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From selecting the right fly fishing rod and fishing line to casting a fly fishing reel, learn great tips and techniques on fly fishing or angling in this free outdoor sports video lesson series.
There are 5 videos in this series:
Different fly fishing rods are made for catching different kinds of fish. Learn how to choose the right fly fishing rod for your fishing mission in this free outdoor sports video lesson.
Sinking fly lines are good for deep water fishing, but floating fly lines are best for most other fly fishing situations. Learn how to select the right basic fly line plus get tips on leader loops and how to tie a clinch knot in this free outdoor sports video lesson.
Learn the right rod grip, posture and rod position to use when getting ready to cast a fly fishing reel and get expert fly casting tips in this free outdoor sports video lesson on fly fishing.
Fly casting takes practice to get right. Learn how to correctly cast a fly fishing reel and get practice tips in this free outdoor sports video lesson.
Some fly anglers can cast a fly fishing reel with incredible accuracy. Learn some great tips on how to improve your fly casting accuracy in this free outdoor sports video lesson on fly fishing.
Fly fishing, also known as angling, has been around for hundreds of years. Mostly done in streams and rivers this form of fishing mainly focuses on trout and salmon but has also been known to catch bass as well. This form of fishing involves what is known as a “fly” which is a small handmade lure that resembles an actual fly. This is cast and lays flat on the water just as a real fly would. The fish attack it thinking it's a real fly and the rest is dinner. This is by no means easy. It takes a lot of practice to get the casting right but when it is done right it is one of the most relaxing sports out there.
This is a great video series for anyone who is looking to get into fly fishing. It covers all the basics such as casting and technique but it also dives into important things such as choosing your rod and reel. The more you practice the better you will get but our expert will also start you off with some tips on how to immediately improve your aim. So take a gander at these videos and go catch a big one!
David Dirks David Dirks is the weekly outdoor columnist for the Time Herald-Record (www.recordonline.com), one the leader newspapers covering the lower Hudson Valley New York area. Dave has been an active outdoor writer since 1999, and his freelance writing also includes such publications as American Angler and NY Game & Fish. An avid fly angler for over 35 years, Dave also ties his own flies for trout, panfish, bass, and a variety of saltwater patterns. <p> In 2004, he produced the successful 4 DVD Catskill Tradition Fly Tying series, which is sold worldwide. <p> Dave is an active outdoorsman and is active member of the NYS Outdoor Writers Association, the NY Metropolitan Outdoor Press Association, the NYS General Council of Trout Unlimited, Ducks Unlimited, NYS Trappers Association, and the National Rifle Association.dkdk
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