Fly fishing was once viewed as a sport for men. This may be due in part to the early elitist status of the sport. Even nostalgia tends to favor the masculine involvement in fly fishing. However, fly fishing is now appropriately recognized as a great sport fishing option for men and women alike. In fact, [...]
Tying your own flies can be very rewarding and relaxing. It also has another benefit in giving you something to do if you are unfortunate to live where the rivers are frozen in winter, or fly fishing is closed for some months each year.
The tools are simple. You could make most of them yourself, however [...]
In The Great Lakes Steelhead Chronicles, Jerry Darkes provides an overview of the developing fishery for this great fish through the eyes of local fly fishing guides and outfitters. With nearly 11,000 miles of shoreline and thousands of miles of tributary streams the Great Lakes is a freshwater angler’s dream. Join Jerry and fellow anglers [...]
There are several things that you need to think about when choosing the right type of rod for you. Every reel and rod has a certain function that you need to be aware of.
One of the first things that you need to consider is comfort. Is the rod that you’re using comfortable for you to [...]
Fly fishing has been around in diverse varieties for several years. Early historical document show that Macedonian fishers were using artificial flies to catch fish since the 2nd century. The Roman Claudius Aelianus described the Macedonian anglers as using six-foot rods with six-foot line. Aelianus elaborated how the Macedonian fishermen would craft artificial flies from [...]
The_Fly_Fishing_Guidebook Supplies all the basic information needed by the beginner, as well as useful tips and resources for the more experienced fly fisherman.
The_Fly_Fishing_Guidebook
You'll find all the information you need to start flyfishing in Fly Fishing For Beginners, this 1 hour 43 minutes long audiobook, will teach you getting professional pointers on finding the right stance, and information on the most common casting problems so you can avoid each one! What's more, you'll discover the basic equipment requirements for balancing, successful strategies for night fishing, ways to deal with weather constraints and changing water levels, plus strategies for successful lake selection. Fly Fishing For Beginners