It always pays to be well prepared for a day spent on the water fly fishing. In the winter, being well prepared for the conditions can be the difference in…
Category: On the Water
2018 Steelhead Season Off and Running
Last Monday we kicked off the 2018 Steelhead Season in Erie. Many of you are aware that the members that fished last year, Joe McMullen, and myself were all very…
Fly Fishing Tips: How to Stay Dry & Comfortable on Rainy Days
As a fly fishing guide, I usually welcome rain. Rain can create small periods that our water is unfishable, but ultimately the extra water keeps our fish happy, and can…
Selecting a Strike Indicator
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…
Fly Lines Part 1 - Bass Line Basics
Although most fly anglers are quick to talk about the latest and greatest rod, possibly the most cutting edge technology in fly fishing right now is found in the newer…
Smallmouth Bass Float Trips are Back in Action
After waiting nearly a month through rain and high water, the Juniata River is finally back in shape. With a summer that has dealt more than its fair share of…
On the Water Last Week: See the High Water in Spruce Creek for Yourself
This week on the HomeWaters blog we are going to shift focus slightly away from fly fishing tips, and talk directly about high water in Spruce Creek last week. In…
Fly Fishing High, Dirty Water: Attractor Flies
It seems if I’ve said it once, I’ve said it a 1,000 times. 2018 continues to be the year of rain and high water conditions. In case you missed last…
Consistent Rain, Extra Water, and How it Affects the Trout Fishing
2018 continues to be the year of rain and high water. Our creeks and rivers are full of extra water; the fish love it. Rain continues to fall at a…
The 'Launch' of HomeWaters Smallmouth Bass Floats
The start of the summer smallmouth bass float season is finally here. A group of our members kicked off the first float trip of the season over the weekend. A…