Fly Fishing

How to Be Patient When Fly Fishing

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Fly fishing is different than normal stream or lake fishing. It is not just a difference in equipment, but also fine tuning that goes into fly fishing. However, all fishing needs a certain amount of patience involved--and fly fishing is no ... more »

How to Catch Bass

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This Bass was caught at Lake Fork just north of Tyler, TX on Hwy 69. Congrats Ritchie. As I did not catch this monster I have caught many very large bass. Read my favorite technique... more »

How to Fly Fish for Blue Gill

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Bluegills are commonly thought of as pond or small lake fish. However, bluegill live in larger lakes and even large rivers. Spring and summer are the best times to fish for bluegill as the water temperature rises to a suitable spawning climate. ... more »

How to Flyfish for Trout

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Flyfishing for trout is fun and easy. Just follow these steps:.. more »

How to Get Your Gear Ready for Ice Fishing

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Here is a run-down of the basic fishing tackle and riggings that are often used in ice fishing... more »

How to Take Your Wife or Girlfriend Fishing

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Your idea of a fishing trip is probably not the ideal trip for a woman. Especially if it involves foul weather gear and gale winds. Here are a few tips to set up a perfect fishing trip with that special woman in your life... more »

How to Buy a Fly-Fishing Starter Set as a Gift

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Having the right gear can make all the difference in learning the ropes of any sport, and fly-fishing is no exception. Even the most basic equipment will give aspiring anglers lots to practice with as they get their waders wet... more »

How to Buy a Fly-Fishing Vest

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Fly-fishing requires lots of parts and accessories. The most efficient means to carry them all to your fishing site is in a multi-pocketed vest. You'll also impress the fish... more »

How to Buy the Right Pocket Knife

By Doodlebugs

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Are you shopping for a knife to give as a gift for your husband and don't have a clue which kind he might want? Here is some help... more »

How to False Cast in Fly-Fishing

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In fly-fishing, it is the false cast that can get you to your desired target. It is casting the line back and forth without letting it hit the ground or the water. The key is to keep the line off the surface to avoid spooking the fish, while you ... more »

How to make black raspberry brook trout

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Combine your hike to fish a mountain stream with your dinner plans. Simply grab some black raspberries along the way. This is a healthy taste twist for the late summer camper or day tripper.. more »

How to Match the Hatch in Fly Fishing

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The emergence of aquatic insects is fondly referred to as the "hatch" by fly fishers. Throughout the course of the day, fish eat these insects, which vary in size, color and species. One of the greatest challenges—and greatest joys—of fly fishing ... more »

How to Pack a Fresh Water Tackle Box

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Start with the basics for your tackle box and add to it as you discover different types of fishing... more »

How to Use a Cheap Spoon Lure

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Start your fishing day with a spoon lure. A spoon lure can work as a surface, shallow or deep running lure. It has proven effective for thousands of years. It also proves that realism as interpreted by a fish is far different from our own ... more »

How to Buy Fly-Fishing Gear

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For some, shopping for fly-fishing gear resembles the quest for the Holy Grail. Tradition, lore, family bonding--it all comes together to make for a gripping experience. Some advice for the newcomer: Spend as little as possible until you're ... more »

How to Buy Fly-Fishing Waders

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Fly fishers spend a lot of time on the water, but more often, in the water. Waders are an essential piece of equipment to make a long day on the water more about the fish and less about how to stay dry... more »

How to Know if You Need a Fishing License

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Each U.S. state is allowed to have its own set of fishing regulations for public and private bodies of water. Follow these steps to see if you need a license to share your ultimate fish story... more »

How to Tie a Fly to a Fly-Fishing Line

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Adding the fly to your line is the finishing piece that will help bring the fish in. Use the "clinch" knot to tie the fly to the tippet on your line... more »

How to Buy a Fly-Fishing Kit

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For fly-fishing there are only a few basic items you need before getting out in the water - but there are plenty of "extras," too... more »

How to Fish for King Salmon

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King salmon are the largest salmon, requiring special equipment and techniques. Their sheer size makes them a challenge to catch, but it's worth it: They're considered the second best salmon to eat, after reds... more »

How to Fly Fish at the White River

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The White River is the most popular trout river in the Midwest. Knowing when to go, how to go, and what to bring is essential to making the most out of your fly fishing trip and ensuring its success. Here are some steps to navigating the unique ... more »

How to Pick a Fly Fishing Hook

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If you are new to the sport of fly fishing, picking a fly fishing hook probably seems confusing. Choosing the right fly fishing hook is as important as picking the right bait for your fishing expedition. You want a hook that matches your bait and ... more »

How to Use a Minnow Bucket Aerator

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To keep minnows or small bait fish alive, you need to give them water, oxygen and food. You can supply both water and oxygen if you place an aerator in a bucket of water... more »

How to Basic Cast in Fly-Fishing

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In fly-fishing, casting is a back-and-forth motion of the rod and line that allows you to place your fly where you'd like. It takes a good deal of practice to get just right. This is the basic cast... more »

How to Care for a Fly-Fishing Rod and Reel

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Now that you've spent what seems like a small fortune to outfit yourself for fly-fishing, it's good to think about what you can do to prolong the life of your equipment. There are a few small things you can do after every trip that will keep your ... more »

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