A fly-fishing rod, flies, a floatant, indicators, waders, boots, sun protection, glasses, a fly line, nippers, a net and a waterproof backpack to carry it all is just the tip of the iceberg.

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Terrestrial flies are tied to imitate land-dwelling bugs that fall into trout streams. Ants, beetles, and hoppers are the big three categories that most terrestrial patterns fall into – because those ...

Put these 25 all-time great fly patterns in your arsenal, and you'll be ready to target almost any gamefish in the river, lake, or sea.

The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is holding two different events in September about fly fishing. According to an ...

When it comes to fly fishing for trout, presentation is everything. Here are a few tips to help you make your flies appear as natural as possible. Drag-Free Drift ...

The Stories Behind Five Classic Maine Fly Patterns The “Tom Brady of fishing flies,” an overachieving underdog, and more. By Ronald Joseph Illustrations by Jada Fitch From our June 2021 issue On July ...

Alvin Theriault was 11 when he tied his first fishing fly. Now 64, Theriault and his wife, Connie, have been making and selling flies for 44 years.

When does trout season start in southcentral Pa.? His passion for fly fishing and tying flies outgrew the "sewing room" where he started when his late wife and four children lived with him. He ...

Mr. Best began fly-fishing for brook trout, which he said in the oral history was the “prettiest, dumbest fish on the planet.” Unable to afford sufficient numbers of store-bought flies to catch the ...

The best fly fishing vests keep your flies, tippet, leaders, and other gear organized so you can keep fishing. We reviewed vests from Simms, Orvis, and more.