Streamer flies can mimic a variety of forage, but none is more common than baitfish. Unlike dry flies that match floating insects, and nymphs that look like aquatic insects in their larval stages, ...

If you find yourself stumped by picky trout with any regularity, it’s probably time for you to learn how to fish a soft hackle fly. These time-tested patterns are characterized by their wispy, “buggy” ...

In theory, fly-fishing is a simple sport: Pick a body of water, choose a fly-fishing rod, select your “fly” (or bait), tie a secure knot, cast your line and, hopefully, land a fish on the other end.

A good fly reel will last a lifetime and help bring countless fish to hand. Fly fishing at its most basic level is just another technique for catching fish. On a deeper level, it’s both a blood sport ...

To the uninitiated, choosing the right type of fly fishing line can be rather daunting. Unlike conventional rods and reels, which rely on the weight of the lure or rig to cast effectively, a fly rod ...

Fly fishing has consumed me and given me a life. Even as a hobby, it was something I could get lost in. It challenged me creatively, physically, skillfully, and mentally. It is art, athletics, sport, ...

You want to learn how to fly fish, or maybe you are just a little bit curious about what fly fishing is. You want to see if it's a fit but are unsure where to start. The internet is a good beginning, ...

Fly fishing is synonymous with trout. When most people think about fly fishing, they conjure images of mountain streams and fish sipping mayflies and caddisflies off the surface. It’s true that the ...

Wondering what fly fishing gear beginners actually need? Our fishing expert outlines nine must-have pieces of fly fishing ...

“See that foam line under the cypress tree? Cast into it.” Alvin Dedeaux says this in an offhand manner, with a slight drawl, and the effect makes the directive sound more like a suggestion. This ...

Fly fishing may seem like just a sport, but for men facing cancer, it's become a meaningful way to connect with others going ...