Fly Fishing

Catching a tarpon on a fly rod is one of the most exciting saltwater fishing experiences available. Tarpon are big, fast fish that frequently makes spectacular leaps when hooked. The Coachroach...

For some fly fishermen, the goal of fishing is to catch fish using only on the most natural-looking flies possible. But for others, the goal is to have fun and catch fish on any fly that works....

Lightning bugs can become some of the most productive nymphs you add to your arsenal of flies. They work during a hatch and when there is presumably nothing for the fish to eat. Their flash and...

Fly-tying enthusiasts use a dubbing loop to apply dubbing materials, usually fur, in a manner that imparts a particularly fuzzy or rough look to a fly pattern. A dubbing loop is generally used to...

Few sport-fishing experiences can match the thrill of catching a muskellunge (muskie) on a fly rod. The muskie's primary diet consists of fish, so an angler using dry flies or nymph patterns is...

There is a saying among anglers that big fish generally want a big mouthful. This can present difficulties for a fly-fishing enthusiast because most lures used with a fly rod represent insects...

Handmade fly rods are expensive and anglers who fish in a variety of locations or for more than one species of fish, may find they need a few rods to handle different fly line weights. One way to...

Unlike standard dry flies, parachute dry flies are constructed by winding hackle feathers horizontally around an upright wing. These horizontal feathers allow the parachute fly to lie lower in the...

Fishing nymph patterns in rivers and streams is one of the most effective forms of fly fishing. The following instructions are for a basic nymph pattern that can be adapted to various situations...

A simple egg pattern causes so many begginers problems when tying. What looks so simple can be a little tricky at first, but with some guidance, you can be on your way to making perfectly round...

Beadhead flies have become very popular because they allow the fly to sink without having to add split shot to the line. Whether it is the shiny finish on the beads or the bug looking head that...

Saltwater fly fishing is growing in popularity by leaps and bounds. With the high price of saltwater flies, and sharp-toothed fish that can destroy a fly with one bite, tying your own flies is the...

Creating your own dubbing for fly fishing is both satisfying and an excellent cost-cutting method. With little more than silk floss and a little free time, you can create your own substitute for...

John Merwin of Field and Stream Magazine declares the jig to be the world's best lure. Jigs are effective against a wide variety of fish and can be used in almost any situation. The basic jig...

Wet flies are designed to attract fish under the water rather than on top. These flies may imitate a wide variety of attractors such as small minnows and a variety of insects. Wet flies typically...

To tie a fly, first choose the right size hook. For trout, a size seven hook is a good choice. For larger saltwater fish, a two or even four hook is your best option. Set this hook in the vice and...

Fishing is a very relaxing and enjoyable sport. It's fun to sit on the bank, stand in the middle of a rushing creek or sit in a boat, then throw your line into the water and reel it in. Sometimes...

Learn how to use the hook and thread to tie flies for fly fishing in this free instructional video clip.

Part 6 - Learn about fly tying & knots in this free fly fishing video instruction guide, with pro angler tips & techniques.

Learn how to build the thread dam in free video clip.

Attach thread to a fishing hook. Learn how to use a pheasant tail nymph for fly fishing with these video instructions.

Tie thread to a hook to help with fly tying. Learn fly fishing tips in this free instructional video.

Using thread in fly tying. Learn tips and techniques for making a fly fishing clouser minnow with these video instructions.

Start fly fishing today with these free videos on casting techniques.

Fly tying by attaching a thread to a secured hook. Learn about fly tying, leeches, lures, and fly fishing equipment in this free video.

How to attach black thread when tying a woolly bugger. Learn how to go fly fishing with a woolly bugger fly in this free video on fly tying.

When a sportsman becomes really interested in fly fishing, he/she will inevitably decide to tie their own flies. As insects can differ in size, shape, and color from one region to another, its...

The Marabou Streamer fly is one of the most popular flies used in trout fishing. There are two methods to use the fly. One method is to allow the Marabou Streamer fly to sink to the bottom of the...

Adding in a wet hackle to your fly helps if you plan on wet fly fishing. The wet hackle lets water to cling to it in a natural manner that fish find attractive, so they're encouraged to bite. Wet...

Learning to tie a whip finish knot is an important step to fishing. The whip finish knot is used to tie off the head of a fly, both wet and dry. Whip finishing can be done by hand or with a whip...

Fly tying is both an art and a science. And like both disciplines, it requires a mastery of the proper tools. Hackle pliers are one tool that no fisherman should be without. Follow these steps to...