At some point, one angler will usually say to another, “Good luck”. Like many things in life, there can also be a fair amount of luck involved with fly fishing.…
Category: Fly Fishing Tips
On the Water: Stoneflies
Stoneflies are sometimes an overlooked food group by fly fisherman. However, a stonefly is a large meal that a nice trout certainly does not overlook. Stoneflies can be found in…
Dry Fly Fishing: Summer
What time of year comes to mind when thinking about dry fly fishing? Most anglers that fish in Pennsylvania would say during the spring season. Spring is often considered the…
Fly Fishing: Cast Close By First
How does that old saying go? Thats right, “The grass is always greener on the other side”. While it is a saying that I’m sure has been applied to many things…
Dry Fly Fishing: Fly Floatant
Rising fish will quickly remind anglers the importance of having a fly that floats well. It’s very hard to keep a dry fly floating on the water without the use…
Nymph Fishing: Two Fly Rigs
Often when I am tying up a nymph rig, it consists of two flies. While there are certain days that one fly pattern works best, there are many more days that a…
Fly Fishing Gear: 4 Gadgets Worth Carrying
In the world of fly fishing, there are now an endless number of gadgets available to perform just about any task. So where does an angler even start when deciding…
Fly Fishing: Fish that Got Away & Stories for Another Day
Fish can get away when a strike is missed. Fish can get away when they wrap themselves around logs and rocks. Fish can get away when they jumped through the…
Fly Rod Grip: Place Your Thumb On Top
I often say that fly fishing is a game of inches. Meaning, all the little aspects of fly fishing make a big difference in the results of putting fish in the…
Bootfoot Waders: Keep Your Feet Warm
Now that December is starting and temperatures are cooling down, being dressed appropriately is important to feeling comfortable while on the water. A question that I’m frequently asked is, “What’s…