Fly Fishing

  • Can I use sewing thread to tie flies?

    Consider the cheap and ubiquitous, humble sewing thread. It’s thick (as far as fly tying threads go), bulky, it won’t lay flat, it’s got a rough texture and using it can help you become a better fly dresser. What materials are needed to tie flies? Vises. A fly tying vise is perhaps the most important […]

  • How fast does Housatonic River flow?

    Swimming. It is not advised that people swim in the Massachusetts portion of the Housatonic due to PCB contamination, but there are places where you can safely swim in tributaries such as the Konkapot and Green Rivers as well as in the watershed’s lakes. Where can I fly fish on the Housatonic? Section 1: State […]

  • Where can I fish in Winyah Bay?

    The Grand Stand is a 60 mile stretch of land between Little River and Winyah Bay in South Carolina. It is well-known as one of the top destinations in the world for fishing enthusiasts, especially those targeting redfish. Can you fly fish in South Carolina? With its abundance of rivers, waterways, and streams, South Carolina […]

  • What are 5 safety practices while fishing?

    Always wear your U.S. Coast Guard approved life jacket when you are on, in, or near the water. Designate a Water Watcher. Use sunscreen and wear your sun protection gear. Don’t get hooked, prevent and treat fishing hook related injuries. What should you not do when flying fishing? False Casting Too Much. This is something […]

  • What does 5X mean for fly fishing leaders?

    These leaders are machine tapered and the 5X is relative to the tippet section (end) of the leader. This is true for all leaders. If you see one labeled as a “5X tapered leader” the tippet section is 5X. Thankfully, the X does have a numerical value. That number is 11. How much Leader Should […]

  • Can you fish at Honeymoon Island State Park?

    Swimming, fishing, shelling, hiking and bicycling are all popular activities that make Honeymoon Island State Park an ideal getaway. The park is also the ferry terminal for access to another unspoiled state park, Caladesi Island. Can you fish on Honeymoon Island beach? You have to pay to get into Honeymoon Island. In Florida you also […]

  • Are there black flies in Iceland?

    In Iceland there are two most common types: Chironomidae, known as lake midges, and Simuliidae, called black fly. What flies to use in Iceland? Alma Rรบn. Peacock. Pheasant Tail (and PT HH) Hares Ear. Copper John. Mรฝsla. Higas SOS. (Egan’s)Frenchie. Is there good fly fishing in Iceland? With a population of less than 350,000 and […]

  • Are there bears in Boise National Forest?

    The Boise National Forest is home to many species of birds and mamals including mule deer, Rocky Mountain elk, mountain goats, mountain lion, and black bear. Can you fly fish on the Boise River? Just minutes away from the Idaho Angler, the Boise River is a great tail-water fishery where visitors and residents can spend […]

  • Do you need a fishing license in Belize?

    Fishing Licenses for Belize If you’re going fishing, you need a license. Even if you’re going to be in a boat with someone who is fishing, but you’re not fishing yourself, you still need a license. Even if you’ll be fishing from shore, you need a license. You need a license to catch a fish. […]

  • Are there grizzly bears in Lake Tahoe?

    Habitat: Large oligotrophic lakes in the West. Anadromous, usually spawning in streams that have lakes as their source. Description: Average size 3-7lbs. The lake record is 37.6lbs. Can you fly fish in Lake Tahoe? Any person, 16 years of age or older, must have a valid California or Nevada sport fishing license to fish in […]

  • How deep is the Farmington River?

    However, the deepest point on the river is located at the Farmington River At Unionville reporting a gauge stage of 4.28 ft. This river is monitored from 2 different streamgauging stations along the Farmington River, the highest being perched at an elevation of 180 ft, the Farmington River At Unionville. Where can I fly fish […]

  • What size hook should I use for steelhead?

    The best hook size for steelhead and my go-to size for steelhead hooks is size 8 or size 10 in most water clarity. In super clear water or when using single eggs or very small baits, I will drop down to a size 12 and a size 14 wide gap hook that is thick enough […]

  • What is the best time to fish in Maui?

    Knowing the best times of the year to head to Maui will greatly improve your fishing success. The best fishing timeframe for Maui is May through September for marlin, sailfish, mahi mahi, bigeye tuna, yellowfin tuna, wahoo, and skipjack tuna. February through April is the best fishing window for trevally. Can you fly fish in […]

  • What time of year do steelhead run in Michigan?

    Lake steelhead enter their spawning streams from late October to early May. Although many steelhead enter the rivers in the fall and overwinter there, spawning does not occur until spring. The fall-run fish are typically the first to spawn, often in March, followed by the spring run fish in April. Can you fish the Boardman […]

  • Is fishing allowed in Rock Creek Park?

    Fishing Regulations Fishing is permitted in Rock Creek between the Potomac River and Porter Street, NW. Unless otherwise designated, fishing shall be in accordance with the laws and regulations of the District of Columbia. Where can I fish in Rock Creek DC? Fishing At Rock Creek Meandering through Rock Creek Park, Rock Creek is located […]

  • Are there lake trout in Lake Winnipeg?

    Lake Trout fishing in Lake Winnipeg varies moderately throughout the year. High season is March, June to July and September to October. Low season is January, August and December. There is no closed season. Where can I fly fish in Manitoba? Corstorphine Lake. Sandy Lake. East Goose Lake. Roblin. Glad Lake. Duck Mountain Provincial Park. […]

  • Where can I fish the Soque River public access?

    Be aware that public access is limited. There’s a section of the river that is open to the public for fishing located just north of the Jackson Bridge. In local terminology, the Jackson Bridge is located shortly after you drive through the dip when going north on Hwy 197. Can you fish the Soque River? […]

  • Can you fish Slate River Crested Butte?

    Slate River & Oh-be-joyful Creek North of Crested Butte is a 4-Wheel Drive road along Oh-be-joyful Creek. There’s five miles of public fishing along the creek. There’s also a stretch of public fishing along the Slate River. Where is the best rainbow trout fishing? Madison River (Montana) Gallatin River (Montana) Yellowstone River (Montana) South Fork […]

  • Where does the Truckee River begin and end?

    The Truckee River flows for 120 miles from the outlet of Lake Tahoe in California, into Nevada, through the city of Reno, until it terminates at Pyramid Lake and is the only source of surface-water outflow from Lake Tahoe. How do you fly fish in the Truckee River? Can you fish the Upper Truckee River? […]

  • Why do you use a net for trout?

    A well-designed net allows you to land fish so much faster than hand landing, saving the trout’s energy for the best release. You’re back in the game much faster, because you’re not fighting a fish for 5 extra minutes better spent catching another fish you need a net for. Do you need a landing net […]

  • Can you fish all year-round in Washington state?

    LAKES, PONDS, and RESERVOIRS are open to fishing for Game Fish (except DOLLy VARDEN/BULL TROUT and GRASS CARP) year-round. RIVERS, STREAmS, and BEAVER PONDS are CLOSED to fishing unless listed as open. Is there good fly fishing in Washington State? Washington fly fishing is some of the best in the US. What makes this state […]

  • What is the best time to fish in Panama City Beach?

    The best time to fish Panama City is summer for mahi mahi, sailfish, wahoo, amberjack, tarpon, red snapper, and cobia. Summer through mid-fall is best to catch king mackerel, tripletail, and blacktip sharks. Flounder and redfish are caught year-round in Panama City coastal waters. Where can I fly fish in Panama City Beach? There are […]

  • What kind of fish are in Yakima River?

    Native cutthroat and rainbow trout make the Yakima River one of the most popular fly fishing destinations in Washington State. Returning species like coho, sockeye and summer chinook had disappeared from the basin for 100 years, but are now making a promising comeback. Where can I fly fish on Yakima River? Best Yakima River Trout […]

  • What kind of fish are in Lake McCall Idaho?

    Bull Trout (Catch-and-Release ONLY) Brook Trout. Cutthroat Trout. Rainbow Trout. Chinook Salmon. Kokanee. Steelhead. Bass. Where is the best fly fishing in Idaho? The Middle Fork of the Salmon River. The Henry’s Fork of the Snake River. The South Fork of the Boise River. What kind of fish are in Payette Lake in McCall Idaho? […]

  • How do you fly fish?

    What is a roll cast in fly fishing? A roll cast is a forward cast without a backcast. If you knew only one cast, it should be the roll cast. You’ll use it when you can’t make a backcast because of trees or other obstructions behind you or because you have unwanted slack in the […]

  • What fish are in the Willamette River?

    You’ll find Chinook and Coho salmon, various kinds of trout including Steelhead, rainbow, and cutthroat, sturgeon, smallmouth and largemouth bass, crappie, walleye, catfish, and American shad when fishing the Willamette River. Does Oregon have good fly-fishing? Oregon is known for picturesque Mt. Hood, the Oregon coast, the Painted Hills, Smith Rock, the Wallows, Columbia River […]

  • Who bought Sage rods?

    Far Bank Enterprises, Inc., the parent company of Sage Fly Fishing, Redington, and RIO Products, recently announced their acquisition of Fly Water Travel, a travel company specializing in arranging trips to the world’s finest fishing destinations based in Ashland, Oregon. Who makes Sage Flyline? Sage Manufacturing is a division of Far Bank Enterprises, created in […]

  • Can I wear tennis shoes with waders?

    You would be fine using a cheap pair of tennis shoes or wading shoes over the stocking foot waders. You need to protect the neoprene booties from sharp rocks. Keep in mind though, the neoprene is thicker than a sock and you may need to go with a 16 shoe to accommodate them. Also, tennis […]

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