Like most of you, Reid is working from home, and he plans on doing regular short podcasts to stay connected. In this installment of the Orvis Hunting and Shooting Podcast, Reid shares some feedback from Doug Manzer, PhD., who responds to the . . .
Read MoreVideo: 3 Ways to Tie-In Dry-Fly Hackle
In this week’s video, Tim demonstrates three different methods for attaching dry-fly hackle. He starts with the most basic, traditional method, then shows how to improve on that in two ways. Each method has its place, but it’s always good to . . .
Read MoreVideo: How to Tie a Tunghead Hot Spot Pheasant Tail Jig, with Tom Rosenbauer
In episode five of his Facebook Live series “Tying with Tom,” Tom Rosenbauer taught his audience how to tie a great nymph for fishing deep, especially in the early season. Tied on a barbless jig hook with an oversize bead, the Tunghead Hot Spot . . .
Read MoreVideo: How to Make a Porchetta Old Fashioned
The Old Fashioned is the official cocktail of the city of Louisville, Kentucky, as the drink was invented there, at the Pendennis Club, in the 1890s. The original called for whiskey, Angostura Bitters, a sugar cube, and water. I think you’ll agree that . . .
Read MoreVideo: How to Make a When Pigs Fly Cocktail
Discovering a new twist on a classic cocktail is always a treat. Our in-house mixologist and senior designer, Jim Kershaw, shares a Vermont-themed version of a Whiskey Sour that showcases WhistlePig rye whiskey and pure maple syrup. The rye is . . .
Read MoreClassic Story and Photos: The Meat Mongers of Spring
Written by: Drew Nisbet, Orvis Fly Fishing and Wingshooting Community Leader
This savage brown ate a streamer, even though its last meal had not yet been digested.
Photos by Drew Nisbet, Orvis Buffalo
As winter releases its icy grip on the Northeast in late March and into April, many anglers look forward to warm spring days of fishing to rising trout on their favorite tailwater or freestone . . .
Read MorePhotos: More Entries from Our “New Season” Photo Contest!
On March 30, we launched our “New Season” Photo Contest, which runs through April 2. There’s plenty of time for you to get in on the action. We’re picking three winners and offering some killer prizes, including a NEW Recon Fly Rod. All you have to do is share your favorite fly-fishing photo of 2019 with the hashtag #NewSeasonRecon. … Continue reading “Photos: More Entries from Our “New Season” Photo Contest!”
Read MoreMaster Class Monday: How to Fish Nymphs Under an Indicator to Multiple Trout
Sometimes an indicator set up is the best way to catch trout on nymphs–especially when the trout are in deeper water. You may not be able to see the fish, as Dave Jensen could here, but you . . .
Read MoreTie a Tunghead Hot Spot Pheasant Tail Jig with Tom, Live on Facebook This Afternoon!
Since so many folks are working at home, we’ve launched a series of Facebook Live fly-tying events as a way to connect. The fifth “Fly Tying with Tom” event happens TODAY at 3 p.m. (EDT) on the Orvis Fly Fishing Facebook page.
Read MoreVideo: Tying a Clouser Minnow with Tom
For the fourth installment of his Facebook Live series “Tying with Tom,” Tom focused on one of the most versatile streamers of all time: the Clouser Minnow. He tells the fascinating story of how the fly came to be, and then he shows you his own method . . .
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