One of my favorite fly fishing tactics to share is understanding how to present the fly and matching the hatch. Fly fishing will provide you with a lifetime of learning and enjoyment. You will learn...

Being prepared in life is a key facet of being successful. To be successful as a fly angler, time needs to be put in off the water organizing flies, rods, reels and the minor accessories. Too often,...

Before we dive into the specifics of what makes the best fly rod, reel, and line for nymph fishing, a quick note of encouragement: You can fish nymphs successfully with practically any fly rod. Just...

There’s nothing like a warm, summer evening on the water. Every angler knows that late summer means terrestrial season. I will always remember my first time fishing with a hopper pattern. It took...

Are you wondering how the fly fishing reels work? After all, unlike the spinning reels, which are all-round fishing gear used for a wide range of purposes, fly fishing reel is only used to cast...

Last summer my bluegill fishing was definitely weird. The fish wouldn’t hit anything, shallow or deep, cork, rubber or feather. They just weren’t interested.  I followed the same time patterns...

Generally, the 11 types of lakes found on the planet can be grouped into three classes depending on their biological productivity level. And if you have never caught trout in these different groups...

When it comes to what’s on the forefront of a fly angler’s mind before a day on the water, what to wear is usually low on the list. Flies, rod and reel choice and the ideal fishing spot is what most...