Tag - winter fly fishing tips

4 Nymphs for Late Winter Trout Fly Fishing

After months of staring at tiny midges and praying for warmer weather, anglers are ready for winter to break.  At first, winter is a uniquely fun time of year to be out on the water:  snow falling and the icy temperatures seem to be worn as badges of honor that only...

Read more...

What to Wear Fly Fishing in the Winter

Would you rather write the fishing report or read the fishing report?  That’s the conundrum for so many anglers during the cold winter months.  Sure, the fish are out there and probably willing to eat, but is it really worth it during that snowstorm that brings several inches of snow and...

Read more...

Top 4 Winter Dry Flies For Fly Fishing

Winter months are often spent staring at strike indicators leading tiny nymphs in an effort to muscle up trout from the depths of icy streams.  While there’s nothing wrong with nymphing through the entire season, there’s something about watching trout come up and sip dry flies that is exhilarating on another...

Read more...

4 Winter Fly Fishing Tactics to Catch More Trout

There are many anglers who consider winter to be the most enjoyable time to be out on the water.  Solitude is in short supply during these cold months, and the fish still have to eat despite snow and cold temperatures!  The situation changes in many ways when targeting trout in the...

Read more...

7 Tactics For Fly Fishing For Winter Trout

As the temperature begins to drop winter fly fishing season is approaching fast. This can be a difficult time for anglers but can also be rewarding as the crowded days on the water begin to dwindle. Here are a few tips to maximize your fly fishing even through the winter months: 1....

Read more...

4 Simple Considerations To Spook Less Trout

Written by CASTING ACROSS Maybe grandpa told you not to talk or you’ll scare away the fish. Perhaps you watched a super artsy video on YouTube where the anglers moved in slow motion. Whatever the reason, you’re convinced that trout are the smartest creatures on this planet. And not just smart: paranoid....

Read more...

How To Fight A Fish In Big Water

Bringing a fish to the surface when you're trying to land it will certainly make it more challenging. If you bring the fish to the surface you will be fighting both the fish and the current. Doubling the challenge and doubling the probability of not netting your catch. Not only that,...

Read more...
the fly crate pro staff, fly fishing flies for trout, large trout catch on a fly, high quality fly fishing photo

How to Fly Fish in the Winter: Top 15 Winter Trout Flies

Fly fishing in the winter can be challenging but, also, highly rewarding. Most people do not venture outside their homes so winter fly fishing keeps the crowds away, and often times you'll have the water all to yourself. Generally speaking, trout are a smidge sluggish in the winter as they become...

Read more...
Join Waitlist We will inform you when the product arrives in stock. Please leave your valid email address below.