It could be argued that Montana is the epicenter of trout fishing in North America. Whether you agree with that statement or not, it is fair to say there is an enormous amount of fishable water in Montana. Montana has a different feel too. Difficult to convey in words, Montana...
New Mexico offers a wide variety of trout fly fishing experiences for anglers of all levels. From pristine alpine lakes to meandering rivers, this beautiful state is home to numerous species of fish waiting to be caught. Its National Forests offer countless opportunities to fly fish New Mexico and it's...
Fly fishing is a gear-centric sport. One of my favorite aspects of the sport is that there is an endless amount of cool equipment to choose from at different price points. If you are looking for gift ideas for the fly fisherman in your life, then look no further. Picking...
One of the best parts of fly fishing is the gear that goes along with the sport. Choosing the right fly gear for beginners can be hard. It is difficult and often intimidating to know where to start and which gear is essential to angling. It is important to choose...
Taking the road less traveled to explore new water can yield huge rewards. Many of today's famous trout rivers are overcrowded with anglers. This is especially true after the pandemic, as we have seen a huge explosion in people desiring to be outside, away from the confines of urban living....
Georgia is not known for having large insect hatches like many of the Western states are known for, but does offer unique fly fishing opportunities 12 months of the year. From the small blue line freestone streams high in the Appalachian Mountains to the larger tailwaters found in the foothills,...
An Anglers Guide to Colorado's Best Trout FishingNo other state in the Union has more fishy topography than the state of Colorado. When it comes to the American West, the state of Colorado has a lot to offer fly fishermen when seeking a destination to fish some of the country's...
America the beautiful! We are fortunate to live in such an amazing country. Like our forefathers before us, there is something about the call of adventure and the freedom to roam that makes us uniquely American. Fortunately for us, our forefathers chose some of the most diverse angling terrains in...
There are thousands of different flies available to beginners, but which are going to perform the best regardless of where you go? Over the last 6 years, we've compiled a list of trout flies to answer that exact question, "what are the best flies for beginners?" In no particular order,...
Dry Fly / Emerger Leader SetupUsing overly thick line and short leaders can spook fish with a heavy landing on the surface. This is where putting distance between your colored fly line and your dry fly is crucial. The key to a soft dry fly landing is a longer leader using thin, flexible mono...
