Top 10 Fly Fishing Rivers/Lakes in Idaho and Why to Go
Idaho, much like Montana, is a revered destination for fly fishing enthusiasts, boasting a rich tapestry of rivers and fish species. Its waterways have been fished for centuries, first by...
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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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Top 10 Fly Fishing Rivers in Montana and Why to Go
Montana is a premier destination for fly fishing, with its pristine rivers and abundant trout populations. The state's fly fishing history is rich, with many rivers having been fished by...
The Top 10 Fly Fishing Rivers/Lakes in Utah and Why to Go
Utah's fly fishing scene has changed quite a bit over the last 10 years. Previously, it may not have be as internationally renowned as some of its neighboring states. However,...
Top 10 Fly Fishing Rivers/Lakes in Nevada and Why to Go
Nevada might be more famous for its desert landscapes and the glitz of Las Vegas, but it also offers unique and often overlooked fly fishing opportunities. The state's waters are...
Why Fish Are Wary
Let’s take a look at feeding and fleeing scenarios and why scientifically fish are wary. We can prepare ourselves for the best ways to tackle these and other situations. Understanding...
Identifying a Mayfly Hatch
Upright sail-like wings, a tapered body and two or three long tails mean mayfly. How to spot the hatch, read the rise form, and pick the stage the trout are...
Mayfly - Stages of an Insect
Mayflies pass through four stages that matter to an angler — nymph, emerger, dun and spinner. What each one looks like, how trout eat it, and the pattern that covers...
OSSCP Fly Selection Formula for Success
OSSCP is my fly selection formula — Observation, Silhouette, Size, Color, Presentation. Why the first and last matter far more than the pattern in your hand.
How to Fish a Caddis Fly
Caddis give you four fishable stages and each one wants a different presentation. The dead drift, the Leisenring lift and the evening skitter — how to fish each.
Identifying a Caddis Fly and Hatch
Caddis have tent-shaped hairy wings, long antennae and no tails. How to tell one from a mayfly, read the life cycle, and know which stage the trout are actually eating.
How to Fish a Blue Winged Olive (BWO) Pattern
Blue Winged Olives show up when nothing else will, usually on the ugliest days of the year. How to match the stage, drift it clean, and fish the spinner fall.
Identifying the Blue Winged Olive (BWO) Fly and Hatch
Blue Winged Olives are small olive mayflies that come off on cold, grey, drizzly days when nothing else will. How to identify one and read the subtle sip that gives...
Understanding Nymphing and Wet Flies
So, what's a nymph? Simply, it's a stage in the life cycle of an aquatic insect. But for those passionate about fly fishing, it's much more. It's a critical component...
A Deep Dive into Nymph Fishing with Lance Egan, the Competitive Angler
When we think about fly fishing, it's not just the thrill of the catch that drives us; it's the entire experience. Recently, Lance, a seasoned fly fishing guide and video...
Rod Length Effects on European Nymphing
I have these calculated distances so a chart that visually compares the scenarios can be created. This will make it easy for anglers to interpret the data and choose the...
Fly Fishing Tactics and Observations with Pat Dorsey
Pat has been a fishing guide since the early 1990s and co-owns Blue Quill Angler in Evergreen, Colorado. His main guiding locations are on the South Platte drainage, where he...
Fly Fishing for Advanced Anglers
Are you an advanced trout angler looking to take your fly fishing skills to the next level? If so, this blog post is for you! Here we will discuss some...