How to Reel in a Fish Fly Fishing Take a seasoned angler and hand them a fly rod and reel for the first time – what do you think will happen? Chances are they’ll do only slightly better than anyone else picking up fly fishing for the first time. Though they both involve a rod, reel, and line, traditional angling and fly fishing have major differences including how to find fish and reel [...]
Getting Started Fly Fishing Have you just read A River Runs Through It and are now eager to write your own fly fishing story? Has a buddy invited you out on the river and you’re ready to test your skills? No matter what motivates you to start fly fishing - you’ll need the right equipment for the best chance at reeling in the lunkers. Getting outfitted is important, but there’s no reason fly [...]
Finding the Best Fly Fishing Kayak One of the best things about fly fishing is that you can often fish and wade without the need for a boat. When you’re fishing in a foot of water – a boat doesn’t make much sense. You can accomplish a lot by wading, but how many times have you wished you had a way to get under that brush or into the deeper water where you [...]
2021 Must Have Fly Fishing Gear 2021 is here and thank goodness after last year. In just a few months all your favorite fishing spots will melt, the sun will come back, and you’ll be ready for an excellent year on the water - but what are you supposed to do until then? How about loading up with all the 2021 must have gear for fly fishing? We’ve scoured different brands, guides, and [...]
What is the Best Tactical Flashlight for Fishing? In a perfect world, the sun would always be shining on you wherever you fished, but anglers know that’s not the case. Whether it’s pre-dawn hikes to the perfect fishing spot or dark clouds making things tough - every angler needs a great flashlight for fishing. Picking up a flashlight for fishing seems straightforward but the unique environment and needs of fly fishing make choosing [...]
What is the Best Fly Fishing Jacket? A perfect day on the water starts with packing the perfect gear. While you can get away with low-quality gear in many different areas of fly fishing one thing you should never skimp on is a great jacket. A high-quality fishing or wading jacket makes a big difference between a cruddy day spent shivering and wet versus an enjoyable day even when it’s nasty out. Only [...]
What is Urban Fly Fishing? When most people imagine fly fishing they picture pastoral scenes back-dropped by mountains or nailing fish on saltwater flats in the Florida sun. We all have romantic notions of angling destinations but what about fly fishing a couple blocks away from a pawn shop? Under an overpass? Though fly fishing has long been associated with the wilderness and getting out to untouched beauty, urban fly fishing is the [...]
Fly Fishing in a Pond Let’s say you’ve just watched a River Runs Through It for the first time or can’t quit listening to your coworker tell his fly-fishing stories. Fly fishing is a fantastic hobby, and you’re ready to invest your time and resources to learn the art. There’s a big problem though - there aren’t any fishing spots in your local area. There are no rivers or gold metal waters, just [...]
CO Fishing License Basics What Does a CO Fishing License Cover? A state of Colorado fishing license covers much more than fishing. All annual licenses come with a mandatory $10 habitat stamp to help protect wildlife and a 25-cent search and rescue fee that covers you in case you become lost or hurt in the wilderness. CO Fishing License Bag / Catch and Release Limits Your CO fishing license allows for both catch [...]
Should I Tie My Own Flies? Fly fishing is an immersive experience. Any type of fishing requires skill, luck, and patience, but fly-fishing is a unique form of angling that requires listening to local surroundings to get the best fish. The fly-fishing experience involves reading the water, checking the hatch, and using the right fly. If you’ve been out on the water a few times and gotten the basics down, can you learn [...]
