A lot of anglers think of trout fishing the West when referring to float trips in drift boats. However, a drift boat is the first thing that comes to mind…
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Fly Fishing Tips: Honing Hooks
Fly fishermen love gadgets. While guiding I tend to get asked a lot of questions about my hook hone. Why take the time to hone a hook? Well I find…
HomeWaters Gear Review: Orvis Clearwater Fly Rods
Many anglers are aware of the Orvis Clearwater Fly Rod as an entry level fly rod that’s been around for a long time. Nearly two years ago, Orvis released an…
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 how…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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 how…
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…