Where to point beginners to fly fishing to fill a fly box? I’ve really struggled with this, folks asking what flies should I start out with? Well, I’m excited to provide the “deets” for the Ventures Fly Co 40 Fly Assortment, a collection that’s should be the perfect jumping off point for starting your fly […]
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A steady drizzle is falling from a gray sky. You are standing on the edge of a swollen river with a fly box in your hand. Somewhere in those cold and murky depths, a steelhead is lurking. Which fly is going to tempt this fish that has traveled the oceans and returned to this river,
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While teaching myself to fly fish, I found myself using methods that were far from what I saw other people on the river doing. I didn’t care much about how I looked fishing, though; I was just trying to catch fish. But, when I began to discuss what I was doing with other fly fishermen,
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While we all think of a trout’s native environment as a stream or river, lakes are extremely productive and often provide the best chance for a trophy. Lakes offer a unique challenge, especially when it comes to selecting the right fly. Unlike the dynamic currents of rivers, lakes require a more thoughtful approach, one that
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All these crazy terms used in fly fishing. No wonder less people are flinging flies every year. This article is going to simplify one of those mystery terms. What is a DUN in fly fishing? A fly fishing DUN is the stage of the mayfly between a nymph and adult mayfly. The technical term is
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It’s been a great day on the water. Laughs were had, a delicious meal was enjoyed riverside, and I have pictures of some respectable Rainbow trout that were boated. As our drift boat turns toward our take out, my attention turns to my right back pocket. My guide was an excellent host and I learned
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You never realize how useful a landing net is until you’re stuck without one. That’s why in this post, we share a few tips on the best way to carry a fly fishing net so you’ll have it within arm’s reach when it counts! Use a Magnetic Net Holder If you wear a fly fishing
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Bluegills aren’t the biggest or most glamorous fish to catch with a fly rod, but when you fish for them, the fundamentals are still touched: rigging your equipment, reading the water, casting, presentation, and fly selection. And with bluegills found in abundance in ponds and lakes across the country, catching bluegills and other panfish is
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The mayfly plays an indispensable role in the diet of trout, often considered the most favored insect by these fish. Trout eagerly feed on mayflies at every stage of their lifecycle, from the nymphs crawling along the riverbed, to the emergers swimming towards the surface, and finally the adult spinners delicately resting on the water
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If you don’t want to rely on store-bought fly fishing leaders, why not take the DIY route and tie your own. Here’s how to get started. Building a leader specifically to your needs can improve fly turn-over, delicacy of presentation and depth of nymph. Please read through these instructions they work great with the video
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