Fly fishing requires a lot of planning and gear that could make life stressful. It looks like fun, but is fly fishing relaxing? The Quick Answer to Is Fly Fishing Relaxing There are several ways to look at fly fishing as a leisure sport. The purpose and reward or lack thereof really comes down to […]
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To get in as much fishing as possible to satisfy my obsession, I’ve found that I can’t let the weather stop me from heading to the river. This mentality has led me to stand in some of the coldest water imaginable in the dead of winter, swinging my humble fly with teeth chattering. I’ve learned
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You always see fly fishermen with all their specialized gear such as the rod and reel, vest, net, pliers, and flies. So, is fly fishing really expensive? The Quick Answer to Is Fly Fishing Expensive Fly fishing can be expensive if you go all out, but it doesn’t have to be. If you buy the
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Fly fishing looks more like a beautiful dance than fishing at times, but there could be hidden dangers. Is fly fishing dangerous? The Quick Answer to Is Fly Fishing Dangerous Fly fishing can be surprisingly dangerous if you are not careful. The biggest risks are dehydration from the heat, hypothermia from the cold water, and
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Everybody wants to catch more fish when fly fishing, but is a tippet really that important? The Quick Answer to What is Fly Fishing Tippet? A fly fishing tippet is a monofilament line attached to the end of the leader. It is a specific gauge, and you tie your fly on the end of the
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Fly fishing is loads of fun and quite relaxing, but there are so many confusing products and accessories to buy and use. A common question I hear is Which Fly Floatant to Use? The Short Answer to What is Fly Fishing Floatant? Dry fly floatant is a combination of a wax and carrier in a
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So, you want to bring teach your kids how to fly fish. We all have this vision of those perfect moments of you being with your child reeling that first fish on a fly rod. Detailed below are the steps to teaching your kids how to be a fishing partner for life. But first a
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I love winter fly fishing to get out of the house and get active, but there is a problem. I need to use both of my hands, and they freeze solid. They turn numb, and it gets tough to control the line. So, here is how to keep your hands warm while fly fish in
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My home water is a smaller river (perfect for a canoe) with sections of faster water that just begged to have a streamer drifted through it. To reduce the number of fly rods in the canoe I learned a how to make sinking leaders that can be quickly attached to a fly line. The steps
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Cabin fever is driving me crazy and I need to get out , but I hate getting cold. I especially don’t like my feet getting cold so here are my tricks to keep my feet warm while winter fly fishing: Select wading boots with lots of wiggle room for your toes. Keep your feet DRY,
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