Last week, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a final determination under the Clean Water Act 404(c) that prohibits mine waste from being disposed of in the rivers and wetlands in and near the Pebble deposit. This is a huge victory . . .
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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.
Pro Tips: How and When to Use a Ladder for Stillwater Fishing
I believe using ladders is a fun and unique aspect of our fishery here at Pyramid Lake. It all started 40 years ago, when anglers used submerged milk crates marked by floating duck decoys to give them a boost in deeper water. . .
Read MoreVideo: How to Tie the Tungsten Rainbow Dart
In the latest great fly-tying video from Tightline Productions, Tim Flagler shows you how to tie a fly that’s a mash-up of three great Lance Egan patters: The Rainbow Warrior, Tungsten Surveyor, and Red Dart. The idea is to . . .
Read MoreWhere to Find Great Lakes Steelhead during Winter
Winter can be one of the most productive times to pursue Great Lakes steelhead, as they begin to emerge from the depths and enter rivers in preparation for the spring spawn. Because these fish are seeking to expend minimal. . .
Read MoreVideo: How to Make an Oversize Soft Hackle Work
If you’re tying small Soft Hackle patterns, but the feathers you have are too large, don’t despair. Here’s a great trick for making those oversize soft hackles work by tying them in differently. Tim Shows you how to tie in at the middle of the hook shank and . . .
Read MoreMaster Class Monday: It Pays to Be Methodical
In this week’s Master Class Monday, Dave Jensen argues that fly-fishing videos often paint a rosy picture of what it takes to catch a big, wily brown trout. So he and Amelia proceed to show us . . .
Read MorePodcast: Getting your kids into fly fishing, with Joshua Simmons
This week, my guest is Joshua Simmons, who with his brother Caleb hosts the podcast “Dads on the Fly.” (It’s not just for dads–it’s for moms and families as well–but they just both happen to be dads and brothers who wanted to give back to the world of fly . . .
Read MoreVideo Pro Tips: How to Swing Flies for Winter Steelhead in Small Rivers
One of the greatest challenges of winter steelheading is that the fish are usually few and far between, so it’s possible to do everything right and still not get any positive feedback. Eventually, that lack of feedback can make it difficult. . .
Read More3 Tips for Better Redfish Trips
Redfish are one of my favorite species to catch on fly, but their uniquely unpredictable behavior can sometimes frustrate newer anglers who aren’t yet accustomed to their quirks. So here are 3 quick and relatively easy tips. . .
Read MoreBreaking: The EPA Blocks Pebble Mine Development!
Today–after 13 years, 7 public input periods, and more than 4 million comments of support–the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued a final determination under the Clean Water Act 404(c) that prohibits mine waste from being disposed of in . . .
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