Tips & Tutorials
The leaves are turning, the crowds are gone, and the trout are hungry. October brings cool mornings, clear water, and fish that feed with purpose. From tiny BWOs to meaty streamers, these twelve flies keep rods bending and nets wet all month long.
New to fly fishing? Our guide to the 25 essential flies is your roadmap to a perfect fly box. Discover each fly’s purpose, the insects or baitfish it imitates, and the best times, techniques, and reasons to use it. Grouped into dries, nymphs & emergers, and streamers, this beginner-friendly resource equips you to match hatches, boost confidence, and reel in more fish on every trip.
Struggling to get clean drifts or spook-free presentations? Your leader and tippet setup might be to blame. In this in-depth guide, we break down everything from taper and sizing to material types and seasonal setups—so you can choose the right gear for any water condition, fly, or fish species.
