Fly Fishing Tips for Beginners

Fly fishing is a very popular fishing sport that can be both relaxing and challenging at the same time. The following tips and tricks are ideal for beginners. When you’re just starting out learning to fly fish you’ll want all the help and advice that you can get from the experts. Tip #1: Practice your Casting The experts say that the one thing that you need to do to develop a good casting technique is to practice as often as you can. This will lead to a proficiency in casting that... Read more »

Gifts For The Fly Fishermen This Holiday Season: A Guide For Those Who Know Nothing About Fishing

It seems that just about everyone has one of them in their life-a fisherman that may leave you feeling completely clueless when it comes to choosing a gift for the holiday season. My dad is fanatical about fishing. When I was a kid he would wake me in the freezing dawn hours and set me up with a fishing pole and a box of fishing flies where I would stand for hours. I suppose I never really understood what it was that lit his passion for fishing. This is same reason I never really know what to... Read more »

Alaskan Fly Fishing - The Thrill And The Enjoyment!

Your search for nature at its best,where beauty is unspoiled,and quest for incredible fishing of Alaska rainbow trout, salmon and many other species of Alaska fish that thrive in abundance, coupled with quality accommodations, fine dining and comfort ends here. Enjoy some of the best fly-fishing in the world and you will have the time of your life, fishing Alaska in style.Times when you need to pamper your wildest wishes and want your family to be a part of this thrilling experience… you have... Read more »

The Importance of Setting the Hook When Fly Fishing

The sport of fly fishing consists of many specialized skills that come together in a delicate balance of rhythm and precision. Setting the hook is one of those specialized skills. Many times the techniques for setting the hook are neglected by fly fishermen who spend many hours practicing and reading about casting and fly tying skills. Unlike many of the skills of fly fishing, it is almost impossible to practice setting the hook without a live fish on the end of your fly line. The first step... Read more »

Recreational Fishing Versus Commercial Fishing

Who are more important, recreational anglers or commercial fishermen? The question never entered anyone’s thought process 50 years ago, but in an age that recognizes not only the economic powerhouse that sport fishing has become, plus the need for recreation and relaxation brought about by high-pressure 21st century jobs, it is time to address a growing issue. Angling or fishing means the act of preying by fishing line or trapping creatures that remain alive in water.Some consider fishing... Read more »

Top Fly Fishing Spots In The US

Fly fishing is a sport that is enjoyed around the world. Millions of people have discovered the joy and excitement of fishing. While fly fishing is practiced in every state in the US some areas naturally rise to the top as offering the best fly fishing around. The Catskill Mountains of New York are renowned for fishing. The late 19th century saw anglers in the Catskills developing artificial flies designed to imitate natural insects. The Beaverkill is perhaps the most popular of the Catskill rivers.... Read more »

The Etiquette of Fly Fishing a Stream

Fly fishing can be enjoyed by everyone. It transcends all the boundaries associated with age, status, or wealth. Stream fly fishing is known as a gentle sport and that should be reflected in our stream manner and etiquette. For the most part, the rules of stream etiquette are nothing more then good old common sense. However, they might entail things that have been forgotten, or that a beginner might not think of while fly fishing. One of the most important things to remember is not to crowd another... Read more »

How Are Dry Flies Made

Fly fishing is an interesting sport with a growing number of people participating. When people start out fishing they usually just buy all of the gear that they need, including their artificial flies. Once people get hooked on fly fishing though they often start thinking about making their own flies as a way to stay involved with the sport during the off-season months. While some flies can be tricky to make others are actually well within the abilities of the average fly fisher. Even children can... Read more »

The Five Main Types of Fly Fishing Flies

Although there are hundreds of types of flies used for fly fishing, most of them fall into five specific categories, or types. These types are dry flies, wet flies, nymphs, streamers and buck tails, and terrestrials. The main purpose of the fly is to imitate an insect that the fish wants to eat. A dry fly imitates a natural insect that is floating on the top of the water. Fish are very sensitive to any motion of their water and how currents move the insects they want for food. In fly fishing, if... Read more »

Selecting Your First Balanced Fly Fishing Outfit

If you have decided to start fly fishing, one of the most difficult steps is the selection of your first outfit. To be a successful fly fisherman it is essential that each piece of your outfit works together in a comfortable and efficient way. When all the pieces work together, an outfit t is said to be balanced. The five essential pieces that make up an outfit include the line, rod, reel, leader, and fly. Many people that are beginning fly fishing chose their line first. This is because it is necessary... Read more »