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Reading Trout Rise Forms(Post)
Generally speaking, there are three types of rise forms and being able to identify them can clue you into what flies to used in each situation. There are the rises where trout aggressively surface
Fly Fishing Rod Actions Explained (Post)Fly fishing is a surprisingly deep and complex sport. It looks a lot more visually impressive than regular spin fishing – sometimes requiring you to wade deep into the water to cast out your line –
Time to Catch Running Rainbows Before it's Too Late(Post)Rainbows are generally early Spring spawners. Depending on the location, latitude and specific population, wild rainbows generally spawn between March and May. However, rainbows will often start their
Fly Fishing Beginners Equipment(Post)The right equipment is essential for new anglers. Good fly fishing rods and other fishing accessories can make a huge difference in making fly fishing a fun and enjoyable experience. So, if you are ne
Taking Stock of Your Fly Fishing Flies Inventory(Post)When was the last time you checked your fly box? If it needs some organizing, now is a good time to do that. I do not know about you, but by the end of a season my boxes are a train wreck. A typ
Dress Your Fly For Success(Post)Presenting a fly fishing fly is all about making your offering look as natural as possible. This includes a drag free drift properly placed in the water. But it also includes the correct prepa
5 Favorite Fall Flies(Post)First off, where did the Summer go? Seems like yesterday it was early June and I was wishing runoff would end. Now there's a cool bite in the morning air and I put away the sandals and started looking
Fly Fishing Tippet Tip(Post)A few years ago I had a tippet problem that cost me a 10 inch fish. I know, so what, a ten inch stocked rainbow is nothing to cry about. The problem - this little pellet head I lost just happened t
Changing tactics during the mid-summer fishing season.(Post)Here in Southeast Idaho the rivers get fished hard during the summer. Also the river water heats up, drops and clears, the hatches are strong and many - providing plenty of natural bugs for trout to
March Brown Hatch(Post)We are coming upon one of my favorite hatches of the year. Eastern March Browns are found from the Eastern United States to the Upper Midwest. Western March Browns populate rivers and streams fro
Streamer Time(Post)Streamer season is upon us. We have high water in many locations across the country. When there's high water, one of the best ways to catch fish is to streamer fish. One of my favorite all around s
Some Basics About Trout(Post)Generally speaking, there are three categories of trout. One category, True Trout, consist of species like rainbows, brown, and cutthroat. The second category known as Char, consist of Brook Trou
Fish Where Fish Are, Not Where Everyone Else Fishes(Post)On a recent guide trip I found that, surprisingly, several of my favorite spots were already being fished when we got to the river. Luckily we were able to fish many places that usually get totally ov
Fly Fish Wherever You Are(Post)I'm sitting at my sister and brother in law's house on a Massachusetts beach as I write this, reminded as I look out at the calm waters today that I don't have a fly rod with me. Whilst I sit and lame
Top 5 Holiday Gifts for the Fly Fisher(Post)Ok, first a disclaimer: I'm biased. I like what I like, but that doesn't mean other stuff isn't also good. That said, here are the top 5 items on my fly fishing Christmas wish list this year and some
Streamer Fishing the Riffles(Post)When the words "streamer fishing" comes up, most folks think about stripping through deep pools, runs, lakes, and long swings through deep water. How many of you honestly break out the streamer ro
