Although there’s still plenty of great trout fishing to be had in much of the country, it’s never too early to begin planning your next saltwater destination trip. While all types of fly-fishing trips tend to reward those who plan ahead, salt water can actively . . .
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Podcast: Carp and Eels Down Under, with Angus Reynolds
This week, we take a trip Down Under to talk to Australian guide Angus Reynolds. He customarily guides trout anglers, but because of the recurring drought in Australia, Angus has been pursuing alternate species, and carp are one of his major . . .
Read MoreAsk the Experts: What’s the Most Underrated Game Fish?
Fly anglers are pursuing a greater variety of species than ever before, but old prejudices die hard, which means that some fish are still held in much higher regard than others. We asked a selection of Orvis-endorsed guides to name the fish they believe is . . .
Read MoreVideo: How to Tie the Dirty Carrot Nymph
In this week’s great tying video, Tim shows you how to create an orange version that he’s been using to great effect in recent weeks on his home waters in New Jersey. The Dirty Carrot features a mixed-dubbing body and a hard-to-miss hotspot behind the . . .
Read MorePro Tips: Take Strategic Breaks During the Fishing Day
Whether you’re nymphing a tailwater or stalking a bonefish flat, persistence often pays: making more cast, or taking more steps will eventually result in catching more fish. Knowing this can easily lead to a sense of urgency to do as much as possible . . .
Read MoreVideo: How to Tie the Plastic Surgeon
Many fly tiers enjoy debating the relative merits of natural materials–fur, hair, and feathers–versus the myriad artificial products that have been introduced in recent decades. What you choose to tie with is a personal choice, and the proof is in the end . . .
Read MoreAsk the Experts: What is the Most Common Fly-Fishing Mistake?
Knowing how to cast is important, but so is knowing when to stop casting and start fishing.
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while ago, we asked you to pose some questions for our panel of experts. Our latest question for them to chew on is: “What is the single most common mistake you see your clients make, and what can I do . . .
Read MoreVideo: How to Tie the Blowtorch Nymph
Acclaimed competition angler Devin Olsen is a big fan of nymphs that feature a bright tag. These patterns are quite popular in other parts of the world but haven’t really caught on here in the U.S. of A. Olsen created the Blowtorch during a 2014 training . . .
Read MoreVideo: How to Tie the Mini Dart
Last year, Tim Flagler of Tightline Productions showed us how to tie the standard version of Lance Egan’s Red Dart, but now he’s back to show us a smaller, simpler version that he’s been using to great effect on . . .
Read More2021 Best Big Cities for Outdoorsy Dog Owners
Louisville, San Francisco and neighbor, Oakland, took the top three spots on our roundup of the Best 100 Cities for Outdoorsy Dog Owners rankings, which compares the number of dog parks and the distance to the nearest state park for the 100 largest cities in the United States.
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