The Big “T” is one of the largest rivers on the Front Range, due in part to the enormous number of drainages that come together to form it. The other reason this is a big river is due to the 13-mile, 9-foot diameter Alva B. Adams Tunnel that brings water from Shadow Mountain Reservoir on […]
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A ‘heathen misfit’ or a ‘kids toy’ wonder fly, whatever your thoughts are on the Squirmy Wormy, I can tell you one thing. They are irrelevant! This pattern catches fish and does so in whatever conditions you fish it in. The fact is that even the purist of fly fishers, you know those anglers that
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Fishing has been the most popular outdoor activity in the US for centuries. It has helped many families, including mine, bond; fishing was the only activity I loved doing with my dad while young. He taught me most of the things I know about fly fishing and even made sure I accompanied him on most
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Learn about the key factors to consider when reading the water for fly fishing, and discover the characteristics of a great fly fishing river. Find out what conditions are needed for trout to thrive, and get tips on how to find the best fly fishing rivers. From researching online to joining a fly fishing club
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As a fly fisherman, you might know that fly fishing is a bit different from other forms of fishing because the fly line is the foundation of the tackle, not the reel and rod. That’s because flies don’t have any weight, so they can’t help with casting. In fact, some flies can even make casting
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Years ago, some buddies from work who knew I enjoyed fly fishing invited me to travel to Arkansas with them for 4 days. That first trip was AWESOME and since then I’ve traveled back to Arkansas 3 times. I love exploring new waters, but “finding” fishy water can yield fishless days. If you were to
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With nearly 9,000 miles of waterways in Arkansas, you’re bound to get exceptional fishing opportunities. Personally, I experienced Arkansas fishing while young with my elder brother, who loved exploring the White River. The White River has been my best trout fishing destination in Arkansas for over a decade. Plus, the fact that it’s inconsistent makes
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Despite being a landlocked state, Utah does offer some of the most fantastic fishing experiences on the planet ranging from crystal-clear streams to Alpine lakes. Therefore, Utah fishing has always surprised me, especially when the state experiences moderate-to-extreme drought. Generally, the drought did affect fishing in Utah, but I still had fun when I visited
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Starting Out – Techniques for Tying Flies Placing the hook in the vise. Clamp onto the hook bend, avoid clamping by the barb and keep the hook level. Threading a Bobbin Snip the thread off flush, start in the bobbin and draw the thread through by sucking on tube. Wrapping thread on a Hook ALWAYS
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The Pine Tree State is known for being one of the lushest states, thanks to the over 40,000 acres of wild blueberries, but did you know that it’s an exceptional angler’s destination? I discovered this last year when I finally explored its long, rocky Atlantic Coast. Maine has some of the best striped bass in
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