Tips & Tutorials

Fly of the Month: The Yuk Bug
The Yuk Bug fly pattern can be used year-round to fish for everything from trout to smallmouth bass and steelhead. This big buggy-looking nymph has rubber legs that create a lot of action and imitates a lot of different fish foods including stonefly nymphs. They can be very productive patterns when hatches of big stoneflies are happening.
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6 Late Summer Fly Fishing Tactics
It's August, which means the stonefly, mayfly, and caddis hatches of early summer have passed us by. While things seem to be quiet on the river, the fly fishing is as good as it gets here in the west. Some of our best days of the year happen in mid to late August when flows are low, rivers are clear, and the hatches are thin. Here are a few helpful tips to keep the bite alive when the dog days of summer set in?
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How to Choose and Set Up Your Nymph Rig
It’s spring, and that means nymphs are the best way to catch fish! There are several things to consider when putting together a quality fly fishing nymph rig. In many ways, it’s a personal choice because every fisherman has their own methods and preferences, but it’s essential to keep the following basics in mind.
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The Art of Nymph Fly Fishing
One of the most important techniques for a fly fisherman to learn is nymphing. While many anglers prefer the finesse and delicacy of dry fly fishing, nymphing is almost always more productive. This is why every fly fisherman's arsenal should include nymphing skills.
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