A few weeks ago while guiding, an interesting conversation sparked a discussion regarding strike indicators. Following the conversation, I was asked to write about the different types strike indicators and how…
Category: Fly Fishing Tips
Steelhead Fly Fishing: 4 Quick Tips
As I sit here to write this blog post, I am in Erie with Steelhead on the mind. This is now the third week that we have been in Erie…
Fly Fishing Gear: Selecting a Rain Coat
Over the last week there were several days that we spent on the water during the rain, which has me thinking about rain coats. Fly fishing during the rain can…
Five Fly Patterns for Fall
Knowing which fly patterns to start with can make a day on the water much more productive. Here are 5 of my go-to patterns for the fall months. 1. Eggs-…
Fly Fishing Clear Water: Clothing Color Choice
The fish don’t really care what we wear when we show up to the stream, right? Most times of the year that is probably true, however, when the water is…
Fly Casting: Look Before You Cast
At times, it seems that there’s nothing worse than catching a tree or bush on a back cast. It’s not really something to be embarrassed of — everybody gets…
Fly Fishing Reels: Setting the Drag
While fly fishing on our streams here in Central Pennsylvania, we have large trout that require anglers to fish with a reel that has adequate drag. Having the drag on…
Fly Fishing Low Water: Lengthen the Leader
It’s no secret that fly fishing in low, clear water can present challenges that anglers are not faced with during normal water conditions. One way that anglers can put more…
Summer Fly Fishing: A Quicker Catch and Release
In the summer months, it is even more important to be conscious of the fish that help fuel our passion for fly fishing. When the water temperatures become marginal, we…
6 Fly Patterns for Summer
During the summer, fishing conditions can become technical making fly selection even more important. The patterns listed below are six of my summer go-to’s. 1. Beetles– Japanese Beetles are starting to gather…