Beyond the Dry Fly: Understanding Caddis Below the Surface For many fly anglers, caddis season means one thing: tying on an Elk Hair Caddis and waiting for trout to start rising. Few sights in fly fishing are more exciting than...
The salmonfly hatch is one of the most anticipated events of the year. Big bugs, aggressive eats, and fish looking up all day—it’s what many anglers wait for all winter. But the anglers who consistently do well aren’t just showing up when the hatch starts. They’re prepared well before the first bug crawls out.
Spring is one of the most productive—and often overlooked—times to fish stillwaters. As ice comes off and water temps begin to rise, trout transition from winter lethargy into active feeding modes. The key is understanding where they are in the water column and how they’re feeding.
Here are three techniques that consistently produce in spring.
Winter trout fishing gets a reputation for being “hard,” but the truth is a little more nuanced. The fish don’t become smarter, trickier, or impossible—they just feed less often and in shorter windows. Once you understand why and adjust your tactics, winter can be one of the most peaceful, rewarding times to be on the water.
Below is a friendly, practical guide to getting started (or motivated) for winter trout fishing
Big Y Fly Co. vs Big Retail Brands: What You’re Really Paying For Ever wonder why you’re paying $2.00–$7.50 for a single fly at a big box retailer—but can get the same pattern from us for under a buck? We...
This started off as a review and comparison between the Sage R8 Salt and the Orvis Helios D. I fished those two rods extensively for bonefish and triggerfish on a recent trip to Christmas Island. They were both so nice,...
Christmas Island is an intimidating place. Its often the farthest, most remote place that most fly anglers have ever gone, and may be the only place like it that many anglers will ever go. Its a gateway to extreme travel, and its a big trip to prepare for, especially if its your first time doing something like it. We stayed at Sunset Horizon Lodge, which is booked through Fly Water Travel. Even if you are staying at one of the other four outfits on the island, this should all be relevant and be useful in helping you prepare for this trip.
The Multi-Fly Rig for Stillwater Fly Fishing Lake fly fishing, or stillwater fly fishing, can be challenging for those accustomed to river fishing. Without the varying currents, it might seem slow and uninteresting, but lake fly fishing can enhance your...
Seattle is a beautiful city, renowned for its great coffee, progressive music scene, and as the headquarters of numerous high-tech companies. It’s also famous for its rain and being surrounded by water, which naturally attracts fly fishers.
While the steelhead runs on well-known rivers like the Skykomish are well-documented, there are many lesser-known opportunities close to Pike Place Market that are often overlooked. If you’re willing to explore beyond trout and steelhead, you can enjoy year-round fishing in this major metropolitan area—just don’t forget your raincoat!
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