Drifting Streamers Dead: A Cold-Water Presentation for Big Browns
In cold water, big brown trout follow a stripped streamer and refuse it. Here is how to rig and dead drift a sculpin so they eat it instead of watching...
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Alaska Will Change Forever: Go Now
Alaska, a land renowned for its wild, untouched landscapes and abundant wildlife, offers some of the most spectacular fly fishing experiences in the world. But with increasing popularity and looming...
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The Best Months for Bonefish, and Why They Differ by Island
A month grid for the Bahamas, Belize, Ascension Bay and Christmas Island with the reason behind each window, plus the separate question of how far ahead to book.
What a Bahamas Bonefish Week Actually Costs, Line by Line
The nine-line cost stack for a Bahamas bonefish week, from lodge package and inter-island charter to gratuities and the flats licence, priced per fishing day.
Andros vs Abaco vs Grand Bahama: Which Island Should You Fish?
A straight head-to-head on published average bonefish size, wading versus skiff fishing and bad-weather fallback, with a clear pick for each kind of angler.
Where to Catch Bonefish in the Bahamas: Island by Island
South Andros, Grand Bahama, Abaco, Long Island and the Berry Islands compared by published average bonefish size, water type and who each island actually suits.
Fly Fishing the Río Grande, Tierra del Fuego: Sea-Run Brown Trout
The Rio Grande sea-run brown trout season runs November 1 to April 19, catch-and-release only. Costs, the permit system, and an honest take on the fishing.
Where to Fly Fish in Winter: 8 Trips That Book Right Now
Eight saltwater trips that fish best from December to April, from South Andros bonefish to Seychelles giant trevally, ranked by how hard each is to get right.
Chasing Winter Water: Pyramid Lake and the Case for Fishing Cold
Why we chase Pyramid Lake's giant Lahontan cutthroat in January instead of putting the rods away for winter.
How to Tie the Black Lightning: A Bull Trout Streamer for Winter Water
Learn to tie the Black Lightning, a blue-and-black streamer that covers bull trout, coho, and steelhead when the water runs cold and dirty.
Green River, Utah: Winter Trip Report
In the heart of Utah's fly fishing dreams lives a float down the A section of Green River. Ignoring the weather reports I embarked on an unforgettable fly fishing trip...
Winter Fly Fishing: Not Just Another Essential Tips and Strategies Blog for a Fruitful Season
Winter, often overlooked by many, is a fantastic season for fly fishing. It brings unique challenges and opportunities for anglers who dare to brave the cold. The serene, almost solitary...
How to Identify a Midge Fly and Hatch for Fly Fishing
Midges run size 20 and smaller, hatch year-round, and are the most reliable food source on most trout water. How to identify one and read the hatch when it happens.
15 Awesome Stocking Stuffers for Fly Fishing Anglers
Fifteen fly fishing stocking stuffers an angler will actually use — nippers, forceps, floatant, tippet, flies and wool socks, all under $50.
Easy Holiday Gifts for the Fly Fishing Angler
As the holiday season comes around on our calendars, the quest for the perfect present for the fly fishing enthusiast in your life begins. Fly fishing isn't just a hobby;...
How to Stay Warm When Winter Fly Fishing
My opinion is that fly winter fly fishing is frankly better than summer. There are fewer anglers on the water, the sound of the wind and crystals of snow and...
3 Holiday Fly Fishing Destinations
Three holiday fly fishing destinations that work for the whole family — Belize, Baja and the Florida Keys — each with an FFIP discount attached.
Top 3 Patagonia Winter Jackets for Fly Fishermen
Discover the perfect gear for fly fishermen with our top 3 Patagonia winter jackets. Tailored for the riverside, these jackets offer both warmth and flexibility, ensuring a seamless fishing experience.
Gift a 23Zero Roof Top Tent for Fly Fishing
Are you on the lookout for the perfect gift for the fly fishing enthusiast in your life? Fly fishing anglers want to spend more time camping these days to beat...
RUX Gear Organizers are The Perfect Gift for Fly Fishing
Looking for the perfect gift for fly fishing? Explore our guide to RUX organizers, versatile and durable storage solutions designed to keep outdoor gear organized and easily accessible, making them...
25 Gifts for Fly Fishermen
Looking for a fly fishing gift that actually gets used? Here are 25 of them — merino socks, fly boxes, nets, matched rod and reel combos, and a trip of...