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…
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Featured Fly: Zebra Midge
No matter what time of the year or which stream you are fishing, a midge pattern can serve as a standby fly. In every creek that we fish, there are…
Leaving "Bad Casts" Lay on the Water
You step into your favorite section of your favorite stream to find a nice fish feeding on the surface. You tie on a fly that you believe will successfully fool…
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…
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…
Fly Fishing High Water: 3 Valuable Tips for Fighting Large Trout
Landing large trout on a fly rod is a task that can take awhile to learn. Every fish will fight a little differently, and every section of river presents different…
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…
5 Tips for Summer Fly Fishing Success
When it comes to fly fishing, being “in the know” helps put more fish in the net. Here are 5 quick tips that will lead to better angling during the…