The Upper Delaware is one of the top wild-trout fisheries in the East, featuring cold, oxygen-rich water that provides an ideal foundation for the prolific bug life on which big trout thrive. As summer rolls in, these fish become increasingly cautious . . .
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Ask the Experts: Streamside Etiquette
As outdoor activities continue to surge in popularity, a lot of new anglers have hit the water this season. But unlike in decades past, when newbies were more likely to rely on an experienced mentor to show them around. . .
Read More3 Tactical Tips for Winter Trout
Winter fly-fishing is a delight. Maybe it’s the solitude, or the change from boating to wade fishing, but more than likely, it’s the change in success rate. Contrary to what many fly fishers think, a good winter day can actually. . .
Read MorePro Tips: 5 Ways to Improve Your Winter Fishing Experience
Winter fishing often presents the most difficult and uncomfortable conditions of the year, leading many anglers to put away their tackle until next spring. Others just can’t wait that long in between fishing trips, however, so they have. . .
Read MorePro Tips: Keep Your Rod Level When Reaching Over Currents
One of the more difficult scenarios anglers face when trying to get a drag-free drift is dealing with a seam of fast water between you and your target. There are basically two options: either throw a big upstream mend, or lift as. . .
Read MoreVideo: How to Get Your Nymphs Into the Strike Zone
Orvis product developer Jesse Haller, the guy in charge of flies and accessories, is a pretty active competition fly fisherman, and he’s big proponent of tightline nymphing. The technique, developed . . .
Read More3 Tips for Fly-Fishing in Warmwater Reservoirs
This spring has been particularly cool and wet throughout much of the country, which has produced some mixed results for trout fishing, but which has been great for warmwater reservoir fishing. The extra rain has filled. . .
Read MorePro Tips: 3 Ways to Improve your Fish Photography
One of the great joys of fly fishing is looking back on quality fish caught in beautiful locations, and there is no better way to jog those memories than by browsing through photographs. But it seems like all too often, that prized photo. . .
Read MorePro Tips: 3 Ways for Aging Hunters to Lighten their Load
If you’ve noticed that advancing age is starting to limit the location and duration of your hunts, then consider lightening your load by reducing the size of your gun and/or ammo. Carrying less weight will boost your walking. . .
Read More3 Tips for Fly-Fishing with Kids
Customers in our shop often ask how old a child needs to be before they can begin fly-fishing, and my answer is always the same: if your kid can walk on their own, they’re ready to go with you. There’s no need to try explaining. . .
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