How To Play, Land And Release Your Catch
As you cast your fly into an eddy, a fish strikes. When this happens, you need to know how to play, land and release your catch. Always have a plan for playing and landing your catch. Here are some tips.
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Fly Fishing Etiquette
Everyone has the right to enjoy their favorite pastime without being disturbed. Though you might consider the area your fishing spot, others have the right to enjoy it also. Here's how to fly fish in the company of other fly fishermen.
Fly Tying Materials & Supplies Needed For Tying Flies
When you tie your own flies, it makes fly fishing more interesting. And when you learn to tie flies that lure fish to your line, you have a great feeling of accomplishment. Before you begin tying flies, there are the most important tools you will need.
Wet Fly Fishing vs Dry Fly Fishing ~ Flies, Casting, And Techniques
If you are fishing a fly below the water surface, you are wet fly fishing. Wet fly fishing is more about how you fish the fly rather than the fly itself. Most of the time, wet fly anglers are more successful because fish feed under the film and feast on smaller fish, terrestrials, aquatic bugs, shrimp, crayfish and tadpoles.
11 Fly Fishing Tips To Help Beginners Catch More Fish
Everything from how to present the fly to casting tips when using wet flies versus dry flies. How to find fishing buddies, choose the right gear, and more!
Reading The Rise When You’re Fly Fishing: How It’s Done
Reading the rise means studying the movement a fish makes when it comes to the water's surface to take an insect. It's important to learn to read the rise because it allows you to know exactly what the fish are doing, so you know which fly fishing tactics to use to catch the fish.
Catch And Release Fishing For New Anglers
Catch and release... everyone's doing it! Really. Practicing catch and release when fly fishing can greatly increase the survival of fish species and ensure that future generations have an opportunity to enjoy the adventure of fly fishing. If you are new to fly fishing, here are some things you should know about the art of catch and release.
Kids & Fly Fishing: Tips For Teaching Children How To Fly Fish
Some kids are ready to learn fly fishing basics when they are 7 or 8 years old. Others will need more time and may be as old as 12 or 13 before they're ready to experience their first fly fishing adventure. Here are some tips for teaching your child to fly fish for the first time.
10 Must-Haves Every Fly Fisherman Needs
If you plan on taking up the sport of fly fishing, the equipment you choose will be imperative to your success. Here are some tips to help you find the best gear and equipment for your first fly fishing outings...
Choosing A Fly Fishing Rod Based On Length, Weight & Action
In general, the best fly fishing rod for most beginners is a fast action 9-foot graphite fly rod made for a 5 weight line. Here's why... and what it means to buy a fly rod based on length, weight, and action.
