Permit are difficult–but not impossible–to catch on fly. They have big eyes, are more wary than bonefish, and are pickier than tarpon. There are numerous anglers who spend years in their quest to catch their first permit. These. . .
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The Orvis Fly-Fishing Blog celebrates a rich angling heritage stretching beyond a century, with timely articles, tips, photos, videos, podcasts, and the latest fly-fishing news. We keep you informed about the things you want to know, from improving your casting technique to the art and science of tying flies.
Video: Hunting Fish on the Cape Cod Salt Flats
This is one of the best videos we’ve seen about wading the flats for striped bass. Angler Tom Richardson wades his way onto the flats in Brewster, Massachusetts, turning this amazing . . .
Read MorePro Tips: 5 Flies for Winter Steelhead
It’s almost that time of year again, when dropping temperatures and shorter days begin to separate the casual anglers from the truly dedicated. Clearing out frozen guides every few casts isn’t for everyone, but rewards do await those hearty souls . . .
Read MoreVideo: How to Tie the Red Fox Squirrel Nymph
Dave Whitlock–legendary angler, tier, author, and artist–passed away on Thanksgiving night, but he left a remarkable legacy in this sport we love. Among his well known patterns is what he called the Red Fox Squirrel-Hair Nymph, of which he wrote, . . .
Read MoreVideo Tips: How to Fish Streamers Under an Indicator for Lethargic Trout
Dave and Amelia from Jensen Fly Fishing have released another episode in their video series “The Bank.” We’ve discussed dead-drifting streamers before, but here, Dave explains how he . . .
Read MoreVideo: Fly Fishing by the Numbers – What Do They Mean?
Here’s another instructional from Alvin Dedeaux of All Water Guides, in Austine, Texas. For those who are new to the sport, there are lots of numbers–on fly rods, reels, lines, and leaders–which can get confusing. Alvin walks you through the basics, . . .
Read MoreVideo: How to Make a Split-Thread Dubbing Noodle
In this great video, Tim demonstrates how to create a dubbing noodle by splitting your tying thread and inserting the dubbing into the middle. This technique requires a dubbing needle and a thread that is easy to uncord and flatten. Strategic . . .
Read MoreVideo: The Mouse-Eating Rainbows (and More!) of Alaska
The latest full-length video from Catch Magazine’s Todd Moen is an epic journey to western Alaska, where angler Brian O’Keefe throws mouse patterns to big rainbows, arctic char, and even grayling. The shots of the surface strikes are exciting, but as . . .
Read MoreMaster Class Monday: How to Shoot Line for Maximum Casting Efficiency
Most people don’t consider shooting fly line to be an advanced tactic, but even many veteran anglers don’t shoot line at the point of maximum efficiency for a great cast and maximum . . .
Read MorePodcast: The Giant Trout of Pyramid Lake, with Mike Anderson
Can you really catch giant cutthroat trout in the desert? Are they truly a native species? And do they really fish with ladders? You’ll find out in my interview with Orvis-endorsed guide Mike Anderson, who guides for the Reno Fly Shop. . . .
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