Tips & Tutorials

The Marvelous Midge
Winter is right around the corner and that means the the temperatures are dropping and the hatches are changing. Fishing with midges is one way to all but guarantee yourself fish year-round. Unlike caddis, mayflies, or stoneflies, midges are consistently...
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Learn to Love Leeches
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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Why Try The Foam Fly
Foam flies are very versatile fly made with light-weight foam to increase buoyancy to make them float completely. They are less likely to sink, allowing you to twitch them in life-like movements. These patterns represent a big meal for a hungry trout.
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How to Use a San Juan Worm
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 WormUltra 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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JHFLYCO 101: How to Tie 4 Essential Fly Fishing Knots
As a beginner fly angler, learning to tie proper knots is one of the most important things you can do to improve your experience and catch more fish. Not only can tying strong knots help you land bigger fish, but you'll be able to set up your gear and re-rig lost or tangled rigs faster, allowing you to spend more time fishing.
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