How to Land a Fish in Fly-Fishing

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You've done all of the waiting and casting, then you get a fish. Landing the fish can be as much work as hooking it in the first place. Take your time, keep your line tight and bring in the prize.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

Fly-fishing Flies
Fly-fishing Leaders
Fly-fishing Lines
Fly-fishing Nets
Fly-fishing Reels
Fly-fishing Rods
Fly-fishing Vests

Step 1

Think of the rotation of your arm in casting like that of the hands on a clock. After hooking the fish, keep your rod pointed to the sky at 11 o'clock, leaving only enough slack in the line to keep tension.
Step 2

Take in any extra slack.
Step 3

Raise your rod over your head to bring the fish into close range. Once the fish surrenders, it's time to land by hand or net.
Step 4

Wait until the fish has worn itself out before you try to net it. This will make it less likely that the fish will get tangled. Be careful, when bringing the fish in by hand, not to lift the fish in the air while it's still attached to the line - this can rip the hook out and also break the tippet on your line.

Tips & Warnings

Avoid plunging the net into the water; it can tangle, and may also spook the fish. Instead, gently put the net in the water and lead the fish in with your line.

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