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Fly Fisher Gift Ideas (Post)
Well, it's inescapable, the Holidays are almost here. There's an 8 foot Santa in my yard reminding me daily. Hopefully though, this time of year offers more than malls and merry-making and you find y ...
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Fly Fishing in Winter: A Guide to Fly Fishing in Snow (Post)
Fly fishing in the winter sounds challenging, but it can also be exciting and fun. The quite and tranquility is second to none. This guide can help you make the most out of your experience: Ch ...
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Lees Ferry Colorado River Update (Post)
Well folks, it has been a very busy month here for us at Lees Ferry Anglers. Happy to have received my huge order of RiverBum flies just in time for the enormous midge hatch ...
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10 Basic Fly Fishing Flies For Beginners (Post)
I love fly fishing with beginners. I love watching the joy on their faces when they get a hit and land the fish. I consider it an honor when they ask about gear, or what they should get next bec ...
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3 Tips To Choose And Use The Right Fly (Post)
Whether you’re new to fly fishing or you have years of experience, one thing can frustrate anglers of all levels—choosing the right fly.It’s true that not all flies are equal. Choosing the right fly ...
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Winter Clean Up and a Good Pot of Gumbo (Post)
It’s cold, snowy, and you’re just dreaming of the next time you can get on the water. I get it. There’s still plenty you can do to maximize your time on the water. My typical approach i ...
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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 favor ...
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10 Must-Have Trout Flies For Fall Fly Fishing (Post)
Fall showers bring high water and fast currents, not to mention aggressive trout. Navigating these cold waters can be a difficult task for fly fishers without the right flies.The Right Fly With ...
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The Salmonfly Hatch (Post)
I’m headed out to Montana in a few weeks to fish the Salmonfly hatch with Jim Mitchell, one of the best guides I have ever fished with and all around great guy. This is a world-famous hatch that ...
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Midges (Post)
Old dudes like me curse a midge hatch. The dominative little flies can be a bugger to tie on. It’s well worth it though. Trout love these guys.Year-round food sourceMidges are an essential food sou ...
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The Two Fly Guy (Post)
Anyone who has followed me for a bit or has gone fishing with me, knows that I am a huge advocate of fishing a double rig. In almost any situation, I have found fishing two flies is completely app ...
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Goodbye Winter, Hello Spring! It's Dry Fly Fishing Time (Post)
Here in Michigan the winter held on a little too long for most of our patience to bare, but as a fly fisherman it sometimes is even more of a burden. Now don't get me wrong, I love hitting the rivers ...