Your First Trip Abroad: Five That Are Hard to Get Wrong
Belize, the Bahamas, Argentina or a Montana dry run. Five first trips with short journeys and forgiving fishing, plus the line-management mistake that ruins day one.
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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 Bucket List, Honestly Ranked by What You Get for the Money
Eight bucket-list fly fishing trips ranked by what you get per dollar and per day away, not by sticker price. Includes the trips worth a premium.
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.
Heat, Sun, and Long Days: Taking Kids Fishing in the Tropics
On a saltwater trip the fishing is rarely what beats a kid. Heat, sun, and boat time are. How to manage the conditions so the fishing gets a chance.
Permit on the Flats: Accuracy, the Drop, and the Eat You Have to See
Belize permit guide Damien Nurre's approach — spook them or catch them, fish the drop, and set on what you see rather than what you feel.
Tarpon on the Flats: The Cast, the Strip-Set, and the First Ninety Seconds
Capt. Joel Dickey's casting drill, his 60-20-20 leader, and the hookset — everything that decides a tarpon in the first ninety seconds.
Bonefish on the Flats: How to See the Fish Before You Cast
Nervous water, tails, and pushes — the flats skill that has to click before your casting matters. Plus the lead, the shrimp strip, and the strip-set.
The Hybrid DIY Approach That Makes a Belize Saltwater Trip Actually Work
Iguana House's Chris and Mary Alice explain why a DIY-guided hybrid approach beats five straight guided days for fishing Belize's bonefish, permit, and tarpon flats.
Redfish 101: Reading Pressure, Leading the Fish, and Why You Should Never Trout-Set
Florida guide Lucas Largo on educated vs. honest redfish, the clock system for casting, and breaking the trout-set habit for good.
Western Australia on the Fly: Chasing Blue Bastards, Tuskfish, and GTs on the Flats
Angus Line on Western Australia's wild variety of flats species, and why research, adaptability, and patience matter more than any single fly.
Following Rays: The Saltwater Sight-Fishing Trick That Finds Flats Fish
Specialist Gian Boysen explains how to follow stingrays to find kingfish and other flats fish, and why casting and preparation matter most.
Reading and Leading Bonefish, Tarpon, and Permit on the Flats
James Johnson breaks down how far to lead bonefish, tarpon and permit, how to read wakes and pushes, and the flats casting skills that actually matter.
Florida Tarpon and Other Species
Summary In this conversation, Christian Bacasa interviews Will Korte about his fishing experiences in the Tampa Bay area. They discuss the diverse fishing opportunities in the region, including redfish, snook,...
El Gallo Rooster Fishing
Summary Donnie Price, owner of a fishing lodge in Baja California, shares his passion for roosterfish and provides insights into fishing techniques and strategies. The conversation covers topics such as...
How to Catch Bonefish on Tenkara
Summary Karin Miller describes her journey as a reluctant fly angler who eventually fell in love with Tenkara fishing. She found that using a Tenkara rod improved her skills with...
The Skiff Supply Sheepy Tournament: A Celebration of Fly Fishing and Community
The Sheepy Tournament, held annually in the marshes of Hopedale, Louisiana, is more than just a fly fishing competition. It’s more than a community party as it is a testament...
16 Saltwater Fly Fishing Tips
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...
Your Saltwater Fly Fishing Glossary
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...
How Continental Masses Affect Tides
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...
Moon Phases and Their Effect on Tides
Moon phases drive the tides, and tides drive fish behavior. A plain-English look at how the lunar cycle changes when and where saltwater fish feed.