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This month's fly of the month is the leech. We often think of these as blood-sucking worms but they are found in most of the world and can be used effectively on windy days or as an attractor in muddier water.
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Parachute-style dry flies are a must-have for August fly fishing. As hatches slow and water levels drop, trout get picky—and small, visible dries like PMDs, BWOs, and Purple Haze become your best bet. Discover why these flies work, how to fish them, and which patterns to pack on your next summer trip.
Summer is here and if you know anything about fly fishing you know that means Drake season is upon us. A good drake hatch can arguably mean the best fishing of the year.
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Worm patterns are a versatile and highly effective staple in fly fishing, usable year-round but particularly potent after heavy rains or in higher water conditions. Popular choices like the San Juan Worm, Ultra Worm, and Sparkle Worm mimic aquatic worms commonly found in trout habitats. These patterns are especially valuable in spring when runoff scours stream banks and floods rivers with natural worms.
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Why trout like the color purple, and why you should have some in your fly box. What makes purple so effective? Purple’s attraction has to do with light. Purple hues are the most visible colors to a trout’s eye. What...
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