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Surfperch, Fly Fishing the Surf(Post)
When it comes to fly fishing the Pacific shoreline, it can seem pretty intimidating and most of the time it is. But you know as well as I, that fly guys/gals don't give up that easy and are willi
Fish Behavior Based on Water Type(Post)One of the most overlooked aspects of fishing, I think, is fish behavior. I’ve seen beginners really struggle with this, especially if fishing multiple species or changing from one to anothe
Fall Fishing for Steelhead, Trout and Salmon(Post)Finally, It’s October! Fall is by far my favorite time of year. Here in West Virginia the air is getting cooler, the leaves are turning color and falling from the trees and people are excited to be
Shad Fishing: A Hidden Gem(Post)Shad Fishing: Shad are a wonderful gamefish. There are two prevalent species. The Hickory Shad which can be found in waters on the east coast from Florida to New Foundland and A
Master The Art Of Reading The Water: A Guide's Perspective(Post)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
Introduction to Fly Fishing: Reading The Rise(Post)Oh, there's fish rising! So the hustle down to the water, the plop into the stream, hurry and get your fly out......and nothing. I see this mistake all the time.To become a skilled fisherman, you mu
Clear, Slow Water Fly Fishing Tactics(Post)Slow and Low. That’s how you cook proper BBQ, but Slow and Low when it comes to water conditions can be a challenge. Hey, the rivers are on the drop and in great shape. But in many areas, we ar
Fly Fishing Gifts: A Gift Guide for Anglers(Post)Buying a gift for an angler does not have to be challenging and intimidating. Every angler has different and unique tastes. However, there are some common used product you can get them on line that w
5 Tips to Out Fish Your Buddies(Post)Wanna know how to out fish your fishing buddy? Check out these 5 tips.Break old habitsWe all have the “go to” fly and that “go to” fishing hole. We’ve had success with it before, so we should agai
Giving Back by Going Fly Fishing(Post)Frustration, anger, ridicule, watching eyes. These are things that you and I may or may not deal with every day, but to a child with Autism it can be sadly the norm. Now mind you, I am no expert
The Real Deal on Fly Fishing Reels(Post)Opinions vary greatly on the type of reel, and certainly the expense, of the reel a fly fisherman needs. The needs of a fly reel are far different than a gear reel. In gear fishing, a good qual
Fly Fishing Egg Patterns: A Guide's Take(Post)A Fly Fishing Guide’s Take on Fishing Egg Patterns I’ve spent most of my adult life standing knee-deep in cold rivers, watching trout do exactly what nature wired them to do. As a professional fly fi
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 –
Nymph Fishing: Part 3(Post)When nymph fishing, you want your presentation as long on the bottom as possible. An often-overlooked critical aspect to this is actually the cast you are deploying. If you are trying to deploy
Fly Fishing Trip Preparation(Post)When you’re going on an excursion trip, it’s pretty obvious you need to spend time getting ready in advance, but many anglers fail to prepare for day trips. Ever look forward to going on a day tri
Summer Time, Fly Fishing Time(Post)Summer is here, and early summer is one of my favorite times of year to fly fish. I can ditch the waders and wet wade. There’s nothing like a beautiful 80 degree day on a mountain river wading
