When I was new to fly fishing I recall having a ton of questions about when, where, what, etc. I was always wading through the junk online to get to the best content. If you're looking for informative YouTube videos on fly fishing, here are some top recommendations that answer a variety of questions on the topic.

For a ton of fly fishing anglers trout is where it starts. Some will progress and get into other species and then one day you will want to go saltwater fishing. Saltwater fly fishing is an entirely different game. The fish are absolute beasts in comparison to freshwater fish. They are powerful, ferocious eaters and will test your metal.  I’ve seen experienced anglers and beginners go to salt and the results vary greatly but don’t always align as you would think.

I live in Utah and I get to go saltwater fly fishing a few times a year.  I like to feel that I get better every time and it has taken a while but in comparison to someone who is around it all the time, I’m sure my skills are a bit lower.  Here are tips that I’ve picked up from all kinds of experts along the way and I know these fly fishing tips for saltwater will certainly make your next trip better.

When you start saltwater fly fishing, you might find yourself in a sea of confusion. This glossary throws you a linguistic life raft, packed with the essential terms to conquer the jargon.

Continental land masses can significantly affect tides and tidal ranges due to their size, shape, and position relative to the oceans. When you start thinking about the various characteristics of a land mass it's easy to imagine that the mass can alter a tide. In addition to mass it is often the topography that can give you clues.  Of course there are many elements but here are a few to keep in mind when researching an area and defining where you locational goals bay be.  

The moon phases can tell you quite a bit about the tides.  The interface of the moon, sun and earth are the major controllers of the tide and yes there are other aspects to be considered.  What I w...

If you haven’t already read, Moon Phases and Their Effect on Tides, then I suggest you start there. Fly fishing often leads enthusiasts to some of the most serene and picturesque water bodies. However, for those casting their lines in tidal areas, the beauty of these environments can sometimes contradict the underlying dangers posed by tidal swings. Understanding these risks is not just about a better fly fishing experience; it's a crucial aspect of ensuring safety. I had a friend get out on an exposed island while wading up in Boston and a few minutes later, he was in a bad spot. A tidal swing occurred and there was deep water and heavy currents between him and safety.  Thankfully, he hustled and made it out but in just a few more minutes he could have been in extreme danger of drowning and if escaping extreme hypothermia. 

Tidal predictions are generally based on astronomical factors, primarily the gravitational pull of the Moon and the Sun. However, several local and environmental factors can cause actual tides to differ from these predictions. The key is to understand that Tide Charts tell you predictions and they aren’t fact.  There are numerous influencers that can change and adjust tides. For example, I wrote an article on how continental masses can effect tides that you would enjoy.  This article explains several other examples that are a bit easier to observe or take into consideration.  Several of the examples are acute instance related and others are obtuse in nature. 

Alright you are out on the river and the day is great in comes another angler and the yahoo has on every piece of Simms gear on the planet.  Sadly, half the tags are still in place and you just have that feeling..."improper fly fishing etiquette coming in soon!"  You know, the one where you cringe your teeth. Some feelings inside are telling you that it’s about to go down and not in a good way. The water you have been aiming to hit is about to get smashed by oversized bobbers and unneeded wading. It happens all the time so why do we get so frustrated?  Let’s focus on a few things. One let's ditch the stuffy rulebooks and dive into stream etiquette that's equal parts chill and crucial.

The Denver Fly Fishing Show was hopping this year and full of great manufacturers that are gearing up for the next summer season.  Three days of walking around, and chatting with old and new friends was more than fun.  Not all of it is fun and catching up but instead, there is a lot of looking into what is coming and how the industry is changing.  Here are a few things I found at the show that should be really exciting for anglers in the upcoming year.