing camp or with a parent.

So, what age are kids ready to fly fish?

There's really no set age. Each child is different. Some start as young as 5, while others may not be ready until they reach their teens.

First, you need to have the ability to recognize your child's development skills. And you need to be keenly aware of the moment when fly fishing is no longer fun for them. Some kids may only be able to handle 10 minutes to a half hour of fly fishing before they become bored or frustrated.

Childrens' attention spans are limited and can be quite short.

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How To Clean A Fly Rod

After you've been using your fly fishing rod for awhile, you'll need to learn how to clean it properly.

It's a fairly simple job to clean a fly rod, so don't procrastinate.

You'll probably want to clean your fly fishing rod at the same time that you clean your fly line and clean your fly reel.

Fly fishing rods are fairly expensive, so you'll want to keep yours in top-notch shape. Here's how to do it...

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Best Fly Fishing Rivers In British Columbia

Have you been dreaming of the perfect fly fishing vacation?

British Columbia is known far and wide for its great fly fishing opportunities. Rivers both well and little known provide fly fishing anglers with fish that are larger than normal and in optimum health.

There are a wide variety of fish species found in British Columbia including trout, salmon and others. The environment allows fly fishing anglers a great fly fishing vacation featuring a wonderful outdoor experience, majestic scenery and a flux of astounding fly fishing hatches.

Rivers that provide a great fly fishing experince include:

The Bow

Elk

Bull

Kootenay

Columbia

Slocan

Red Deer

Wigwam

St. Mary

MacKenzie

Fraser

and dozens more

Craving more details about these noteworthy fly fishing rivers? Read on ... 

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Fly Fishing Wading Tips

You're out on the river and decide to wade out into deeper water. Before your realize what's happening, you step into a deep hole and fall.

The swift current carries you downstream and your waders begin to fill with water rather rapidly. It feels like you have a ton of rocks in your boots. What a predicament!

How could this scenario have been avoided?

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Polarized Fishing Sunglasses: A Must Have For Fly Fishing

You've been out on the water fly fishing since dawn and have caught and released a few good-sized fish.

Now it's mid-morning and the sun's bright rays are reflecting off the water. The reflection is so bright that you are having trouble seeing. You squint, trying to protect your eyes from powerful and damaging UV-rays and you wish you had a good pair of sunglasses.

Fishing sunglasses are important when you're out on the water. They not only protect your eyes from UV-rays, but also from wind and dirt. But, it's imperative that you don't buy just any old pair of fishing sunglasses. What you need are polarized fishing sunglasses.

Here's why ...

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Tips For Organizing Your Fly Tying Bench

If you've been fly fishing for any length of time, then you probably tie your own flies.

Chances are, you have a large workspace set aside for fly tying -- like a fly tying table or workbench. 

Here are some tips for keeping that workspace neat and tidy, as well as some of the must-have items you should have at your fly tying bench.

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Fly Fishing Knots Used When Tying Flies

One of the most important aspects of fly fishing is knot tying. If knots are not tied appropriately for the situation at hand or if they aren't tied correctly, then you're not likely to land many fish.

Here are some tips for tying knots, plus links to the best sites for learning to tie your own fly fishing knots -- including animated photos and videos!

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Salmon Fly Fishing Tips

You arrive at your favorite salmon fishing spot early in the morning.

You stow your fly fishing gear on the river bank, get into your fly fishing clothing, including waders.

Using a wading staff, you venture out into the water and cast your fly into a deep, dark pool near the far bank.

Due to your choice of good quality polarized fly fishing sunglasses, you can see a fallen log in the depths.

You cast a few dozen times and then you feel that subtle strike. You set your hook and the fight is on.

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Rainbow Trout Fly Fishing Tips

For starters, it's very easy to identify a rainbow trout. A colorful band of different hues -- including blue, green and pink -- can be found on the sides. The colors run all the way along the fish from its head to its tail.

However, landing a large rainbow trout can be a challenge for even the most experienced angler. They put up a good fight when hooked and provide the angler with the thrill of a good catch.

Before you decide to fly fish for rainbow trout, there are a few things that you need  to know in order to be successful.

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Tips For Fly Fishing In Big Rivers

So, you've always fished small creeks, rivers and streams and now you plan on taking on a big river.

If you are a bit nervous, don't worry. This is natural. It can be a bit daunting when you think of how much water there is to cover in a large river.

Here are my best tips for fishing big rivers...

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