FLY FISHING BLOG

Fall is one of my favorite times of year to be on the water. The air cools, the leaves change, and the rivers settle into low, clear flows. These conditions might intimidate some anglers because trout can get skittish when the water thins out, but f … read more

When it comes to fly-fishing, few insects are as iconic or as essential for anglers as the stonefly. These fascinating creatures play a crucial role in the aquatic ecosystem and are an important food source for trout, especially during high-water co … read more

Any luck? How many times do you get asked that question while you are out fishing? My response is simple; “No luck…. Just skill!” Fly fishing is more than casting a fly and hoping for a bite. Success on the water depends on several things going “righ … read more

At RiverBum, we have a passion for serving the market with the best quality flies in the industry. We have sampled product from at least 50 factories globally, probably more. There’s no shortage of the cheap guys, you really do get what you pay … read more

A recent question on this topic got me thinking about the best ways to hook and hold fish. Following will be two part tip to help in hooking fish and getting fish to the net or hand. This week we will look at setting the hook. When I'm teaching begi … read more

Most nymph fishing requires anglers to rely on a visual aid like a strike indicator or on feel to alert them to the strike of a fish. Sometimes though, especially when fish are visible, you can fish nymphs quite effectively without an indicator and w … read more

We often get asked, "What is the best rod and reel set up for a beginner?" Unfortunately, I can't say one fits all since the answer depends a bit on where you live and what species of fish you intend to fish for. However, I can give the following ad … read more

Years ago there seemed to be an unwritten code of conduct that went along with outdoor sports like fly fishing. While there's always been those that were difficult, most simply understood that out on the river you don't get too close to fellow angler … read more