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Trying To Match The Hatch? You Might Want To Try Something 180-Degrees Different Instead

Say you are on the river or lake, and you see all kinds of insects flying around. You see bugs in the air and bugs on the water. So you think: "I need to match the hatch" to catch these fish. Which for the uninitiated means: try to match the live flies you are witnessing with a good imitation. Here's my tip: Try something different instead!

Fly Rod Casting Techniques: Forward Cast & Back Cast Basics

Let's go over some of the basic fly casting techniques. Most of the links provided in this article go to videos so you can actually see the right way to cast a fly rod.

The Best Trout Fishing Hotspots For Fly Fishermen

Here are some of the best places where trout tend to congregate, plus general tips for trout fishing...

Fly Fishing Video Shows How To Nymph Fish

Following is a good, basic video showing the steps involved for nymph fishing. Nymph fishing is a challenging technique of fishing with the fly underwater. Bring your waders!

How To Fine-Tune Your Fly Fishing Approach Without Spooking The Fish

Here are several things you can do to prevent fish from becoming aware of your approach.

Best Fly Fishing Videos Online… Funny, Inspiring, Helpful, And More

Whether you're looking for fly fishing videos for beginners or an inspirational fly fishing video or two, we've got 'em all here!

6 Tips For Fly Fishing Brook Trout

Brook Trout (a variety of salmon living in clear, cool streams in eastern US & Canada) are a fly fishing favorite. 6 tips to make your Brook Trout fly fishing trips more successful.

Wet Fly Fishing Upstream – Some Helpful Tips

Upstream wet fly fishing creates a challenge for most, but it certainly has its benefits. Here's what you need to know to try your hand at wet fly fishing upstream.

Wet Fly Fishing Downstream For Beginners

How to do downstream casting when using wet flies. Plus, how to 'mend the line' and do a 'wet fly swing' when fly fishing.

How To Use Fish Spawning Habits To Your Advantage In Fly Fishing

Understanding fish spawning rituals can greatly increase your chances of being around, and possibly hooking that adult specimen that you've been after. Here's how to use fish spawning habits to your favor.

How To Present A Dry Fly On Running Water

A dry fly is also known as a floating fly. Dry flies are the best ones to use if you are fishing on running water during the hatch. Here's why, plus tips for presenting a dry fly on running water.

Tips For Fly Fishing High Water

If the river is raging when you arrive at your favorite fly fishing destination, have no fear. With these tips, you can master the high water and take home a nice catch! These are our best fly fishing high water tips.

Fly Fishing For Pike: The Best Pike Flies, Plus Other Tips & Tricks

If you plan to go fly fishing for pike soon, make sure that you have the proper pike gear first. Here's what you need to know about fly fishing for pike.

Salt Water Fly Fishing Tips For Newbies

When you're fly fishing in salt water, it can be difficult to locate fish -- because in salt water, fish have a vast territory to move around. Here's how to locate and catch saltwater fish species, plus tips for fishing with the tides.

Trout Stream Fishing Tips – How To Fly Fish In Small Creeks & Streams For Big Trout

Never pass by any small creek or stream if it has deep, cool water. You may be amazed at the size of the trout living beneath the water!

Fly Fishing Wading Tips

There are some very specific things that every fly fisherman should follow. Here are the best fishing wading safety rules.

Fly Fishing Knots Used When Tying Flies

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