Tim Flagler of Tightline Productions loves himself a Pheasant Tail Nymph. Want proof? Over the years, he has taught us how to tie the American Pheasant Tail Nymph, a Beadhead Soft-Hackle Pheasant Tail Nymph, a Micro Pheasant Tail Nymph, a . . .
Read More5 Tips for Preparing Your Lines and Reels for a New Season
Written by: Tim Linehan, Linehan Outfitting Co.
Spend a few minutes giving your reel and line a tune-up. . .or you might live to regret it.
Photo by Tim Linehan
Recently, I was going through gear in preparation for my first guide trip of the season. As I started pulling line off a reel, I immediately noticed two things. First, the line was filthy and instead of. . .
Read MoreVideo: Work as a Team, Have a Plan, and Be Ready to Adapt
As previously mentioned, before you head out on the river, it’s good to go with a plan. Using all the information you have available is an important part of a successful day. It’s equally as important to break down a run and decide . . .
Read MoreVideo: How to Reverse Thread Direction
Some fly-tying patterns and techniques call for the tier to reverse the thread direction around the hook. Sounds easy, right? Nope. If you try to throw a half hitch or even a whip finish to anchor the thread, you’ll find that everything . . .
Read MoreClassic Winter Pattern: Josh’s Reaper Midge
Written by: Josh Williams
Winter trout often key on midges near or on the surface.
All photos by Josh Williams
Winter fishing in tailwaters can be both very fun and very frustrating. Although the absence of fair-weather fishermen means less angling pressure, you still have to deal with cold weather and. . .
Read MoreVideo: How to Fish a New Steelhead Run
There are few things more exciting than discovering new water and the anticipation that goes with stepping in for the first time. But before you go charging in, scan the run and make a game plan. It’s easy to step on a fish, skip a prime lie, or get fixated . . .
Read MorePodcast: Winter Fly-Fishing Secrets, with Noelle Coley
This week my guest is Noelle Coley of Blackfoot River Outfitters in Missoula, Montana. Noelle is a serious winter fly fisher, with experience both in Colorado and Montana. She gives us great tips on flies, techniques, and of course dressing to keep . . .
Read MoreMark Your Calendar: The 1st Annual Battenkill Fly Fishing Festival
Fly fishers in the Northeast should be excited about the first annual Battenkill Fly Fishing Festival, which will be held in Arlington, Vermont, on April 29 through May 1, 2022. The event will be held at the Arlington Common, which is less than . . .
Read MoreFriday Fly-Fishing Film Festival 02.25.22
Welcome to the another edition of the Orvis News Friday Fly-Fishing Film Festival! Each week, we scour the Web for the best fly-fishing videos available and then serve them up for you to enjoy. This week, we’ve got fourteen killer productions that . . .
Read MoreSenior Dog Behavior Changes: What to Expect
Photo by Stacy
In addition to their grey whiskers and slower pace, the behavior of senior dogs changes as they age. These behavior changes in your BFF can range from minor, such as slight shifts in sleep habits, to severe issues that require medical care. Often they are related to the cognitive decline, pain, and other ailments common in older dogs.
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